Network and Computer Systems Administrators

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 10 (50%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 8 (40%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 2 (10%)

• Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications or virus protection software.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate computer network access and use.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Analyze equipment performance records to determine the need for repair or replacement.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Recommend changes to improve systems and network configurations, and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changes.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Design, configure, and test computer hardware, networking software and operating system software.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
• Perform routine network startup and shutdown procedures, and maintain control records.AI can speed this up on its own · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Maintain logs related to network functions, as well as maintenance and repair records.AI can speed this up on its own · core task
• Monitor network performance to determine whether adjustments are needed and where changes will be needed in the future.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Confer with network users about solutions to existing system problems.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Train people in computer system use.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Gather data pertaining to customer needs, and use the information to identify, predict, interpret, and evaluate system and network requirements.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Coordinate with vendors and with company personnel to facilitate purchases.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Implement and provide technical support for voice services and equipment, such as private branch exchange, voice mail system, and telecom system.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task
• Research new technologies by attending seminars, reading trade articles, or taking classes, and implement or recommend the implementation of new technologies.AI can speed this up with extra software · supplemental task · Seen in real AI use
• Load computer tapes and disks, and install software and printer paper or forms.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Maintain an inventory of parts for emergency repairs.Little or no AI speed-up · supplemental task

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