Career Profile
Computer Network Support Specialists
Computer support specialists provide help and advice to computer users and organizations.
General Information
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. Excludes Computer Network Architects (15-1241) and Network and Computer Systems Administrators (15-1244).
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Computer Network Support Specialists
Occupational Outlook
For the Rural Capital Area
Job Opportunities
Over the next five years, an average of 57 openings per year are projected for Computer Network Support Specialists.
Employment Change
Employment for Computer Network Support Specialists is forecasted to increase on par with the regional average by 16.1% between 2023 and 2028.
Earnings Potential
An average worker in this occupation is paid $29.54/hour. Entry level workers are paid $20.90, while experienced workers are paid $37.23. The median wage is above average regional wages across occupations.
Local Employment Opportunities
There are 474 Computer Network Support Specialists in the RCA region. By 2028 this number could reach 551.
Top 5 Employing Industries, Locally
The top industries employing Computer Network Support Specialists are Computer Systems Design and Related Services, Professional and Commercial Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers, and Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite).
Knowledge Areas
The top most significant knowledge categories for Computer Network Support Specialists include Computers and Electronics, Telecommunications, and Customer and Personal Service.
Educational Attainment Patterns
The most common level of education for Computer Network Support Specialists is Bachelor's. 79% of people employed in these roles have some form of college degree.