A network administrator focuses on the day-to-day management and maintenance of existing networks, ensuring their optimal performance, security, and availability.
78,000+
Number of U.S. job listings by employers in the last 12 months
$97,000
Median annual salary
355,000
Projected employment through 2030
What is a network administrator?
A network administrator manages the day-to-day operations of an organization's computer networks. They install, organize, and support the hardware and software that connect computers and other technology to each other and to outside networks, ensuring seamless communication and connectivity.
US hiring data
Source: CompTIA analysis of Lightcast & U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
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