computer network technician

Education:

College/CEGEP.

Tasks:

• Coordinate access and use of computer networks.
• Install software.
• Install web server hardware and software.
• 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.
• Troubleshoot, maintain and upgrade web server hardware and software.
• 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.
• Implement network traffic and security monitoring software, and optimize server performance.
• Respond to requests for help and information from Website visitors and Website designers.

Experience:

Experience an asset.