Computer Network Architects

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JOB OPENINGS:

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Occupation Overview - 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.

Training Courses for the Computer Network Architects Job Role

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What does a Computer Network Architects do?

Core Task Examples:

Adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands.
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.
Coordinate installation of new equipment.
Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.
Coordinate network or design activities with designers of associated networks.
Design, build, or operate equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems.
Design, organize, and deliver product awareness, skills transfer, or product education sessions for staff or suppliers.
Determine specific network hardware or software requirements, such as platforms, interfaces, bandwidths, or routine schemas.
Develop and implement solutions for network problems.
Develop and write procedures for installation, use, or troubleshooting of communications hardware or software.
Develop conceptual, logical, or physical network designs.
Develop disaster recovery plans.
Develop network-related documentation.
Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.
Develop plans or budgets for network equipment replacement.
Develop procedures to track, project, or report network availability, reliability, capacity, or utilization.
Estimate time and materials needed to complete projects.
Evaluate network designs to determine whether customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.