Should I Take a Big Leap from Junior Sysadmin to an L3 MSP Role?
I've been working as a junior systems administrator for about 10 months at a small company of roughly 50 employees. My current work includes Entra ID, Intune, MDM,…
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How can an L1 technician safely take on a systems administration project?
I've been a Level 1 help desk technician at a corporate company for a little over three years, and I'm trying to move toward systems administration. Our new…
Is a $2,000 raise enough to justify several new certifications and more responsibility?
I'm a sysadmin supporting about 220 employees across five locations, with two full-time helpdesk staff. I originally worked in sales, moved into IT seven years ago, and became…
How do you stay current in IT without burning out?
I've been with the same employer for almost eight years and lately I'm worried I've become too comfortable. With a merger recently announced, I'm concerned my position could…
How do you overcome feeling inadequate in IT despite experience and certifications?
I've worked in IT for more than six years, have a bachelor's degree in IT, AWS Solutions Architect and Azure Administrator certifications, and have spent the last two…
Is a $2,000 raise enough compensation for several new certifications and extra responsibilities?
I'm a sysadmin supporting about 220 employees across five locations, with two full-time helpdesk technicians. I started in the business side of the company about 10 years ago…
How Can I Improve My System Administrator Resume for My Next Job?
I've been working as a systems administrator at a midsize IT company for about two years and eight months. My current role covers most of the technologies and…
How can I improve my résumé and move up from system administration?
I've been working as a system administrator at a midsize IT company for about 2 years and 8 months. I'm also pursuing a degree in computer engineering in…
How to Effectively Ask for a Pay Raise at My IT Job?
I started my IT job last May, and with about seven years of experience, I've primarily been a level one technician because my previous employers didn't promote. This…
What Are the Best Learning Options for an Experienced IT Professional?
I've been working in IT since 1999, mainly focusing on Azure, and I've earned several Azure certifications (104, 140, 305, 500, 700). However, I don't have a college…
Seeking Guidance for Career Progression in IT
I've been in the IT industry for about 15 years, working my way up from 1st and 2nd line support roles to positions like Support Analyst and Systems…
What Certifications Should I Pursue as a Backend or DevOps Developer?
Hey everyone! I'm a 23-year-old guy with a CS degree and quite a bit of experience. Currently, I earn significantly more than both junior and senior developers in…
What Certifications Should I Pursue as a Backend or DevOps Developer to Boost My Hireability?
I'm a 23-year-old guy with a degree in Computer Science and some solid experience under my belt. Right now, I'm earning significantly more than juniors and even outpacing…
What certifications should I consider to boost my chances of landing a job in DevOps or Backend development?
I'm a 23-year-old guy with a computer science degree and significant experience, making way more than juniors and seniors in my area. However, I'm struggling to get sponsorship…
Is it a good idea to pursue an M.Tech while managing a full-time job and family responsibilities?
I'm currently a Cloud SRE with 4.5 years of experience, and I'm thinking about pursuing an M.Tech, preferably in a part-time or online format, to enhance my technical…
After 6 Years in Software Engineering, What's the Next Step for Career Growth?
I've been in the software engineering field for 6 years, mainly working with Java and SQL, but lately I feel stuck in my career. I'm aiming for a…
How Can I Move Up from Tier 2 Helpdesk?
Hey everyone! I've been working in helpdesk for about 6 years now, and I've made it to tier 2. However, I'm feeling a bit stuck and unsure about…
How Can I Level Up My Skills as a Junior Developer When Work Isn't Helping?
Hey folks! I'm a junior software engineer, and I've been working with Java Spring Boot for backend, Angular for frontend, and a little bit of Azure DevOps. Lately,…
What Azure certifications should I consider as a backend engineer?
I'm a backend engineer with experience in Golang, Java, and a bit of C#. I've used Azure mostly just to get tasks done without deep diving into it.…
Is Getting a SysOps Certification Worth It?
I've been working in a role that aligns with SysOps duties even though I don't officially hold the title. In my current job, I'm considered the go-to person…