Occupation
Network administrator
Network administrators design, configure, and maintain the networks that connect an organisation's devices, sites, and services. When connectivity fails, they are the people who work out whether the problem is a cable, a configuration, or a provider.
Also known as: Network manager · LAN administrator · Network engineer
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Part of Information technology, data and cybersecurity
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What the work involves
Configure switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points
Monitor network traffic and investigate congestion or outages
Segment networks and maintain firewall and access rules
Plan and carry out network changes with minimal disruption
Keep network diagrams, address plans, and change records current
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How people commonly enter
A college diploma or certificate in networking or computer systems technology
A degree in information technology, computer science, or network engineering
Networking vendor certifications alongside hands-on experience
An apprenticeship route in network engineering or digital infrastructure
Progression from a network technician or IT support role
Typical training: Certificate or college diploma
Licensing: Certification common, not usually required
Pathways: Apprenticeship route
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Typical work context
- Team based
- Desk based
- High responsibility
- Varied work
- Shift work
- Hybrid office
Team based · Desk based · High responsibility · Varied work · Shift work · Hybrid office
Related interests
- Realistic (hands-on)
- Conventional (organizing)
- Investigative (analytical)
Realistic (hands-on) · Conventional (organizing) · Investigative (analytical)
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