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.
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BLS projects U.S. employment for Computer Network Support Specialists to increase by 1.2% between 2024 and 2034, from 152,500 to 154,400 jobs. Its estimate of 9,000 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($76,220), education (Associate's degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
152,500
Projected employment (2034)
154,400
Projected change (2024–2034)
1%
Annual openings (projected average)
9,000
Pay & Preparation
$76,220
Associate's degree
None
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Essential Skills
Critical Thinking (3.75/5) • Active Listening (3.5/5) • Reading Comprehension (3.38/5) • Judgment and Decision Making (3.38/5) • Speaking (3.25/5) • Monitoring (3.25/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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