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What is a networks software consultant and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
3 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a networks software consultant. For example, did you know that they make an average of $42.88 an hour? That's $89,197 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 5% and produce 18,200 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreNetworks Software ConsultantUS Average
Salary
7.0

Avg. Salary $89,197

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
5.7

Growth rate 5%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
3.6
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.31%

Asian 9.58%

Black or African American 5.62%

Hispanic or Latino 9.42%

Unknown 4.81%

White 70.26%

Gender

female 10.53%

male 89.47%

Age - 42
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 42
Stress level
5.7

Stress level is manageable

7.1 - high

Complexity level
6.7

Complexity level is challenging

7 - challenging

Work life balance
7.1

Work life balance is good

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a networks software consultant

  1. Explore networks software consultant education requirements

    Most common networks software consultant degrees

    Bachelor's

    70.0 %

    Associate

    23.3 %

    Master's

    3.3 %
  2. Start to develop specific networks software consultant skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Database100.00%
  3. Complete relevant networks software consultant training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New networks software consultants learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a networks software consultant based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real networks software consultant resumes.
  4. Research networks software consultant duties and responsibilities

    • Manage installation of software, train end-users on Medicare and Medicaid rules, regulations and third-party reimbursement methodologies.
    • Assist users with database settings.
    • Port old SNMP software subsystems, VXWorks OS to Linux platform.
    • Provide VTAM definitions and NCP generation support for SNA, SNI and CISCO/CIP-CSNA connections.
  5. Apply for networks software consultant jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a networks software consultant job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average networks software consultant salary

The average networks software consultant salary in the United States is $89,197 per year or $43 per hour. Networks software consultant salaries range between $60,000 and $130,000 per year.

Average networks software consultant salary
$89,197 Yearly
$42.88 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

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