Network and computer systems administrators install, configure, and maintain organizations' local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), data communication networks, operating systems, and servers.
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- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Information Technology
What do they typically do
- Determine an organization's network and system needs and install operating and application hardware and software
- Provide input on hardware or software for an organization's purchasing decisions
- Make needed upgrades and repairs to networks and ensure that systems are operating correctly
- Maintain network and computer system security
- Evaluate and optimize network and system performance
- Add users to a network and assign security permissions
- Train users on the organization's network and systems
- Diagnose and resolve problems when alerted by a user or an automated monitoring system
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +0.8%
Job Openings 647
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
NC Workforce Credentials
- CompTIA Linux+ [Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)]
- CompTIA Network + [Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA)]
- ICCP Certified Computing Professional (CCP) [Institute for Certification of Computing Professionals]
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