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Computer Network Support Specialist

Analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), cloud networks, servers, and other data communications networks. Perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.

Annual openings

314

Median wage

$82,750

Typical education

Education not reported

Growth 2026–2032

+7%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Typical education

Education not reported

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Work experience

Entry-level

Remote work

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Employer competency information

  • Problem Solving & Decision Making — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it; resolving incidents caused by technical or operator errors; able to quickly identify and compile relevant information and use to solve various problems. Able to identify, frame, and then handle complex challenges by seeking out input from others and reviewing relevant information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  • Critical & Analytical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to successfully address various challenges, situations, and opportunities.
  • Planning & Organizing — Monitoring/assessing the performance of systems, processes, hardware, and software to take corrective actions and make improvements; validating that a system confirms with key operating parameters.
  • Lifelong Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem solving and decision making; showing interest and motivation to learn new material; able to gather new information whether formally presented, shared by others, or personally observed.

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Automation exposure

Low exposure

Tasks here lean on judgement and people skills that are hard to automate.

A typical day

  1. Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
  2. Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
  3. 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.
  4. Back up network data.
  5. Configure wide area network (WAN) or local area network (LAN) routers or related equipment.
  6. Install network software, including security or firewall software.
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