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Network and Computer Systems Administrators

Install, configure, and maintain an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), data communications network, operating systems, and physical and virtual servers. Perform system monitoring and verify the integrity and availability of hardware, network, and server resources and systems. Review system and application logs and verify completion of scheduled jobs, including system backups. Analyze network and server resource consumption and control user access. Install and upgrade software and maintain software licenses. May assist in network modeling, analysis, planning, and coordination between network and data communications hardware and software.

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20 tasks17 core, 3 supplemental
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Computer & MathematicalOne of its 38 occupations
Code
15-1244.00SOC 2018: 15-1244

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  1. Task 1. Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.Core taskTask 1318Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  2. Task 2. Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.Core taskTask 1317Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  3. Task 3. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary.Core taskTask 15205Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  4. Task 4. Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications or virus protection software.Core taskTask 15206Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  5. Task 5. Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate computer network access and use.Core taskTask 1320Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  6. Task 6. Monitor network performance to determine whether adjustments are needed and where changes will be needed in the future.Core taskTask 1325Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  7. Task 7. Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.Core taskTask 1319Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  8. Task 8. Analyze equipment performance records to determine the need for repair or replacement.Core taskTask 1329Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  9. Task 9. Confer with network users about solutions to existing system problems.Core taskTask 1324Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  10. Task 10. Recommend changes to improve systems and network configurations, and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changes.Core taskTask 1323Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  11. Task 11. Design, configure, and test computer hardware, networking software and operating system software.Core taskTask 1322Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  12. Task 12. Perform routine network startup and shutdown procedures, and maintain control records.Core taskTask 1321Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  13. Task 13. Load computer tapes and disks, and install software and printer paper or forms.Core taskTask 1327Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  14. Task 14. Train people in computer system use.Core taskTask 1326Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  15. Task 15. Maintain logs related to network functions, as well as maintenance and repair records.Core taskTask 1330Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  16. Task 16. Gather data pertaining to customer needs, and use the information to identify, predict, interpret, and evaluate system and network requirements.Core taskTask 1328Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  17. Task 17. Coordinate with vendors and with company personnel to facilitate purchases.Core taskTask 1333Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  18. Task 18. Implement and provide technical support for voice services and equipment, such as private branch exchange, voice mail system, and telecom system.Supplemental taskTask 15208Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  19. Task 19. Maintain an inventory of parts for emergency repairs.Supplemental taskTask 1332Rated by 123 people who do the job, July 2017
  20. Task 20. Research new technologies by attending seminars, reading trade articles, or taking classes, and implement or recommend the implementation of new technologies.Supplemental taskTask 15207Rated by 122 people who do the job, July 2017

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  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 15-1244
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