Network support engineers determine user needs and
system requirements to design, control, and maintain computer networks.
Engineers can start collecting data about systems, routers, and other hardware.
At this stage, engineers can be responsible for budgeting, including estimating
material and labor costs, as well as predicting potential future costs. . These
professionals can then set up networks, remote access systems, computers, and
peripheral equipment, including faxes, copiers, and scanners in a single
system. When the system is up and running, engineers monitor the performance of
the system to ensure that the requirements are met.
network
support engineer
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts
that the jobs of computer network architects will increase by 5% between 2018
and 2028, which is as fast as the national average. The median salary for these
professionals was $ 109,020 per year or $ 52.41 per hour, the BLS reported in
May 2018.
Work responsibilities
In addition to configuring systems, network support
engineers control and maintain computer systems. This includes unlocking wide
area networks, servers and routers, local area networks, and switches. In
addition, these professionals can install or update software and hardware.
Other responsibilities include answering technical inquiries, recording and
repair service, creating manuals and guides, and training customers, staff, and
allies.