Career Details

Network Administrators

Responsible for the day-to-day operation of networks. Organize, install, and support an organization’s computer systems, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), network segments, intranets, and other data communication systems.

What You’ll Do

Install all network hardware and software and make needed upgrades and repairs
Maintain network and computer system security and ensure that all systems are operating correctly
Collect data in order to evaluate the network’s or system’s performance and help make the system work better and faster
Train users on the proper use of hardware and software

Abilities You’ll Need

Attention Span,Categorization,Comparison,Comprehension,Dependability,Good Communications,Hands-On Activities,Mathematical Reasoning,Originality,Problem Recognition,Problem Solving,Reasoning

Knowledge You’ll Gain

Administration and Management,Computers and Electronics,Mathematics

What You’ll Earn

Average: $64,000.00

Range

High: $104,310.00

Low : $40,370.00

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Needed

4-year Bachelors Degree

Skills

Communication,Computers,Critical Thinking,Dependability,Leadership,Monitoring,Problem Solving,Systems Evaluation,Teamwork,Time Management

Technology

Adobe Creative Suite,Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Software,Computers,Hypertext Markup Language (HTML),Linux,Microsoft Office Software,UNIX