How do they match: Computer Network Architects

  • Information Technology Analyst
  • Information Technology Director
  • Information Technology Manager
  • Information Technology Network Engineer
  • Information Technology Specialist
  • Technology Analyst

  • Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.

  • Use network computer-aided design (CAD) software packages to optimize network designs.
  • Communicate with customers, sales staff, or marketing staff to determine customer needs.
  • Communicate with system users to ensure accounts are set up properly or to diagnose and solve operational problems.
  • Communicate with vendors to gather information about products, alert them to future needs, resolve problems, or address system maintenance issues.
  • Develop and write procedures for installation, use, or troubleshooting of communications hardware or software.
  • Monitor and analyze network performance and reports on data input or output to detect problems, identify inefficient use of computer resources, or perform capacity planning.
  • Participate in network technology upgrade or expansion projects, including installation of hardware and software and integration testing.
  • Prepare detailed network specifications, including diagrams, charts, equipment configurations, or recommended technologies.
  • Visit vendors, attend conferences or training sessions, or study technical journals to keep up with changes in technology.

  • Analyze website or related online data to track trends or usage.
  • Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues.
  • Communicate project information to others.
  • Conduct research to gain information about products or processes.
  • Develop information communication procedures.
  • Develop computer or information security policies or procedures.
  • Develop models of information or communications systems.
  • Maintain computer networks to enhance performance and user access.
  • Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems.
  • Supervise information technology personnel.
  • Teach others to use computer equipment or hardware.
  • Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.