Computer network support specialist, Mātanga tautoko whatunga rorohiko
Also known as
- Network analyst, network engineer, IT network administrator, network specialist, network administrator, network connections engineer, network support engineer
Computer network support specialists check, test and maintain an organisation's digital network systems. They may help staff with internet access and make sure networks are secure.
Your pay could be
$51K
Lower
$64K to $115K
Most common
$155K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Computer network support specialists
- usually work regular business hours but may work shifts
- usually work in offices
- need to be methodical, accurate and identify and solve problems
Tasks
- check, test and maintain digital network systems
- fix computer network problems
- set up security to protect computer systems
- back up data to prevent information loss
- analyse network safety and security risks
- help people with computer network issues
- install and set up computer programs
- test computer systems
- document network tasks and fixes
- find and fix problems in computer programs
You usually need experience to become a computer network support specialist and a qualification may be useful.
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a relevant tertiary qualification in computer science, information systems or similar area
- a relevant industry-based certification
- knowledge of computer networks and information technology
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 3 to do the study or training for this job.
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