2137 — IT network professionals

Higher Skilled

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What this occupation covers

IT network professionals design, set up and maintain computer networks, support the network users and fix problems which arise.

Typical duties


implements and evaluates new networking environments, including software and hardware

monitors performance and makes recommendations concerning network quality.

creates users' accounts and provides troubleshooting service to users

ensures network security, reports on, investigates and fixes network faults

writes operational documentation and provides subsequent support and training for users

Entry routes and qualifications

Entrants usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification, although entry with other academic qualifications and/or significant relevant experience is possible. There is a variety of relevant vocational, professional and postgraduate qualifications available.

Sponsorship information

Higher Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

Full Table 1 going rate: £45,600 at 37.5 hours. The applicable salary requirement can differ: use the calculator.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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ONS SOC 2020 · Appendix Skilled Occupations