Network Administrators
| Description |
OES Code: 13017 |
LAN/WAN Managers, sometimes called LAN /WAN Administrators, direct a network and its related computing environment, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations. They make recommendations regarding the purchase of equipment and report the fiscal impact to company managers. They often manage analysts and technicians;
however some managers of smaller companies work with just one technician. Network Managers often work irregular hours, especially during a system start-up or upgrade. They plan and track projects, write proposals and troubleshoot both operating system software and hardware.
Wages, California
| Entry-Level Hourly Wage |
$18.95 |
| 25th Percentile |
$21.51 |
| 50th Percentile |
$27.25 |
| 75th Percentile |
$35.15 |
Wages, San Joaquin County
| Entry-Level Hourly Wage |
$14.62 |
| 25th Percentile |
$15.46 |
| 50th Percentile |
$18.61 |
| 75th Percentile |
$24.57 |
Wages by California County
• OES Survey
• CCOIS Survey
Employment Trends by California County
Getting the Job & Other Information
Where the jobs are:
Yellow Pages Categories
- Computer Systems - Networks
- Data Communications Systems - Networks
- Data Communications Equipment & Systems
- Data System. - Consultants designers
- Telecommunications
Education and Training
Training/Education Requirements:
* Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, or information systems,
* or bachelor's degree in any field plus 3-5 years broad experience working with networks, minicomputers, microcomputers and related operating systems
* Certification from, and ongoing training by, LAN manufacturers, vendors or schools helpful
For a list of current job listing, browse CalJOBS or America's Job Bank. |
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