Network and Computer Systems Administrator

 Network and Computer Systems Administrator

Median Annual Salary: $90,520Minimum Required Education: Bachelor’s degree, associate degree or certificate sometimes sufficientJob Overview: Network and computer system administrators manage the day-to-day responsibilities of installing, organizing and maintaining computer systems and networks. This includes identifying an organization’s computer technology needs, evaluating potential solutions and recommending improvement. They may also train staff on new software or computer technology.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About a Bachelor's in Computer Science Is computer science math-heavy?

Yes. Most computer science jobs require an in-depth understanding of math, and a computer science degree prepares you for these roles. Your math knowledge typically needs to include algebra, statistics, calculus and discrete mathematics.

Are computer science jobs declining?

No, computer science jobs are not declining. In fact, the U.S. The BLS predicts job demand to increase by 25% for software developers, 36% for data scientists and 23% for web developers between 2021 and 2031. These projections are much stronger than the national average for all occupations (5%).