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).
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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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