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Network Security Administrator Apprenticeship Opportunities

Job Description

Network Security Administrators install and configure firewalls, routers, and switches. They research security threats and vulnerabilities to computer network systems and work to correct problems. They work as part of a team and with customers to resolve firewall and security issues and create and write detailed design and customer documentation as required.

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Working Conditions

Network Security Administrators typically work in well-lit offices in comfortable surroundings or in computer laboratories. Most work at least 40 hours a week, but due to the project-oriented nature of the work, they may also have to work evenings and weekends to meet deadlines or solve unexpected technical problems.

Minimum Qualifications

These programs are only open to employees of training agents registered with local apprenticeship committees.

Available Apprenticeship Programs


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