Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and Internet systems or a segment of a network system. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
<ul><li>Back up network data.</li><li>Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.</li><li>Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.</li><li>Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.</li><li>Document network support activities.</li><li>Configure wide area network (WAN) or local area network (LAN) routers or related equipment.</li><li>Install network software, including security or firewall software.</li><li>Analyze network data to determine network usage, disk space availability, or server function.</li><li>Evaluate local area network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN) performance data to ensure sufficient availability or speed, to identify network problems, or for disaster recovery purposes.</li><li>Troubleshoot network or connectivity problems for users or user groups.</li><li>Provide telephone support related to networking or connectivity issues.</li><li>Perform routine maintenance or standard repairs to networking components or equipment.</li><li>Configure and define parameters for installation or testing of local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), hubs, routers, switches, controllers, multiplexers, or related networking equipment.</li><li>Install new hardware or software systems or components, ensuring integration with existing network systems.</li><li>Install or repair network cables, including fiber optic cables.</li><li>Test computer software or hardware, using standard diagnostic testing equipment and procedures.</li><li>Monitor industry websites or publications for information about patches, releases, viruses, or potential problem identification.</li><li>Create or update technical documentation for network installations or changes to existing installations.</li><li>Train users in procedures related to network applications software or related systems.</li><li>Test repaired items to ensure proper operation.</li><li>Install and configure wireless networking equipment.</li><li>Document help desk requests and resolutions.</li><li>Maintain logs of network activity.</li><li>Research hardware or software products to meet technical networking or security needs.</li><li>Create or revise user instructions, procedures, or manuals.</li><li>Run monthly network reports.</li></ul>