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Network and Computer Systems Administrators

Also called: network, admin, sysadmin, lan administrator (local area network administrator), lan specialist (local area network specialist)

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Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessaryPlan, coordinate, and put in place network security measures to protect data, software, and hardwareDesign, configure, and test computer hardware, networking software and operating system softwareMaintain and administer computer networks and related computing environmentsRecommend changes to improve systems and network configurations, and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changesPerform data backups and disaster recovery operationsAnalyze equipment performance records to determine the need for repair or replacementMonitor network performance to determine whether adjustments are needed and where changes will be needed in the futureResearch new technologies by attending seminars, reading trade articles, or taking classes, and put in place or recommend the implementation of new technologiesConfigure, monitor, and maintain email applications or virus protection softwareTalk with network users about solutions to existing system problemsOperate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate computer network access and use