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Computer Network Architects

Role Overview

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. Excludes “Information Security Analysts” (15-1212), “Computer Network Support Specialists” (15-1231), and “Network and Computer Systems Administrators” (15-1244).

Salary by State (top paying)

State Median salary
Washington $155,890
South Dakota $149,300
Virginia $148,080
New Jersey $147,650
Maryland $143,260
District of Columbia $140,050
California $138,350
Massachusetts $136,930
New York $136,230
Colorado $134,680
Connecticut $134,150
New Hampshire $133,100
Illinois $132,310
Georgia $132,300
Nevada $132,080

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Median Annual Salary

$130,390

Projected Growth (10yr)

+11.9%

Avg. annual openings

11.2k

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