NETWORK ENGINEERS

For a more hands-on application of your computer and IT knowledge, as well as being able to see the results of your work, a Network Engineering position is ideal. Network Engineers are experts in setting up and maintaining complex computer networks and supporting end-users when necessary. Network Engineers also install new systems and maintain the physical infrastructure of a network as well as the intangible side, dealing with things like physical servers, routers, switches, and cables.

As a prospective Network Engineer, you should be prepared to know the physical requirements and repairs that keep an organization’s network up and running to the best of its ability. Network Engineers also monitor network activity and configure network systems to run optimally for end-users. Additionally, Network Engineers work closely with security personnel in order to keep firewalls, malware detection, and other cyber-security features functional and up to date. If you are looking for a versatile, hands-on networking position, Network Engineer is right for you.