Computer Network Support Specialists
Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
SOC: 15-1231.00
Common Job Titles
Network SpecialistNetwork Technical AnalystNetwork TechnicianSystems Specialist
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Computer Network Support Specialists (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
146,450
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $46,010 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $124,470 |
| Workers on average earn | $79,610 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Computers and Electronics5.0/5
- Telecommunications3.8/5
- Customer and Personal Service3.5/5
- Engineering and Technology3.4/5
- English Language3.3/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Adobe AcrobatApache TomcatApple macOSBashBorder Gateway Protocol BGPLinuxMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft Active DirectoryMicrosoft Azure softwareMicrosoft DynamicsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft PowerShellMicrosoft ProjectMicrosoft SQL ServerMicrosoft SharePointMicrosoft Visual BasicMicrosoft WindowsMicrosoft Windows ServerMicrosoft WordMySQLOracle JavaPerlPythonRed Hat Enterprise LinuxRubyServiceNowShell scriptSplunk EnterpriseStructured query language SQLTeradata DatabaseUNIXUNIX Shell
Technology Skills
Anti-spyware softwareAntivirus softwareApplication management softwareArpingAutomated installation softwareB&W Port ScannerBMC Software Control-MBMC Software Remedy IT Service Management Suite
Tools & Equipment
Asynchronous transfer mode ATM analyzersCable testersCaching enginesCisco Systems Cisco Application Visibility and Management AVM Traffic CollectorCommunications analyzersContinuity testersCopy machinesFabric analyzers