SFIA Skill
Network control and operation NTOP
The day-to-day operation and control of all equipment within wide and local area network infrastructure. Includes production of network performance statistics, provision of network diagnostic information and site surveys
Network control and operation: Level 6
Takes overall responsibility for the installation, upgrading, and control of local and wide area networks for the communication of data, voice, text or images. Ensures that the network is managed to provide agreed levels of service and data integrity. Ensures that network performance and traffic is monitored and reviewed. Ensures that network problems are resolved.
Network control and operation: Level 5
Takes responsibility for significant aspects of the installing, upgrading, operation, control and effective use of local and wide area networks for the communication of data, voice, text or images. Manages the network to provide agreed levels of service and data integrity. Ensures that network performance and traffic is monitored and reviewed.
Network control and operation: Level 4
Uses network management tools to determine network load and performance statistics. Creates reports and proposals for improvement. Checks that problems are managed in accordance with agreed standards and procedures. Implements agreed network changes and maintenance routines.
Network control and operation: Level 3
Carries out agreed network configuration, installation and maintenance. Uses standard procedures and tools to carry out defined system backups, restoring data where necessary. Uses network management tools to collect and report on network load and performance statistics.