Question: What kind of job can I get with a Cisco Certificate?
I applied for the classes to get Cisco Certified in one year. I was just wondering, what kind of jobs can I get with this certificate, and what would I actually be doing in these jobs? Thanks!
Answer:
Answer by David G.
Typically an entry-level certification like the CCNA will help you get your foot in the door of the IT world. A typical starting job might be at a help desk or a NOC (Network Operations Center). Job titles may be something like “network analyst” or “help desk technician”.
A corporate help desk position will help you get the exposure to various systems and corporate standards that you need to succeed in the long term. A NOC position is typically more focused on resolving issues with existing networks specifically, so a little less broad exposure but more focused.
I won’t lie, the first few years of your career probably will not be that glamorous; IT is definitely a job where everyone has to spend a few years “cutting their teeth”. But what you should spend that time focusing on is building up your credentials – certifications, experience, exposure… anything you can get – because the faster you catch on and upgrade yourself, the faster you can move up the ladder. And as you start moving up you will find that the hours become better and the pay goes up noticeably. It is very possible to make a lot of money and have a lot of fun in the industry, but the real trick is getting through those few first years… and again, my advice is to study, learn, and get certified.
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