Network Engineer / Architect
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.
At a Glance
Network Engineer / Architect earns an average of $125,470/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5.9–6.5 years. Top skills: Network Engineering, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Communication.
$125,470/yr
Bachelor's degree
5.9–6.5 years
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Computer Network Architects
Median Wage
$130,390/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+11.9%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (19)
Network Engineering
Wide Area Networks
Network Switches
Network Routing
Computer Science
Firewall
Border Gateway Protocol
Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
Local Area Networks
Network Infrastructure
Multiprotocol Label Switching
Project Management
Networking Hardware
Wireless Communications
Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Network Architecture
TCP/IP
Network Security
Network Performance Management
Common Skills (8)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Communication
Operations
Management
Planning
Problem Solving
Information Technology
Verbal Communication Skills
Certifications (3)
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert
Cisco Certified Network Professional
Cisco Certified Network Associate
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