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Computer Network Support Specialists
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.
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- Back up network data.
- Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
- Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
- Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
- Document network support activities.
- Configure wide area network (WAN) or local area network (LAN) routers or related equipment.
- Install network software, including security or firewall software.
- Troubleshoot network or connectivity problems for users or user groups.
A selection of source-listed tasks; duties vary by role and employer.
Interests involved in this work
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4.4 / 7
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Helping people
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Skills to explore
Source-reported importance on a 1–5 scale. Try a course, project or conversation to learn what these skills involve.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
2014-07
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
2014-07
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
2014-07
Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
2014-07
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
2014-07
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
2014-07
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
2014-07
Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
2014-07
Troubleshooting
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
2014-07
Systems Analysis
Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
2014-07
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Source preparation category: Job Zone 4 of 5 · 2014-07. This category describes typical preparation, not your eligibility.
Related study fields
Source crosswalk connections are research leads, not required qualifications.
Computer Programming/Programmer, General →
Computer Systems Analysis/Analyst →
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications →
Network and System Administration/Administrator →
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager →
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance →
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O*NET-SOC code 15-1231.00 · Database 31.0 · Retrieved Oct 14, 2026. Dates on individual observations describe their source periods.
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