Computer Network Support Specialists

# 505 overall · better than 42.0% of other jobs
2.8
Moderate Risk
38.5% tasks are partially/fully automatable
2/5
Automatability
2/5
Emotional Intelligence
2/5
Forgivability
3/5
Technical Feasibility
3/5
Ethics
4/5
Economic Incentive
4/5
Physical Requirements
While parts of the job of a computer network support specialist can be automated, especially monitoring and routine maintenance, complex troubleshooting, and human-centered communication remain challenges for current AI. Therefore, full displacement is unlikely, and partial automation is more feasible.

Median Salary: $71,530

Traits: 57

57/100Consequence_of_Error
93/100Contact_With_Others
62/100Coordinate_or_Lead_Others
48/100Cramped_Work_Space_Awkward_Positions
63/100Deal_With_External_Customers
1/100Deal_With_Physically_Aggressive_People
44/100Deal_With_Unpleasant_or_Angry_People
32/100Degree_of_Automation
70/100Duration_of_Typical_Work_Week
98/100Electronic_Mail
35/100Exposed_to_Contaminants
13/100Exposed_to_Disease_or_Infections
3/100Exposed_to_Hazardous_Conditions
8/100Exposed_to_Hazardous_Equipment
6/100Exposed_to_High_Places
20/100Exposed_to_Minor_Burns_Cuts_Bites_or_Stings
1/100Exposed_to_Radiation
0/100Exposed_to_Whole_Body_Vibration
25/100Extremely_Bright_or_Inadequate_Lighting
95/100Face-to-Face_Discussions
82/100Freedom_to_Make_Decisions
40/100Frequency_of_Conflict_Situations
63/100Frequency_of_Decision_Making
69/100Impact_of_Decisions_on_Co-workers_or_Company_Results
86/100Importance_of_Being_Exact_or_Accurate
68/100Importance_of_Repeating_Same_Tasks
42/100In_an_Enclosed_Vehicle_or_Equipment
1/100In_an_Open_Vehicle_or_Equipment
96/100Indoors_Environmentally_Controlled
26/100Indoors_Not_Environmentally_Controlled
67/100Letters_and_Memos
49/100Level_of_Competition
13/100Outdoors_Exposed_to_Weather
11/100Outdoors_Under_Cover
19/100Pace_Determined_by_Speed_of_Equipment
55/100Physical_Proximity
23/100Public_Speaking
58/100Responsibility_for_Outcomes_and_Results
35/100Responsible_for_Others_Health_and_Safety
40/100Sounds_Noise_Levels_Are_Distracting_or_Uncomfortable
22/100Spend_Time_Bending_or_Twisting_the_Body
7/100Spend_Time_Climbing_Ladders_Scaffolds_or_Poles
8/100Spend_Time_Keeping_or_Regaining_Balance
23/100Spend_Time_Kneeling_Crouching_Stooping_or_Crawling
58/100Spend_Time_Making_Repetitive_Motions
68/100Spend_Time_Sitting
36/100Spend_Time_Standing
53/100Spend_Time_Using_Your_Hands_to_Handle_Control_or_Feel_Objects_Tools_or_Controls
35/100Spend_Time_Walking_and_Running
83/100Structured_versus_Unstructured_Work
98/100Telephone
73/100Time_Pressure
11/100Very_Hot_or_Cold_Temperatures
9/100Wear_Common_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Safety_Shoes_Glasses_Gloves_Hearing_Protection_Hard_Hats_or_Life_Jackets
0/100Wear_Specialized_Protective_or_Safety_Equipment_such_as_Breathing_Apparatus_Safety_Harness_Full_Protection_Suits_or_Radiation_Protection
11/100Work_Schedules
90/100Work_With_Work_Group_or_Team

Tasks performed as Computer Network Support Specialists

Low to No Risk
13
Moderate Risk
4
High Risk
4
Extreme Risk
4
  • 2.5Configure and define parameters for installation or testing of local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), hubs, routers, switches, controllers, multiplexers, or related networking equipment.
  • 2.5Configure wide area network (WAN) or local area network (LAN) routers or related equipment.
  • 2.3Install and configure wireless networking equipment.
  • 2.4Install network software, including security or firewall software.
  • 2.1Install new hardware or software systems or components, ensuring integration with existing network systems.
  • 2.4Install or repair network cables, including fiber optic cables.
  • 2.2Perform routine maintenance or standard repairs to networking components or equipment.
  • 1.8Troubleshoot network or connectivity problems for users or user groups.
  • 1.2Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
  • 1.8Create or revise user instructions, procedures, or manuals.
  • 2.1Provide telephone support related to networking or connectivity issues.
  • 1Research hardware or software products to meet technical networking or security needs.
  • 1.5Train users in procedures related to network applications software or related systems.

38.5% of Computer Network Support Specialists tasks can be automated with AI or robotics

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