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Computer Network Architects in The United States

(Analistas de sistemas de redes y de comunicación de datos)

Computer Network Architects -- Analyze, design, test, and evaluate network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), Internet, intranet, and other data communications systems. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning. Research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software. Includes telecommunications specialists who deal with the interfacing of computer and communications equipment. May supervise computer programmers.

SOC (Standard Occupational Classification)15-1143.00
Career InterestsICR
Minimum education required(Bachelor)
Bachelor's degree
Minimum work experience required(5 years)
5 years or more
Job training required(None)
None
Growth Outlook (projected percentage growth in jobs per year from 2018-2028)0.53 (low growth)
Current number of workers in USA (2018)159,300
Projected number of workers in USA (2028)167,700
Average Annual Openings in USA (2018-2028)12,200
 
Average entry-level annual salary in USA (2019)*
Average annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)*
Average experienced-worker annual salary for all workers in USA (2019)*
Career ClusterInformation Technology
(Tecnología De Información)
Major Occupational GroupComputer and Mathematical

* data not available
Salaries over $208,000 are sometimes shown as >$208,000 rather than the actual salary.


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