How do they match: Computer Network Architects

  • Network and Security Engineer
  • Networking Systems and Distributed Systems Engineer
  • System Programmer

  • Use network computer-aided design (CAD) software packages to optimize network designs.
  • Communicate with system users to ensure accounts are set up properly or to diagnose and solve operational problems.
  • 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.

  • Analyze website or related online data to track trends or usage.
  • Maintain computer networks to enhance performance and user access.
  • Modify software programs to improve performance.
  • Provide technical support for computer network issues.
  • Teach others to use computer equipment or hardware.