Network Administrator
Develop and maintain computer and telephone networks within an organisation.
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What's it like to be a Network Administrator?
Network Administrators manage a business’ IT networks, including hardware like phones and computers, and software like network security and password managers. They also provide technical advice for projects that rely on efficient network performance. Network Administrators work across nearly every industry, not just the technology sector.
Tasks and duties
- Designing, installing and maintaining computer and telephone networks.
- Troubleshooting and providing technical advice to stakeholders and customers.
- Corresponding with external agencies to arrange the installation of new services.
- Making upgrades and repairs to networks so they run correctly.
- Maintaining network systems to ensure optimal performance and security.
- Training users to use network features.
How to become a Network Administrator
To become a Network Administrator, you typically need a qualification in information technology or computer science. It's also recommended that you complete vendor certification to demonstrate you have practical skills in different aspects of network administration.
- Complete a relevant qualification such as a Diploma of Information Technology (Advanced Networking) (ICT50220), or a bachelor degree in information technology or computer science.
- Alternatively, if you have a previous tertiary qualification in another discipline, consider completing a postgraduate degree in information technology or networking.
- Gain experience working with computer systems. You need to have at least three years of relevant experience to apply to various certification programs in networking.
- Obtain vendor certification. Product vendors such as Windows, Novell and Cisco offer certifications that can be useful for Network Administrators.
- Undertake ongoing professional development. Network Administrators need to ensure their skills evolve alongside industry trends.
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Latest Network Administrator reviews
May 2021
Reviewer's Qualification
Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking
Experience
1 – 4 years
Organisation size
Large (200+ employees)
Specialisation
Systems Administration
The good things
Great position for regular practice and ongoing learning. Often appointed with relative seniority and trust to perform well, which serves as great motivation to push yourself and continuously improve.
The challenges
It can be a very demanding area around time, physical and mental effort, and same deal with all jobs in the field, you will be held responsible by others when something goes wrong, even if things are ...
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May 2021
Reviewer's Qualification
Certificate IV in Information Technology Networking
Experience
10+ years
Organisation size
Small (1-19 employees)
Specialisation
Network Management
The good things
Every day is different, always challenging and acquiring new skills/knowledge everyday
The challenges
Sometimes it can be high pressure, if the network/system is down, of if there is a security breach.
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