How do they match: Computer Network Architects

  • 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.

  • Communicate with customers, sales staff, or marketing staff to determine customer needs.
  • Communicate with vendors to gather information about products, alert them to future needs, resolve problems, or address system maintenance issues.
  • Design, organize, and deliver product awareness, skills transfer, or product education sessions for staff or suppliers.
  • Estimate time and materials needed to complete projects.

  • Estimate time or monetary resources needed to complete projects.