How To Go About Getting Networking Job After CCNA
# 01 Miizarebel
What is the best way to go about getting a job after passing the CCNA exam? Would it make sense to continue on the CCNP track, using real equipment and wait until the opportunity comes along?
In these tough times when the market is so rough, i feel like i am falling behind in gaining a position. I currently do helpdesk/Jr. Administrator <– fancy title… 6 years desktop support experience looking to move over to networking….
I am currently studying for the BSCI exam…
# 02 Rickey
I would continue looking for a job. Search for things like network technician, network engineer, network administrator. Simple titles like that. If you have a JR. Admin title and can explain the server/network experience you have then I would imagine that would increase your chances. Make sure to highlight your certifications and career goals and desire to progress forward with the certification process. I don’t know if you have any college education, but make sure that is highlighted as well. That can make a big difference a lot of times.
# 03 ErickBCCNA
Congrats on getting the CCNA!
I am not sure if you have any experience in the networking industry. Unless you have some conections with the powers that be, you are going to have to start small. 99.99% of employers aren’t going to just let you touch a Cisco router, switch, AP, ASA etc, until you can demonstrate to them that you have sufficient, “demonstrated” knowledge of the basics in the field first. This may even begin with basic break/fix issues. You are going to have to sweep up behind the elephant before you can run the circus so to speak.
Look for anything that will get your foot in the door even if it is break/fix things and continue to work on your CCNP track or next level certification.
