Computer Network Support Specialists
The short answer
This job is expected to meaningfully change. AI can already assist with or automate many of its tasks. In New York State, the number of these jobs is expected to shrink over the next decade, with about 472 openings expected each year.
Where your job stands
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the most exposed fifth for how much AI could touch it. That doesn't mean the job goes away—it means more of its tasks are the kind AI can help with.
How much AI could touch this job
Looking at the job itself, AI could help with about half of this job's tasks.
What this means
Compared with other New York jobs, this one is in the most exposed fifth, out of 656 jobs we could rank. Read more in the methodology.
What AI can and can’t help with in this job
The score comes from the real, day-to-day tasks of this job—not a guess about the job as a whole. Below are the tasks that matter most in this job, split by whether AI can help with them.
AI can help with or automate about 81% of the tasks in this job.
Tasks AI can help with or automate
Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
AI could do much of this on its own
Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Identify the causes of networking problems, using diagnostic testing software and equipment.
AI could help, but needs extra software
Document network support activities.
AI could do much of this on its own
Configure wide area network (WAN) or local area network (LAN) routers or related equipment.
AI could do much of this on its own
Tasks AI can't do much of
Back up network data.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Perform routine maintenance or standard repairs to networking components or equipment.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Install or repair network cables, including fiber optic cables.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Test repaired items to ensure proper operation.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
Install and configure wireless networking equipment.
AI is unlikely to speed this up
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