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Computer Network Support Specialists
Computer & Mathematical · SOC 15-1231
28.7% AI Exposure — High
$76,220
Median Annual Salary
Average
O*NET Outlook
—
Proj. Annual Openings
146,190
Employment (OEWS 2025)
71/100
AI Resiliency Score
AI exposure from the Anthropic Economic Index (2025); salary from BLS; skills from O*NET. See /sources.
AI Exposure Analysis
AI Exposure28.7%
AI Resiliency71/100
Exposure BandHigh
Sector Avg. Exposure39.7%
Top Skills
1.Critical Thinking
2.Active Listening
3.Reading Comprehension
4.Judgment and Decision Making
5.Speaking
O*NET occupation profile
What this work involves
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.
Common titles: Computer Network Specialist, IT Consultant (Information Technology Consultant), Network Specialist, Network Support Specialist, Network Technical Analyst, Network Technician
Representative Tasks
- •Back up network data.
- •Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
- •Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
- •Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
- •Document network support activities.
Detailed Work Activities
- •Create electronic data backup to prevent loss of information.
- •Implement security measures for computer or information systems.
- •Analyze security of systems, network, or data.
- •Resolve computer network problems.
- •Document network-related activities or tasks.
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Windows Server · hotBash · hotMicrosoft PowerPoint · hotRed Hat Enterprise Linux · hotUNIX Shell · hotIntrusion prevention system IPSMcAfeeNagiosNetwork and system vulnerability assessment softwareNIKSUN NetDetector
Employment Projections & AI Exposure
0
Occupations Shown
0.0%
Avg AI Exposure
0
Bright Outlook
Sector Comparison
| Metric | This Career | Sector Average |
|---|---|---|
| AI Exposure | 28.7% | 39.7% |
| Outlook | Average | 0% Bright |
| Median Salary | $76,220 | N/A |
| AI Resiliency | 71/100 | N/A |