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Will AI replace computer network architects?AI replacement risk 75% and how the work is changing

United States IT & Software Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$134,050
25th–75th pct. $104,620–$168,200
Top pay (est.)
$263,500
Top 10% $202,680
Pay in 5 years
$151,200est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$170,500est.
$146,600–$198,000
Outlook score
58/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
75%
High
Job growth (10 yr)
+7.7%
9,600 openings / yr

Will AI replace Computer Network Architects? AI replacement risk

75%
High
Ranked #768 safest from AI among all U.S. occupations
Very lowLowModerateHighVery high

How AI is changing this job

A written analysis for this occupation is being prepared.

AI replacement risk compares the parts of a job that are easy to hand to AI or software (processing information, documentation, repetitive computer work) with the parts that are hard to automate (physical work, working closely with people, judgment in unpredictable settings), using O*NET work activities, work context, skills and knowledge. The result is a relative position among all occupations in the country, scaled to 0–100%. Methodology →

Skills, education and requirements for Computer Network Architects

Key skills

Reading Comprehension
4.1
Complex Problem Solving
4.1
Critical Thinking
4.1
Judgment and Decision Making
4.0
Speaking
3.9
Active Listening
3.9
Systems Evaluation
3.9
Systems Analysis
3.9

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Computers and Electronics
6.0
Engineering and Technology
5.0
Telecommunications
5.0
Customer and Personal Service
4.3
Education and Training
4.3
Administration and Management
4.1
English Language
4.0
Design
3.9

What the work involves

Working with ComputersUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesGetting InformationProcessing InformationIdentifying Objects, Actions, and EventsEvaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards

Important abilities

Written ComprehensionOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInformation Ordering

Education of workers

Bachelor's degree
55%
Associate's degree
15%
Post-secondary certificate
15%
Master's degree
5%
Post-bachelor's certificate
5%
Less than high school
5%

Training before entry

6–12 months
25%
3–6 months
25%
1–2 years
20%
Over 10 years
5%
None / short demo
5%
2–4 years
5%
1–3 months
5%
4–10 years
5%
Up to 1 month
5%

Related work experience

2–4 years
35%
4–6 years
25%
Over 10 years
15%
6–8 years
15%
1–2 years
10%

Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★★★☆ Demanding (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.