Getting a Networking Job For Dummies

Table of Contents

Introduction

About This Book

Foolish Assumptions

Icons Used in This Book

Beyond the Book

Where to Go from Here

Part I: So You Want to Be a Networking Professional

Chapter 1: Working with Networks

Why Are Networks Important?

Skills and Activities in Networking Jobs

Managing network devices

Setting up remote access

Maintaining user accounts

Helping end users

Configuring firewalls

Monitoring antimalware consoles

Issuing authentication tokens

Setting up wireless networks

Configuring communications with business partners

Connecting storage devices

Managing telecommunications services

Setting up VoIP phones and voicemail

Pulling network cabling

Installing network devices in data centers and closets

Designing networks

Completing paperwork

Fixing things

Working with People

How Networking Fits in a High-Tech Career Path

The Future Is Bright for Networking Jobs

Chapter 2: Understanding Networking Roles

Reviewing First Principles

Performing Essential Tasks in Networking

Navigating Networking Job Titles

Service desk analyst

Network administrator

Network engineer

Network architect

Network manager

Wireless network engineer

Telecommunications manager or specialist

Pre-sales engineer

Getting Networking Experience Where You Are Now

Computer repair specialist

Webmaster

Software developer

Database administrator

Business analyst

Information security analyst

Project manager

IT auditor

Chapter 3: Knowing Your Networking

Appreciating First Principles

Recognizing design goals for the ...