Should I Stay in a Field Technician Role or Apply for Networking Jobs Now?
I'm a fresh BSCS graduate who recently started my first job as a Computer Technician. I expected the work to focus mainly on PC troubleshooting, hardware and software…
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Which IT certifications would best improve my career prospects?
I've worked in IT support for about three years in a Nordic country, handling Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Windows, software and hardware troubleshooting, networking, and general user support.…
What Are the Best Resources for Learning AWS Networking in Depth?
I passed the CCNA last year and have noticed that many networking roles now expect familiarity with AWS networking. I completed an introductory AWS networking course on LinkedIn…
What are the best resources for learning AWS networking in depth?
I passed the CCNA last year and have been exploring cloud networking roles. Many job postings seem to expect practical knowledge of AWS networking, so I completed an…
How Can a Student Gain Practical IT Experience Without Landing a Helpdesk Job?
I'm a student with internship experience in Microsoft 365, mainly Entra ID and some Intune. Because the helpdesk market is extremely competitive where I live in Canada, I'm…
Is Moving from Field Technician to SysAdmin the Right Path Toward DevOps?
I've been working as a field technician for a little over two years and currently hold several certifications, including the CCNA and Security+. I'm studying for the RHCSA…
Should I Skip A+ and Network+ and Go Straight to the CCNA?
I'm finishing a B.S. in Computer Information Technology and have about two years of hands-on desktop support experience through a flexible county IT internship. I have roughly one…
How can I move from help desk into cloud or infrastructure work?
I've been working full-time as a Help Desk Technician for about a month. I'm not planning to leave right away, but I want to use this role strategically…
How Can I Prepare for a Site IT Specialist Role at a Mine Site?
I have an opportunity to move into a full-time, six-month fixed-term Site IT Specialist position at a mine site near Perth, with a possibility of extension. I've been…
How can I use my help desk role to move into cloud or infrastructure?
I've been working full-time as a Help Desk Technician for about a month, and I want to use the next 6–12 months to prepare for a more advanced…
How can I prepare for a six-month site IT support role?
I have the opportunity to move into a full-time, six-month fixed-term Site IT Specialist position at a mine site near Perth, with a possibility of extension. I've worked…
Should I Pursue the CCNA, Security+, or Network+ to Become a Network Administrator?
I currently have the CompTIA A+ and have not landed my first IT position yet, although I may have an opportunity to start in a data center. My…
Seeking Guidance on Transitioning to Sysadmin from Engineering
I'm looking for some advice on how to make the jump from engineering to systems administration. In a previous post, I mentioned my fear of running out of…
What Should I Focus on to Transition from Help Desk to Jr. System Admin?
Hey everyone! I've been working in help desk support for about 6 months now, supporting around 70 employees at my office. As the only IT person, I handle…
Should I Choose CCNA or M365 Endpoint Admin Certification for My Career?
I'm looking to enhance my skills and prepare for a future Systems Administrator role. Currently, I'm working as a Tier 2 support technician in a large company and…
Should I Learn Linux and Cloud Skills Alongside My CCNA?
I'm gearing up for a career in Network Engineering and currently working towards my CCNA, which is my first big goal. I've been advised to also dive into…