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Network Engineer

Are you passionate about technology and connectivity?

As a Network Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in designing, implementing, and maintaining the network infrastructures that power our digital world. From designing secure and scalable networks to troubleshooting complex issues, you’ll use your expertise to ensure seamless connectivity and optimal performance on a wide scale. 

With the constant evolution of technology and the increasing demand for interconnected systems, a career in Network Engineering presents many opportunities for growth, innovation, and the chance to contribute to the digital infrastructure and communication networks that connect businesses together and enable them to succeed. 

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The Pluses

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Adventure

Working at sea offers a chance to travel and see the world, visiting ports and destinations that many people never have the opportunity to experience.

Accomplish

Working at sea can be physically and mentally demanding, but the satisfaction of a job well done can be very rewarding. 

Unique

The dynamic and ever-changing environment at sea can be both challenging and exciting, and offers a unique work experience that sets it apart from traditional land-based careers.

Advance

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Dream Team

Life at sea can foster a strong sense of community, as crew members work and live closely together for extended periods of time. 

Benefit

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The Pluses

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Life Long LearningYou’ll be part of a field that requires continuous learning, offering opportunities to expand your knowledge and skill set so you can stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends.

You’ll be part of a field that requires continuous learning, offering opportunities to expand your knowledge and skill set so you can stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends.
Sense of AchievementA problem solver by nature, you’ll have the chance to troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing a real sense of accomplishment when you find the solutions.

A problem solver by nature, you’ll have the chance to troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing a real sense of accomplishment when you find the solutions.
Unique but DiverseYou’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide range of technologies, devices, and protocols. Every project and network environment is unique, providing diversity in your work so you never get bored.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide range of technologies, devices, and protocols. Every project and network environment is unique, providing diversity in your work so you never get bored.
On the UpAs you gain experience and expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your credentials and move up to more senior roles, such as Network Architect or Network Manager.

As you gain experience and expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your credentials and move up to more senior roles, such as Network Architect or Network Manager.
Benefits are BigThere’s high demand for your specialised knowledge, which often translates into competitive salaries and benefits. You’re also likely to enjoy flexible work arrangements with options to work remotely.

There’s high demand for your specialised knowledge, which often translates into competitive salaries and benefits. You’re also likely to enjoy flexible work arrangements with options to work remotely.
Business CriticalIn today's interconnected world, the smooth functioning of networks is crucial for businesses and individuals alike. You’ll be contributing to the backbone of modern communication.

In today's interconnected world, the smooth functioning of networks is crucial for businesses and individuals alike. You’ll be contributing to the backbone of modern communication.

The Pluses

There are so many reasons to become a Network Engineer, here are just a few plus points to take into account whilst making your decision.

Life Long Learning

You’ll be part of a field that requires continuous learning, offering opportunities to expand your knowledge and skill set so you can stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends.

Sense of Achievement

A problem solver by nature, you’ll have the chance to troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing a real sense of accomplishment when you find the solutions.

Unique but Diverse

You’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide range of technologies, devices, and protocols. Every project and network environment is unique, providing diversity in your work so you never get bored.

On the Up

As you gain experience and expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your credentials and move up to more senior roles, such as Network Architect or Network Manager.

Benefits are Big

There’s high demand for your specialised knowledge, which often translates into competitive salaries and benefits. You’re also likely to enjoy flexible work arrangements with options to work remotely.

Business Critical

In today's interconnected world, the smooth functioning of networks is crucial for businesses and individuals alike. You’ll be contributing to the backbone of modern communication.

Life Long LearningYou’ll be part of a field that requires continuous learning, offering opportunities to expand your knowledge and skill set so you can stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends.

You’ll be part of a field that requires continuous learning, offering opportunities to expand your knowledge and skill set so you can stay up to date with the latest technologies and trends.
Sense of AchievementA problem solver by nature, you’ll have the chance to troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing a real sense of accomplishment when you find the solutions.

A problem solver by nature, you’ll have the chance to troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues, providing a real sense of accomplishment when you find the solutions.
Unique but DiverseYou’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide range of technologies, devices, and protocols. Every project and network environment is unique, providing diversity in your work so you never get bored.

You’ll have the opportunity to work with a wide range of technologies, devices, and protocols. Every project and network environment is unique, providing diversity in your work so you never get bored.
On the UpAs you gain experience and expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your credentials and move up to more senior roles, such as Network Architect or Network Manager.

As you gain experience and expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your credentials and move up to more senior roles, such as Network Architect or Network Manager.
Benefits are BigThere’s high demand for your specialised knowledge, which often translates into competitive salaries and benefits. You’re also likely to enjoy flexible work arrangements with options to work remotely.

There’s high demand for your specialised knowledge, which often translates into competitive salaries and benefits. You’re also likely to enjoy flexible work arrangements with options to work remotely.
Business CriticalIn today's interconnected world, the smooth functioning of networks is crucial for businesses and individuals alike. You’ll be contributing to the backbone of modern communication.

In today's interconnected world, the smooth functioning of networks is crucial for businesses and individuals alike. You’ll be contributing to the backbone of modern communication.

There are so many reasons to become a Network Engineer, here are just a few plus points to take into account whilst making your decision.

To become a Network Engineer, you’ll need GCSEs in Maths, English and Computer Science. This could lead on to A Levels in similar subjects, or you could study a technical diploma or T Level. Alongside this, you could get a head start by joining computer clubs and completing your own portfolio of personal projects. You could then consider progressing to Higher Education to study Computing or a related field.

If you’re unsure what level you should be applying for you can find out more how all of the levels compare here

How do I start bullets

Your Journey to Becoming a Network Engineer

Network Fundamentals
You’ll cover the fundamental concepts of computer networks, including the Open Systems Interconnection model, network topologies and devices. You’ll learn how to design scalable and secure networks, understanding network protocols, subnetting and IP addressing.
Security & Troubleshooting
You’ll learn about network security techniques and best practices including firewalls, Virtual Private Networks, and intrusion detection/prevention systems. You’ll also gain practical skills in diagnosing and resolving network issues, learning how to use troubleshooting tools and techniques to resolve connection, performance and security problems.
Emerging Technologies
You’ll be introduced to emerging technologies and trends in the field, including cloud networking, software-defined networking , network virtualisation and the Internet of Things, providing you with insights into the future of networking.

How Do I Start?

To become a Network Engineer, you’ll need GCSEs in Maths, English and Computer Science. This could lead on to A Levels in similar subjects, or you could study a technical diploma or T Level. Alongside this, you could get a head start by joining computer clubs and completing your own portfolio of personal projects. You could then consider progressing to Higher Education to study Computing or a related field.

If you’re unsure what level you should be applying for you can find out more how all of the levels compare here

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IT Support Services and Infrastructures Level 3 T-Level

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HND Computing

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Level 4-6

BSc (Hons) Computing

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BSc (hons) Computer systems and network engineering

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BSc (Hons) Applied Computing (Learning and Work)

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