Computer network architect

Computer network architect

Computer network architects develop data communication networks for organisations like local area networks. They may recommend software and hardware and design security systems.

Also known as

Network architect, computer network and systems engineer, enterprise architect, solution architect, computer systems engineer, network architecture engineer

AUT programmes

Work environment

  • Usually work regular business hours
  • Usually work in offices
  • Need to be methodical, identify and solve problems and communicate well

Typical tasks

  • Design data communication systems
  • Develop computer and information security policies
  • Improve computer and data systems
  • Fix computer network problems
  • Monitor computer network performance
  • Analyse data to find and solve problems
  • Create disaster recovery plans
  • Write network operation documents
  • Work with other departments on projects

Salary information

$64K-$180K
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$64K$86K-$146K$180K

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