// Unit group · 2523

Computer Network Professionals

Computer network professionals research, analyse, design, test and recommend strategies for network architecture and development. They implement, manage, maintain and configure network hardware and software, and monitor, troubleshoot and optimize performance.

2 Professionals / 25 Information and Communications Technology Professionals / 252 Database and Network Professionals / All level 4

// Working conditions

Sitting and standing

// Hand tools

No hand tools in this set.

analysing, developing, interpreting and evaluating complex system design and architecture specifications, data models and diagrams in the development, configuration and integration of computer systems

researching, analysing, evaluating and monitoring network infrastructure to ensure networks are configured to operate at optimal performance

assessing and recommending improvements to network operations and integrated hardware, software, communications and operating systems

providing specialist skills in supporting and troubleshooting network problems and emergencies

installing, configuring, testing, maintaining and administering new and upgraded networks, software database applications, servers and workstations

preparing and maintaining procedures and documentation for network inventory, and recording diagnosis and resolution of network faults, enhancements and modifications to networks and maintenance instructions

monitoring network traffic and activity, capacity and usage to ensure continued integrity and optimal network performance.

Included occupations

Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Communications analyst (computers)
- Network analyst

Excluded occupations

Some related occupations classified elsewhere:
- Systems analyst - 2511
- Network administrator - 2522

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