Introduction To A Career In Network Support

So what if Server administration isn't interesting to you? One of the other options is Network Support. In this episode I talk about the jobs that are available in the field, touch on certifications, and offer some commentary of the importance of understanding the basics of Network Operation.

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• TechAnvil
• Cisco
• Network
• Support
• Job
• CCNA
• CCNP
• CCIE

[vaciscoengineer]

I'm doing $120K as a CCNP w/12 years experience

[TechAnvil]

Thanks for posting, a few people told me I was crazy if I thought CCIEs could make that. It is also good to know the non-travel jobs are out there as well.

[jamal22066]

I know CCIEs can make that much. I just mentioned the 60K because that is how much my bro-in-law, owner of a consulting firm, hired 2 CCIEs for, but that was right when the IT field took a hit about 5 years ago. I guess they are back to making that much now.

[TechAnvil]

Ok, I misunderstood.  Thanks.

[heebygeeby1]

cable technician? lol or you could get a bachelors degree.

[TechAnvil]

In one of my other vids I cover college, and I think that is the best choice. Not everyone is willing to go.  If your choices are roofing or cable technician, be a cable technician.

[worldwidetfr]

These responses are funny..lol. themadscotsman28...I've been a cable technician, and a switch tech since 2001. You have to keep in mind that there are different applications to IT, not just computers. These positions in question only exist in Telecommunication Networks. I can tell that this guy made the transition from telecom installation to computer administration, or at least Help desk tech.

[octomoda]

I googled "switch tech" and it does exist. As a person trying to get into the field I researched a lot of what was said here. Most of it checked out w/ the IT people I spoke with, plus searching online.

[CROSSBLADEO8]

@01thrilla well if you have a passion for networking, theres no better qualification than CISCO and it is very recognised by employers, apart from that the Microsoft Qualfications are very good.

[01thrilla]

I am very passionate about IT and particularly the "Networking" side! can anybody tell what qualification I should do weather it be Microsoft or Comptia. As Cisco will be far too brain numbing haha I just want employers to know that I will have had a hands on approach gaining a qualification, while im young I wish to be working and saving, University seems to be less of an option for me right now! Any help about employment in Networking would be great ppl!! Much obliged ( =

[emanpiano10]

@TechAnvil Hi I was wondering if I can be a Network Administrator with just only an Associated Applied Science Degree (AAS) I thinking about going to my community college an going in to networking. What is usually the general entree level job for a networking graduate from a community college? Will I have a very very hard time finding a job in networking and if i want to be a network administrator if I would only have an associates degree with a CCNA cert since most networking jobs require a BS?

[cravein]

i am a ccna and ur videos is right on.

[themadscotsman28]

@daltonsbadboy! yeah im clueless!, tell me somethin soldier boy are you even in I.T? bdcause by the look of things your a jarhead so fuck you!

[matrix86]

I love the comments from people saying this guy is an idiot. There are different routs to get to the same goal. There is always disagreement among professionals. Stop saying this guy is an idiot. He seems to be talking from his personal experience. And remember, not everyone is gifted in this field. Some people have to really work at it. Nobody cares if you wired your first network at 12 years of age. Shut up and keep your "i'm better than you" attitude to yourselves.

[daltonsbadboy]

Another tip....look into the new CCNET certification by CISCO

[daltonsbadboy]

another idiot who is CLUELESS....yeah you scotsman28