Occupations/15-1241.00
Computer Network Architects
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.
Usually a four-year bachelor’s degree.
AI automation risk
72%
Higher automation risk
Human characteristics
38%
Fewer uniquely human demands
Task orientation
57%
Mixed exposure
A day in this job
- Mostly routine
Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.
- Mostly routine
Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.
- Task
Develop disaster recovery plans.
The tasks we can read here lean routine. That sits next to the AI risk rank — it is not a forecast that the job disappears.
Core tasks
- 01Develop disaster recovery plans.
- 02Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.
- 03Develop and implement solutions for network problems.
- 04Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.
- 05Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.
- 06Coordinate installation of new equipment.
Model drivers (O*NET 1–5)
- Repeating same tasks3.25
- Degree of automation2.45
- Time sitting4.30
- Originality (ability)3.00
- Conflict situations2.40
- Hands-on objects/tools2.65
- Outdoors / weather1.60
- Disease exposure1.35
- Decision freedom3.75
Top abilities
- Written Expression4.00
- Written Comprehension4.00
- Problem Sensitivity4.00
- Oral Comprehension4.00
- Information Ordering4.00
- Inductive Reasoning4.00
- Deductive Reasoning4.00
- Category Flexibility4.00
Essential skills
- Reading Comprehension4.00
- Active Listening3.75
- Writing3.62
- Speaking3.50
- Mathematics3.00
- Science2.12
- Critical Thinking4.12
- Active Learning3.25
- Learning Strategies3.00
- Monitoring3.12
CIP matches
Schools offering related programs
12 of 74 shown
Earnings are College Scorecard medians for that program, 1 and 2 years after completion. A dash means the Department suppressed the cell or the campus is not in the field file.
| Institution | Program | Tuition | Admit | Grad 6-yr | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
University of California-San Diego La Jolla, CA · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $15,200 | 24% | 87% | 1 yr $109,429 2 yr $110,878 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, CA · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $14,800 | 11% | 93% | 1 yr $109,392 2 yr $120,462 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
Georgetown University Washington, DC · Private nonprofit | Network and System Administration/Administrator 11.1001 | $65,400 | 12% | 95% | 1 yr $106,069 2 yr $97,367 Master's · CIP 11.10 |
Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY · Private nonprofit | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $68,200 | 4% | 96% | 1 yr $103,078 2 yr $100,127 Master's · CIP 11.01 |
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $17,700 | 18% | 93% | 1 yr $101,903 2 yr $94,281 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $11,800 | 17% | 91% | 1 yr $88,731 2 yr $91,152 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $11,700 | 31% | 88% | 1 yr $87,663 2 yr $79,558 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
San Jose State University San Jose, CA · Public | Computer Engineering, General 14.0901 | $8,200 | 77% | 71% | 1 yr $87,420 2 yr $78,074 Bachelor's · CIP 14.09 |
The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson, TX · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $14,600 | 65% | 73% | 1 yr $86,867 2 yr — Master's · CIP 11.01 |
University of St Thomas St. Paul, MN · Private nonprofit | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $50,200 | 77% | 82% | 1 yr $84,021 2 yr $88,527 Master's · CIP 11.01 |
New York University New York, NY · Private nonprofit | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $60,400 | 12% | 88% | 1 yr $81,158 2 yr $79,957 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |
Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, TX · Public | Computer and Information Sciences, General 11.0101 | $13,200 | 63% | 83% | 1 yr $78,244 2 yr $77,024 Bachelor's · CIP 11.01 |