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Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks. They 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 Network and Computer Systems Administrators Do
Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks.
Work Environment
Network and computer systems administrators work with the physical computer networks of a variety of organizations and therefore are employed in many industries.
How to Become a Network and Computer Systems Administrator
Most employers require network and computer systems administrators to have a bachelor’s degree in a field related to computer or information science. Others may require only a postsecondary certificate.
Pay
The median annual wage for network and computer systems administrators was $77,810 in May 2015.
Job Outlook
Employment of network and computer systems administrators is projected to grow 8 percent from 2014 to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Demand for information technology workers is high and should continue to grow as firms invest in newer, faster technology and mobile networks.
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What Network and Computer Systems Administrators Do
Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks.
Work Environment
Network and computer systems administrators work with the physical computer networks of a variety of organizations and therefore are employed in many industries.
How to Become a Network and Computer Systems Administrator
Most employers require network and computer systems administrators to have a bachelor’s degree in a field related to computer or information science. Others may require only a postsecondary certificate.
Pay
The median annual wage for network and computer systems administrators was $77,810 in May 2015.
Job Outlook
Employment of network and computer systems administrators is projected to grow 8 percent from 2014 to 2024, about as fast as the average for all occupations. Demand for information technology workers is high and should continue to grow as firms invest in newer, faster technology and mobile networks.
State & Area Data
Explore resources for employment and wages by state and area for network and computer systems administrators.
Similar Occupations
Compare the job duties, education, job growth, and pay of network and computer systems administrators with similar occupations.
