Computer Network Architects
Code: 15-1241.00
Also known as: Design Engineer, Network Analyst, Network Consultant, Network Systems Consultant, Network and Security Engineer, Networking Systems and Distributed Systems Engineer, Solutions Architect, Telecommunications Analyst
Description: 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.
Typical wages
| 10% | $67,190 |
| 25% | $88,120 |
| Median | $116,780 |
| 75% | $147,480 |
| 90% | $175,570 |
| 10% | $32.31 |
| 25% | $42.37 |
| Median | $56.14 |
| 75% | $70.9 |
| 90% | $84.41 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
160,100 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
168,100 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 10,000 |