Data communications specialist vs network support technician

Differences between data communications specialist and network support technician duties and responsibilities

Data communications specialist example responsibilities.

• Project manage the conversion/migration of Novell network resources to a Microsoft NT network.
• Manage firewalls, endpoint encryption and other communications and systems security devices for large scale networks across distinct complicate infrastructure.
• Provide PC and UNIX support for end-users.
• Assist in building and support of LAN servers with Novell and NT client.
• Consult on MBNA TCP/IP network restructuring.
• Develop and test technical standards for HBOC using TCP/IP.
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Network support technician example responsibilities.

• Assist in managing Nortel CS1000 phone system.
• Manage a technician scheduling system base on Linux.
• Manage SQL database moves, updates, backups, for end users ,.
• Manage circuit provisioning, customer contact, order tracking, IP allocation and task management databases.
• Manage all VoIP technology and phone configuration.
• Manage security solutions, including firewall, anti-virus, and intrusion detection systems.
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