Why networking ?

Hi guys i am Basil Thomas and i am here to help you with your career choice, Life becomes complicated when there is a choice. Happy to help 🙂

Here are some questions and answers:

1. How can I start my career in networking?

   To become a Computer Networking guy there are some pre-requisites :

   Degree Level

   Bachelor’s degree BE / B-TECH ,BCA / MCA ,

   Degree Fields

   Computer science, Information systems, or computer engineering or Electronic & Communication

   Certification

   Go for a 4 – 6 month course work in CCNA or Juniper for Networking Field MCSE or RHSC for Administrator Field

2. Networking Job Types

   For those just starting a career in networking, here is a short list of the available types of positions and networking jobs:

   • Network Specialist
   • Network Technician
   • Network Administrator
   • Network Analyst
   • Network Manager
   • Network Engineer
   • Network Solutions Architect

   As you develop your networking career further, you might decide to specialize in one or more areas of networking. At this point, the networking jobs you would be applying for might include:

   • Network Security Specialist
   • Cloud Networking Architect
   • Networking Research and Development Specialist
   • Wireless Networking QA Engineer
   • Wireless Infrastructure and Mobility Specialist
   • Mobility Solutions Architect
   • VoIP Engineer
   • Telecom Project Manager
   • Data Center Networking Specialist

   There are also plenty of networking jobs in sales and consulting, so be sure to check out:

   • Networking Sales Specialist
   • Networking Account Manager
   • Networking Consultant
   • Networking Program Manager

3. Why do we need network engineers ?

   Computer networks help users on the network to share the resources and in communication. Can you imagine a world now without emails, online newspapers, blogs, chat and the other services offered by the internet?

4. Requirements to become a Network Engineer ?

   • Bachlor Degree
   • Diploma in any Networking course.
   • Interest

5. Best Computer Networking Certifications ?

   Choose combination of Networking and Administration for fast growth

   • CISCO  – Networking

     Different Levels & certifications

     • CCNA  –      Lvl 1
     • CCNP  –       Lvl 2
     • CCIE   –       Lvl 3
     • CCDA  –       Architect
     • CCDE  –       Architect Expert

   •  CompTIA Network +  – Networking

     One of the better entry-level certifications, the CompTIA Network is a great entry point into the world of network certifications. TheCompTIA Network + certification is held by roughly 500,000 networking professionals worldwide and is available to any IT professional. While a minimum of 18 months professional experience is recommended, it’s not required and anyone can take the exam.

   • MCSE : Windows Server  -Administration

     The Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) designation is for IT professionals with 1-2 years of experience designing, installing, configuring and troubleshooting Microsoft servers and databases used to manage computer and network infrastructure

   • Red Hat Certified System -Administrator

     Red Hat Stands For:- A Red Hat® Certified Engineer (RHCE®) is a Red HatCertified System Administrator (RHCSA) who possesses the additional skills, knowledge, and abilities required of a senior system administrator responsible forRed Hat Enterprise Linux® systems.

   • Juniper -Networking

     Juniper Networks, Inc. is an American manufacturer of networking equipment founded in 1996 by Pradeep Sindhu. It is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, USA.Junos, Juniper’s own network operating system.

    

6. How much do networking jobs pay?

To earn a decent high salary, get certified in single certification per every year. A 6+ year network admin or Engineer is paid more than 6,00000 rupees / month in abroad who has more than 10 certificates in hand. Certifications are not hard, same topics are repeated again n again.

Salary per Country

• INDIA : Developing Country
  • Fresher : 12-20,000 rupees / month
  • 5 year experience : 60- 85,000 rupees / month
  • 10+ experience : 75,000+ rupees / month
• UNITED KINGDOM : Developed Country
  • Fresher : 50-90000 rupees / month
  • 5 year experience : 2- 4,00000 rupees / month
  • 10+ experience : 500000+ rupees / month

All the best  🙂