Occupation

272132 Network Administrator

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

272132 Network Administrator

Installs and maintains hardware and software, implements, monitors and optimises network environments and infrastructure, documents diagnosis and resolution of network-related incidents, manages network security, and attends to other operational tasks. May also perform tasks such as help desk technical support and user training.

Alternative titles

  • Network Specialist
  • Network Support

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Monitors, maintains and optimises network environments and infrastructure
  • Coordinates, installs and maintains computer software and hardware
  • Implements, maintains, improves and audits security measures to ensure network security
  • Troubleshoots and provides technical support for network-related incidents
  • Reviews and updates policies, procedures and documentation relating to network design, infrastructure and security
  • Coordinates backup management of all local resources to prevent loss of information