Computer Network Architects

Does not pass

• Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 3.4% of the role's time · $814M

• Maintain networks by performing activities such as file addition, deletion, or backup.

  physical work, outside the screen · 3.2% of the role's time · $763M

• Communicate with system users to ensure accounts are set up properly or to diagnose and solve operational problems.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 3.0% of the role's time · $715M · waiting on a check

• Communicate with telecommunications vendors to obtain pricing and technical specifications for available hardware, software, or services.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.9% of the role's time · $692M · passed by GPT-6 Sol · the models disagreed

• Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewing current literature, talking with colleagues, participating in educational programs, attending meetings or workshops, or participating in professional organizations or conferences.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.7% of the role's time · $653M

• Develop and implement solutions for network problems.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 2.7% of the role's time · $645M

• Communicate with vendors to gather information about products, alert them to future needs, resolve problems, or address system maintenance issues.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.5% of the role's time · $601M

• Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements for proposed system modifications or technology purchases.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.5% of the role's time · $595M

• Provide user support by diagnosing network and device problems and implementing technical or procedural solutions.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.4% of the role's time · $578M · waiting on a check

• Monitor and analyze network performance and reports on data input or output to detect problems, identify inefficient use of computer resources, or perform capacity planning.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked · 2.4% of the role's time · $567M

• Document user support activity, such as system problems, corrective actions, resolution status, and completed equipment installations.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.3% of the role's time · $560M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed · waiting on a check

• Monitor and analyze system performance, such as network traffic, security, and capacity.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 2.3% of the role's time · $547M

• Prepare purchase requisitions for computer hardware and software, networking and telecommunications equipment, test equipment, cabling, or tools.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 2.2% of the role's time · $535M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed · waiting on a check

• Review and evaluate requests from engineers, managers, and technicians for system modifications.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.2% of the role's time · $523M

• Inspect sites to determine physical configuration, such as device locations and conduit pathways.

  physical work, outside the screen · 2.2% of the role's time · $522M

• Estimate costs for system or component implementation and operation.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.2% of the role's time · $517M

• Coordinate installation of new equipment.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.2% of the role's time · $515M

• Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades.

  physical work, outside the screen · 2.1% of the role's time · $499M

• Assess existing facilities' needs for new or modified telecommunications systems.

  physical work, outside the screen · 2.0% of the role's time · $478M

• Communicate with customers, sales staff, or marketing staff to determine customer needs.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 2.0% of the role's time · $477M

• Order or maintain inventory of telecommunications equipment for customer premises equipment (CPE), facilities, access networks, or backbone networks.

  physical work, outside the screen · 2.0% of the role's time · $471M

• Instruct in use of voice, video, and data communications systems.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.9% of the role's time · $465M

• Determine specific network hardware or software requirements, such as platforms, interfaces, bandwidths, or routine schemas.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.9% of the role's time · $463M

• Supervise engineers or other staff in the design or implementation of network solutions.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.9% of the role's time · $460M

• Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants, installers, and vendors.

  physical work, outside the screen · 1.9% of the role's time · $459M

• Work with personnel and facilities management staff to install, remove, or relocate user connectivity equipment and devices.

  physical work, outside the screen · 1.9% of the role's time · $447M

• Develop, maintain, or implement telecommunications disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 1.8% of the role's time · $435M

• Adjust network sizes to meet volume or capacity demands.

  physical work, outside the screen · 1.8% of the role's time · $419M

• Document procedures for hardware and software installation and use.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.6% of the role's time · $392M · waiting on a check

• Design, build, or operate equipment configuration prototypes, including network hardware, software, servers, or server operation systems.

  physical work, outside the screen · 1.6% of the role's time · $388M

• Install, or coordinate installation of, new or modified hardware, software, or programming modules of telecommunications systems.

  physical work, outside the screen · 1.6% of the role's time · $374M

• Use computer-aided design (CAD) software to prepare or evaluate network diagrams, floor plans, or site configurations for existing facilities, renovations, or new systems.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.6% of the role's time · $372M · waiting on a check

• Develop network-related documentation.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.5% of the role's time · $368M · waiting on a check

• Implement or perform preventive maintenance, backup, or recovery procedures.

  physical work, outside the screen · 1.5% of the role's time · $365M

• Develop conceptual, logical, or physical network designs.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 1.5% of the role's time · $352M

• Develop and write procedures for installation, use, or troubleshooting of communications hardware or software.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.4% of the role's time · $332M · waiting on a check

• Supervise maintenance of telecommunications equipment.

  physical work, outside the screen · 1.3% of the role's time · $312M

• Implement controls to provide security for operating systems, software, and data.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 1.3% of the role's time · $308M

• Prepare detailed network specifications, including diagrams, charts, equipment configurations, or recommended technologies.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.2% of the role's time · $288M · waiting on a check

• Evaluate network designs to determine whether customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.1% of the role's time · $273M

• Document technical specifications and operating standards for telecommunications equipment.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.1% of the role's time · $268M · waiting on a check

• Design, organize, and deliver product awareness, skills transfer, or product education sessions for staff or suppliers.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.1% of the role's time · $265M

• Use network computer-aided design (CAD) software packages to optimize network designs.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.1% of the role's time · $254M

• Develop procedures to track, project, or report network availability, reliability, capacity, or utilization.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.1% of the role's time · $252M

• Prepare design presentations and proposals for staff or customers.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.0% of the role's time · $247M · waiting on a check

• Explain design specifications to integration or test engineers.

  reason given most often: no existing check settles it · 1.0% of the role's time · $242M · waiting on a check

• Coordinate network or design activities with designers of associated networks.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 1.0% of the role's time · $233M

• Maintain or coordinate the maintenance of network peripherals, such as printers.

  physical work, outside the screen · 0.9% of the role's time · $223M

• Estimate time and materials needed to complete projects.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 0.9% of the role's time · $220M

• Test and evaluate hardware and software to determine efficiency, reliability, or compatibility with existing systems.

  physical work, outside the screen · 0.8% of the role's time · $203M

• Develop disaster recovery plans.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 0.7% of the role's time · $174M

• Participate in network technology upgrade or expansion projects, including installation of hardware and software and integration testing.

  physical work, outside the screen · 0.7% of the role's time · $173M

• Prepare or monitor project schedules, budgets, or cost control systems.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked · 0.7% of the role's time · $164M

• Develop or maintain project reporting systems.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it · 0.7% of the role's time · $156M · passed by Claude Sonnet · the models disagreed

• Visit vendors, attend conferences or training sessions, or study technical journals to keep up with changes in technology.

  physical work, outside the screen · 0.6% of the role's time · $137M

• Research and test new or modified hardware or software products to determine performance and interoperability.

  physical work, outside the screen · 0.6% of the role's time · $136M

• Develop plans or budgets for network equipment replacement.

  reason given most often: nobody can tell quickly whether it worked, and no existing check settles it, and a failure is too expensive · 0.5% of the role's time · $125M