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Computer Network Architects

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Description

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.

Industry areas

  • Information Technology

Job Outlook

Employment of computer network architects is projected to grow 4 percent from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 11,800 openings for computer network architects are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Employment of computer network architects is projected to grow 4 percent from 2021 to 2031, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 11,800 openings for computer network architects are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Salary

Average Salary

Salary

$120,520

State-by-state Salary

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$131,410
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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

  • Master's degree 36%
  • Bachelor's degree 31%
  • Post baccalaureate 13%
  • Post-master's certificate 9%
  • Some college 4%
  • Associate's degree 4%
  • High school 0%
  • Doctoral degree 0%
  • Less than high school 0%
  • Post-doctoral training 0%
  • First professional degree 0%
  • Post-secondary certificate 0%

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Knowledge

  • Computers and Electronics
  • Telecommunications
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Design
  • Mathematics
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