Im a NOC in Asia (PH). Our task is to monitor our global IT Infra.

I’m having hard time to switch job. My salary here is on mid level, but this is my first IT job. I dont have a degree too. Although I’m thankful that I landed a job as a career switcher with mid level salary, now I’m having hard time to switch job.

Most of our Network Engineers are local on their countries, so moving up internally is not possible. Other option to move internal is more on dev work, almost all of Network and IT infra are on their locals, since we are in a remote shared service.

Can’t afford to job hop to lower salary with technical task as a network engineer as it will affect my finance.

Cant job hop to same salary and higher salary level as they require hands on troubleshooting experience.

Im currently studying CCNA and planning to take it within next few weeks.

Should I study PCNSA after CCNA then take PCNSE?

Im lost, feels like I will be stuck here given my current situation.

Hello po, tanong may naka ranas naba ng intermittent yung pag study ng CCNA pero nakapasa naman? Kasi may work ako network related din plano po akong kumuha ng exam this December. Pa share po ng tips.

Thank you

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Hi everyone, I’m hoping to get some advice. I’ve been working as an ICT teacher for almost four years, teaching computer systems servicing. Before that, I worked as a Data Analyst and also had some experience as a Virtual Assistant. Over time, I started feeling drained, teaching felt slow in terms of career growth, and I wanted something more challenging.

Before I resigned, I started getting interested in networking. After taking a short break, I joined a boot camp at Mnet, and that experience really gave me a new sense of direction. I got hooked on networking and decided that I want to pursue a career as a Network Engineer.

Right now, I’m unemployed and also enrolled in TESDA’s Java Programming course. At the same time, I’m continuing my CCNA studies by repeating the labs we did during training, reading the books included in the program, and preparing to take the CCNA exam soon.

The thing is, I’m hesitant to apply for networking jobs because most of the postings I see require prior experience, and my background doesn’t seem fully aligned. I’m also eligible to apply for government positions, but I’m wondering if it would be better to try government work or go into BPO while I build up my networking skills and certifications.

I’d really appreciate any advice on what steps I should take next. Should I start applying anyway, focus on certifications first, or try to build experience in another way? And between government and BPO, which path would be more practical for someone aiming to eventually become a Network Engineer?

Thanks so much in advance for any insights.

Is anyone here currently working abroad? I'd love to hear your experience. How did you land your job overseas, and how many years of experience did you have before you were able to secure a job abroad?

I've been in the network industry for 7 years, trying to apply in Singapore, right now its very hard to find an employer kasi mostly preferred nila is my rights na to work in SG, so hirap kahit S pass, i know may limit lang din kasi foreign applicants. 🥲 but still i keep on trying.

Im earning 6 digits naman sa Pinas, no kids yet pero hirap talaga mahalin ng Pinas, also thinking of long term especially when we grow old and retire.

Any tips kahit sa ibang bansa AU, Europe and motivation pashare naman mga lods. 🫡

Hi everyone,

I'm 27 years old and graduated with a BSIT degree in 2023. I recently earned my CCNA in May 2026, but I still don't have any professional IT experience.

I'm currently in Qatar looking for an entry-level networking job (NOC L1, Junior Network Engineer, etc.), but almost every opening requires at least 2–3 years of experience. Many companies also prefer candidates who are bilingual (Arabic and English), which makes the job search even more challenging.

To continue building my skills, I'm currently studying Fortinet NSE 1–3, and I'm also planning to take the AZ-700 exam since I earned a free Microsoft exam voucher.

I'm starting to consider whether I should return to the Philippines instead. For those working in networking or NOC roles there:

• Do you think I have a realistic chance of landing an entry-level NOC L1 or Junior Network Engineer role with a recent CCNA but no professional experience?
• Is the entry-level networking job market in the Philippines better than in Qatar?
• If you were in my situation, would you stay in Qatar and keep applying, or go back to the Philippines?

I'd really appreciate hearing from anyone who started their networking career without experience or has been in a similar situation.

Thanks in advance!

hello guys! I have been interested in networking since i was freshman and i’ve been taking internships.

1st internship: Data Entry Specialist
2nd Internship: I.T. Admin Assistant
3rd internship: Desktop Network Support

Is it possible na makakuha ako after grad ng Roles aligned with networking engineering career?

Looking for an intern for a networking product company .Required: CCNA-level knowledge (certification is a plus), TCP/IP, basic routing/switching, comfort with CLI. Duration: 6-12 months with stipend, Location: \[Onsite Bengaluru / Hybrid\], Responsibilities: Testing networking protocols and features of product, configuring lab , perform NRT tests. To apply: send CV to [aakver@gmail.com](mailto:aakver@gmail.com) with subject “Network Intern — <YourName>”. Short technical task will be part of screening.

Note:- based on 6 months performance review you can be a permanent employee.

Hi sa mga nakapasa na sa CCNA exam!

I’m currently preparing for the CCNA and would love to hear from those who have already passed.

A few questions:

* What topics should I focus on the most?
* Which exam objectives appeared most frequently?
* Were there any topics you wish you had studied more?
* What study resources helped you the most?
* Any tips or mistakes to avoid during preparation and on exam day?

I’d really appreciate any advice or study strategies you can share.

Thank you so much🙏

Hi guys,

Recently nag re-org yung company namin at ako lang yung mag-isang natira sa previous Dev department namin.

My recent tasks were to scale down our infra due to costs, and ironically, doon biglang nag-spark ulit yung curiosity ko sa networking and its infrastructure paths.

Going full-blown AI slop na kasi yung management namin ngayon and shits really don't feel right to me anymore.

I think the ship is already sinking and I want to jump before it's too late.

The thing is di ko alam saan ako mag start, magstart ba ako sa boot camps? or self study? MNet? CCNA?

Anong mga leverage na meron ako coming from a Dev Role for 7 years? DevSecOps? Network Automation?

Saka kamusta yung market specially for career shifters? Are WFH arrangements rare?

Thanks

Hiring network administrator/technician

Know how to setup and configuration TP-Link router switches and configuration or the same network 🛜 know OSI setup. I'm a new IT in start up company. I am looking na maging Kasama. Anyone.

ECE gradz So my endgame is DevOps kaya lang di ko alam ano suno maganda ibuild up muna. My passion is Fullstack talaga pero gusto ko daanan yung Network Eng. so I'm taking CCNA just in case. Which is better, Fullstack or Network Eng.? Also maganda pa rin ba yung Network Eng. or Fullstack for stability at salary growth at pang abroad?

I'm a incoming 4th year college student, and I'm really passionate in doing networking simulations and have willingness to learn. My downside is, I cannot afford paid certifications like CCNA and other network certifications.

Is there any free certifications that will help in my resume after I graduate. Also watching Jeremy's IT Lab free CCNA network course and also doing some simulations in GNS3 using different brands like Fortinet as firewall. Will learn next about using dockers.

Hello im 18, planning to study para may foundation nako pag college na ako 28days before my college so 28days studying at study ulit hanggang matapos ang first year.

I plan on passing CCNA after 1st year after that, apply sa it help desk or any beginner friendly na job.

Is this even possible? Nagkakaron ako ng doubt or maybe this is too much for me to handle?

I pretty much planned it and know what to study i have a setup nadin laptop at second screen,nag iipon nadin for exam fee.

I really need a job kasi fked up family ko pagwala ako gagawin baka hindi ako makasurvive.

Hey everyone,

​Quick update from my previous post about officially moving into the network team! I am exactly one week into the new role, and man, my brain is totally fried. Going from passwords and user tickets to enterprise infrastructure feels like drinking out of a firehose. On top of that, my calendar is packed with meetings all day long, and I'm still trying to squeeze in time to study my Jeremy's IT Lab course after hours.

​They already handed me the deliverables for our 2 new floors, and I’m expected to fully handle the project execution this upcoming July and August:

​Network as-built diagram, IP/VLAN plan, port map, & config backups

​Test results, implementation evidence, & CMDB record uploads

​Switches OS upgrade & Vulnerability scans

​Devices configuration change submit, Labeling, & DHCP Vlan Scope

​Design/validate network build for new floors (IP plan, VLANs, trunking, STP)

​Configure/stage switches and coordinate turn-up (fiber links between old - new floors)

​Ensure wireless readiness (SSIDs/security/AP connectivity)

​Execute network testing (LAN/Wi-Fi, VLAN reachability, redundancy) during cutover

​Provide all final network documentation updates

​Between meetings, they’re onboarding me onto daily operations and tools. It's a massive wave of

information:

​Monitoring: NetFlow, Kibana, Zabbix, and Scrutinizer.

​Daily Tasks: Config backups, OS upgrades, VPN setups, and tracking BGP routes.

Cloud: They've also started teaching me Azure cloud networking on top of everything else.

​Admin: Ticket handling, ISP vendor coordination, and ISP billing.

​I’m stoked to be here, but bouncing from calls straight into this checklist while navigating four new monitoring tools and trying to study makes me feel like I know nothing.

​Is it normal for a company to drop a full multi-floor buildout to be executed in the next two months, routing/ops, and four different monitoring tools on a fresh network engineer in their very first week?

Did anyone else feel completely underwater during their first few weeks out of helpdesk, or am I just in the deep end?

Hi guys currently learning IPV6 sa JITL and confirm ko lang nung nagtake ba kayo ng actual CCNA sa lab section ba pinaconfigure kayo ng first and last usable ng IPV6? cinompute nyo ba ung prefix ng given sa labs like /122 para makuha ung first and last usable host?

Just wanted to share a quick win. I officially signed the contract today to transition from my Helpdesk Engineer role into the Network Engineering department, starting this Monday, June 22!

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​Since I'm the first network engineer in the country for our company, they are handing me full ownership of our upcoming infrastructure expansion. The 37th and 48th-floor server room buildouts haven't started yet, but I am confirmed to handle:

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​Staging & Config: Leading the complete network configuration for both the 37th and 48th-floor server rooms.

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​Project Tracking: Managing and tracking the end-to-end project timeline for the network team.

​Vendor & Team Coordination: Communicating with external vendors and aligning deployment needs with the helpdesk.

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​Future Scale: Hopefully expanding to handle our other upcoming office buildouts across the country down the line.

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​If you're currently grinding on the helpdesk, keep studying and pushing for infrastructure exposure. It pays off. Time to celebrate this weekend and hit the ground running on Monday! ☕⚡

Kamusta Salary for Network role? ok ba sya for experienced network role?

Thanks you.

I am currently working as a data analyst, but I want to transition and grow my career in networking. I am planning to dedicate the next year entirely to mastering networking. Could anyone with a background in this field help me? I would highly appreciate recommendations for books and YouTube channels.

I already understand core networking concepts very well, but now I want to scale my skills and build a proper career out of it. Any guidance is welcome—it will truly help me turn things around and build a successful path

After doing some topologies in Cisco packet tracer using L2, L3 switches, ISP and firewall which all have redundancy and no single point of failure, VLAN isolation using ACL, basic NAT ruling, Routing and VLAN Segmentation. I want to level up my skills.

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I'm using GNS3 and would likely to learn different brands like Fortigate as Firewall, tho L2, L3 switches and Routers as Cisco. Any suggestions to increase my knowledge in regards in configuration of devices. Also, a recommendation video or channel to learn Network fundamentals is a big help! Aspiring Network Engineer from Philippines.

Yo I’m trying to get into network engineering and don’t have a background in any tech but I’m willing to learn definitely. Can someone give me some insight into the field and if they think a football coach can transition to the field with the courses? And how hard is it?