Network Administrators
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Job description
These individuals install and test computer hardware as well as network and operating system software. They make sure they are secure and optimize their performance. They investigate the causes of failures and solve operating problems. They provide technical support to users who are experiencing computer problems. They work for private IT companies and government agencies.
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Environment
- Controlled ambient temperature
Main tasks
- Manage workstations, user accounts, and Internet access.
- Update hardware and software related to web servers.
- Back up and restore data.
- Implement traffic control and network security software.
- Perform routine, safety, and quality checks and maintain records thereof.
Advancement and mobility
- Experience leads to various positions (programming, web development, systems analysis, etc.).
Training and requirements
Formation
Bachelor’s degree or diploma of college studies
Sometimes required
- Knowledge of the Linux operating system is generally considered an asset.
- Certification or training provided by software vendors may be required.
Main skills and characteristics
Skills
- Data collection
- System analysis
- Critical thought
- Judgment and decision-making
- Troubleshooting
- Systems evaluation
- Programing
- Reading comprehension
- Information processing
- Technological design
- Solving complex problems
- Operations and control
- Service oriented
- Equipment selection
- Written expression
- Oral expression
- Active listening
- Mathematics
- Monitoring operations
- Repair
- Result evaluation
- Operation analysis
- Science
- Coordination
- Equipment maintenance
- Social perception
Abilities
- Awareness of issues
- Information organization
- Written comprehension
- Written expression
- Speech clarity
- Digital dexterity
- Manual dexterity
- Classification
- Mathematical reasoning
- Deductive reasoning
- Inductive reasoning
- Basic numeracy
- Idea generation
- Control accuracy
- Oral comprehension
- Verbal skills
- Information processing speed
- Perception speed
- Speech recognition
- Selective attention
- Near vision
- Hearing sensitivity
- Reaction time
Knowledge and attributes
- Knowledge of administration and management
- Autonomy
- Rigour
- Sense of initiative
- Knowledge of computer science, digital and electronics
- Intermediate knowledge of the English language
- Respect standards and regulations
- Friendliness
- Patience
- Timeliness
Interests
- Direct, organize, and manage
- Work in an office
- Work in computer science or information and communication technologies (ICT)
- Assist and advise
- Collect, verify, sort, and classify data or information
- Conduct tests and trials, control processes
Personality profiles (RIASEC)
- Investigative
- People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.
- Realistic
- People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
- Conventional
- People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.
Appellation d’emploi liée (à traduire)
Computer network and web technicians (CNP 22220)
Skill type
Natural and applied sciences and related occupations
Last update: January 29, 2026
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