Career in Network Engineering
I help young and transitioning professionals discover their passion for information technology and connect them with the companies who need their expertise.
My role
I have been serving as a network engineer for over two decades in the public and private sector. My work ranges from a junior network administrator to a senior consultant at a Fortune 500 company. I strive to learn, build and grow in expertise. What I do is not as complex as rocket science. English is not even my native language. Anyone who can read, write & comprehend can aspire to become a network engineer. A guide is important when choosing your career path. Our parents and teachers can influence our choices. I had valuable help from others; likewise, I want to help you. Ready to jump in? I am ready to serve as your mentor.
Why Career in Network Engineering ?
A knowledgeable IT staff is essential in the local, national and global market. Small, medium and large enterprises need dedicated IT personnel. As companies grow, their needs change and increase. IT staff grow proportionately to a company’s expansion. An IT engineer must grow and adapt to meet the needs of the company. A network engineer is responsible for understanding how hardware, software, and networking services work together to manage business information as well as keep it secure and resilient to disruptions. If you want to start a stimulating career with promising opportunities, I am ready to walk you through your journey.
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
Chinese proverb
Who is this suitable for ?
You do not need a college degree to become a network engineer. Usually, a high school diploma is enough. While college level IT studies can be beneficial, grit, curiosity, and growth mindset win out in succeeding in this profession. If you are not happy with your profession, and you are willing to work through a learning curve, then you should consider career in information technology. What are you waiting for? Stop stressing, and start networking.
What will you be doing ?
Network engineers have plenty of options. You may be assisting with multiple jobs, or you could be architecting a multi-million dollar project. Some network positions are not difficult to attain, while other network positions will require you to better yourself.
I have done projects from installing network switches, installing cameras, building custom PCs, upgrading network infrastructure for a whole hospital to remotely upgrading software on network equipment and with smart hand deploy a whole branch. If I get bored from a project, I simply don’t take them anymore. After being in the industry for20 years you have that control.
How will you become a Network Engineer ?
I hope the above (WHY, WHO & WHAT) questions kind of helped you to get to this very important question. It is simple, like any professional training, you go through a designated training path, learn the subject, get hands on training and once you feel comfortable get your vendor specific certification.
Plus, there are a TON of benefits for you!
Dozens of career opportunities
IT technician, support specialist, computer programmer, systems analyst, data scientist, help desk technician, and more
Get paid a 6 figure salary
Earn an $80k to $110K average salary range per salary.com. The more systems you learn and solutions you uncover, the higher you can advance within any company you want to work for
Any industry or environment
Get a job working in government, software companies, marketing agencies, or any corporation that relies on computers
Work from home
This is life changing. Once the physical network is build, it can be managed from anywhere. This is a career avenue where work from home opportunities are a no brainer.
Be your own boss
With education, credentials, and experience under your belt, you’ll have what it takes to become an independent contractor, work your own hours and be your own boss.
These are few of the benefits of a Network Engineering role
Your IT Career Starts Here
Explore opportunities to find out if information technology is the right career for you!
Get free video guidance on leading IT systems manufacturers like Cisco, Arista Aruba, and Juniper. These videos are based on real life IT troubleshooting and are focused on route/switch/wlan, and sometimes on sdwan, technology.
Hire me to teach high school students how to break into the IT field with the right framework, skills and knowledge
Learn more, faster with 1-on-1 IT career training customized to prepare you for your dream job
How My Training Works
Step 1
All information technology students must be curious and love problem-solving. But there’s so much more to the field than that. We’ll work together to discover which aspects of IT excite you enough to keep you in the industry long-term!
Step 2
I will customize your training around your current knowledge and field of interest. You will receive a study itinerary and gain access to a lab environment to practice your skill set.
Step 3
I’ll guide you through completion of appropriate certifications. Afterwards, we will begin the process of applying for internships or jobs together. I will connect you with recruiters and employers in my network.
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