Network and Computer Systems Administrators
SOC Code: 15-1244
Network and Computer Systems Administratorss maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations. This career typically requires considerable preparation (2-4 years). With an AI-proof score of 81.0/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Systems Evaluation, Troubleshooting, Complex Problem Solving.
AI-Proof Score: 81.0 — Very High
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Median Salary
$96,800
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Job Growth
-4.2%
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Training Time
Considerable preparation (2-4 years)
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Job Zone
Zone 4 / 5
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Training Cost
~$40,000
Key Skills
- •Systems Evaluation
- •Troubleshooting
- •Complex Problem Solving
- •Reading Comprehension
- •Systems Analysis
- •Judgment and Decision Making
- •Monitoring
- •Programming
Common Tasks
- ✓Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
- ✓Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
- ✓Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary.
- ✓Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications or virus protection software.
- ✓Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate computer network access and use.
Training & Resources
Why AI-Proof?
- ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
- ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
- ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
- ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation