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SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR, IN-DEPTH: Tech Knowledge Alone Isn't Enough; You Need To Communicate Problems & Solutions

About this video

Drew, a Systems Administrator at the University of Florida athletics dept., describes what he likes most about his job, its challenges, how hard it is to get a job in his field, & work-life balance. It's exciting & challenging to figure out where the tech field is going so that he can build the right systems environment to support it.

Degree: Business Management and Strategy

Job Title: Systems Administrator

Employer: University of Florida, Athletics Department

Job Summary: Network and Computer Systems Administrators

Job Description

Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of an organization's computer networks. They organize, install, and support an organization's computer systems, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), network segments, intranets, and other data communication systems.

On-the-Job Training

None

Additional Info

In 2010, over 90 percent of network and computer systems administrators worked full time. Most organizations depend on their computer networks, so many administrators work overtime to ensure that the networks are operating properly. Administrators may have to be at work outside of normal business hours to resolve problems.

Certification Requirement

Recommended by Microsoft, Red Hat, and Cisco.

Quick Facts

Average salary

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$45,000 - $110,000

Projected Job Growth

20 to 30 percent

Typical schedule

Full-time, Long hours, Irregular

Typical workplace

Office, Indoor, Hospital / Clinic, Military

Personal Qualities

Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Written communication skills, Verbal communication skills

Educational Path

Education Requirement

Associate degree

Recommended Education Degree

Associate degree
Bachelor's degree

Recommended Majors

Computer Science
Mathematics
Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Systems Engineering

Related Careers

Computer and Information Systems Managers
Computer Hardware Engineers
Computer Programmers
Computer Support Specialists
Computer Systems Analysts
Database Administrators
Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Information Security Analysts
Web Developers
and Computer Network Architects
Software Developers

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