| Network Installation |
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Network Design |
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Analyze existing infrastructure |
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Evaluate the technology budget |
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Research current and future technologies |
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Perform cost benefit analysis and return on investment |
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Plan for network capacity based on users and systems |
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Plan for Expansion of network |
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Develop network topology and architecture |
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Hardware Installation |
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Install network hardware; servers, routers, switches |
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Install data protection systems (UPS, RAID, Backup) |
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Set up storage racks to hold networking hardware |
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Install cabling, perform line test |
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Software Installation |
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Install software; operating systems, database, email |
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Implement remote networking; VPN, Remote Access |
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Install network security; firewalls, anti-virus, anti-spam |
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Install network services; domain, DNS, print server |
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Setup Users, file structure, security |
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Inspection & Documentation |
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Perform quality assurance inspection |
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Test backup and emergency recovery programs |
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Develop network layouts and wiring diagrams |
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| Network Administration |
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Security Management |
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Update firewall software |
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Update anti-virus software |
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Test network security; firewall, server |
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Data Management |
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Perform (daily, weekly, monthy) backup |
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Offsite storage of data backup for recovery capability |
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Perform disk integrity on Hard Drive & database's |
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User Administration |
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Develop & implement workstation policies |
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Administer authorized access |
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Setup security restrictions and network access |
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Maintain user file structure |
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Network Maintenance |
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Schedule network maintenance |
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Install network software upgrades |
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Install operating system upgrades |
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Perform network diagnostics |
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Network Monitoring |
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Monitor firewall for intrusion attacks |
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Monitor logs; system, anti-virus, firewall, error, etc... |
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Monitor user activity |
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Monitor servers for optimal efficiency |
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Perform random checks to monitor user compliance |
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Monitor network for usage & performance |
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Test backup drives and software |
