Computer network architect
Designs and builds computer networks, plans how much capacity they need, and may design network security.
Will AI replace computer network architect jobs?
AI changes jobs more often than it replaces them. How much AI can help with this work: High. More AI overlap than 80 in 100 jobs. AI can help with many tasks. The job is changing fast, and people who use AI well will lead it. 20% of this job’s working time is already spent on tasks people bring to AI at work (Anthropic Economic Index). Based on Microsoft research on real AI use at work, matched to the tasks of each job in O*NET.
What AI already helps with
- Maintain networks by adding, deleting, and backing up files
- Create and use solutions to network problems
- Prepare design presentations and proposals for staff or customers
What stays human
- Coordinate the installation of new equipment
- Make plans for recovering after a disaster
- Coordinate network operations, upkeep, repairs, and upgrades
10-year outlook · USA
Expected change in the number of these jobs by 2035: +7.7%. Typical pay: $134,050 a year. US Bureau of Labor Statistics. German figures differ, but the direction is usually similar.
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