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Job Description

Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 15-1199.02

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Computer Systems Engineers/Architects”.

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Tasks for “Network Engineer”

Develop application-specific software.
Collaborate with engineers or software developers to select appropriate design solutions or ensure the compatibility of system components.
Develop or approve project plans, schedules, or budgets.
Direct the analysis, development, and operation of complete computer systems.
Evaluate existing systems to determine effectiveness and suggest changes to meet organizational requirements.
Investigate system component suitability for specified purposes and make recommendations regarding component use.
Define and analyze objectives, scope, issues, or organizational impact of information systems.
Communicate with staff or clients to understand specific system requirements.
Direct the installation of operating systems, network or application software, or computer or network hardware.
Configure servers to meet functional specifications.
Complete models and simulations, using manual or automated tools, to analyze or predict system performance under different operating conditions.
Provide advice on project costs, design concepts, or design changes.
Monitor system operation to detect potential problems.
Design and conduct hardware or software tests.
Communicate project information through presentations, technical reports, or white papers.
Verify stability, interoperability, portability, security, or scalability of system architecture.
Train system users in system operation or maintenance.
Establish functional or system standards to address operational requirements, quality requirements, and design constraints.
Develop system engineering, software engineering, system integration, or distributed system architectures.
Provide customers or installation teams guidelines for implementing secure systems.
Develop efficient and effective system controllers.
Document design specifications, installation instructions, and other system-related information.
Perform security analyses of developed or packaged software components.
Evaluate current or emerging technologies to consider factors such as cost, portability, compatibility, or usability.
Perform ongoing hardware and software maintenance operations, including installing or upgrading hardware or software.
Provide technical guidance or support for the development or troubleshooting of systems.
Research, test, or verify proper functioning of software patches and fixes.
Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs.

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