As of June 2026, Computer Network Architects has an AI-exposure score of 67/100 (High exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.
Computer Network Architects
More exposed than 85% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$134,050. About 11,200 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).
Pay & demand figures are US medians (BLS, in USD) — your local figures will differ. Your exposure score applies broadly.
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What this role usually involves
Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.
Broad guidance for this preparation level; exact requirements vary by role and employer.
Source: O*NET 29.1 exact occupation - Computer Network Architects, SOC 15-1241.00. Context describes the role; the AI-exposure score remains a separate task-exposure estimate.
Computer Network Architects tasks, by AI exposure
- Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.
- Communicate with vendors to gather information about products, alert them to future needs, resolve problems, or address system maintenance issues.
- Coordinate installation of new equipment.
- Evaluate network designs to determine whether customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
No durable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as automatable (95%).
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Computer Network Architects — median pay by US state (BLS OEWS, USD)
Median annual wage, in USD. US national: US$134,050. More states are being added.