Data communications specialist vs network technician

Differences between data communications specialist and network 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 technician example responsibilities.

• Install and manage DHCP servers including setting up DHCP scopes, enabling DHCP clients, viewing and managing active leases.
• Manage city wide IIS deployment.
• Manage Virtualization system, using ESX server/client.
• Install, configure and manage Symantec Antivirus on all network computers
• Use Symantec BackupExec to manage and maintain all server backups and file restorations.
• Manage company Cisco series routers, switches, and ASA firewall integrate into MPLS network.
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