NETWORK ANALYSTS (LOCAL AREA NETWORK-RELATED JOBS IN THE INFORMATION SYSTEMS INDUSTRY) California Occupational Guide Number 2001-A (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1994
THE JOB 
Network Analysts maintain, test, monitor, and troubleshoot Local and Wide Area Networks (LANs and WANs) and resolve user problems. They report to a Network Manager or Administrator on matters such as equipment needs, upgrades, and usage levels. They study, facilitate and document the transition to integrated network-based systems within a specified area or building and/or between a central office and off-site locations. They act as the liaison for vendors and in-house automation and data processing personnel. In large firms they report to LAN Managers.
COMPENSATION
Hourly Wages for Systems Analysts: New, no Experience: $10.00 - 18.00 New with Experience: $14.00 - 20.00 After 3 Years. w/ Firm: $19.00 - 23.00
REQUIREMENTS
Job Skills Needed: - Knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies, minicomputers, microcomputers, supporting software and operating systems - Analytical skills - Ability to prepare documentation - Ability to communicate equally well with both technically literate and those who have no computer background Training/Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or related major, or bachelor's degree in any field plus 1-3 years experience working with networks, minicomputers, microcomputers and related operating systems - Certification through vendor program helpful - Continuous training through vendors, professional development seminars and workshops
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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