computer network technician

Education

• Bachelor's degree

Asset languages

• Mandarin

Work setting

• Accounting firm

Tasks

• Coordinate access and use of computer networks
• Install software
• Load printer with paper and forms
• Maintain, troubleshoot and administer the use of local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), mainframe networks and computer workstations and peripheral equipment
• Monitor the performance of computer systems and networks
• Evaluate and install computer hardware, networking software and operating system software
• Provide problem-solving services to network users
• Implement data, software and hardware security procedures
• Perform routine network start up and close down and maintain control records
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations
• Set up local area networks and connections to the Internet
• Implement network traffic and security monitoring software, and optimize server performance
• Modify Web pages, applets and scripts
• Respond to requests for help and information from Website visitors and Website designers
• Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls

Computer and technology knowledge

• Linux
• Device drivers
• Networking software
• Networking hardware
• Networking security
• Internet
• Servers
• Desktop applications
• File management software
• Security software
• Word processing software
• Communication software
• Project management software
• Programming software
• HTML editing software
• Website creation and management software
• Web service design
• Information technology
• Database software
• Programming languages
• Software development
• MS Office
• MS Windows
• Firewall

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation / travel information

• Public transportation is available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail

Personal suitability

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Flexibility
• Reliability

Experience

• 2 years to less than 3 years

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits