Specializing in Networking

marcj04

Hey guys,

I'm currently finishing up my B.S in Information Systems and I am also studying for my CCNA. I know that networking is the route I want to take because it is the most interesting to me. My question is, What is the best track to go down in terms of specialization? I know there are a ton of CCNA: R & S certified individuals but I'm sure that if I specialize in one of the other tracks, it will make me more marketable. I haven't actually worked in the networking field yet so I can't really say if I enjoy one specialization over the other.

Security seems like its in huge demand right now so maybe that's something to consider but so far that is my least favorite part of the CCNA.

NetworkNewb

Gotta pick which ever you enjoy. If you enjoy and are good at what you do. You will be in demand and people will pay you good money.

http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/employer_resources/pdfs/CiscoCareerCertPaths-PosterFinal.pdf

kurosaki00

I would suggest to get education and experience in a lot of networking areas before specializing in something like security. Before securing networks, you need to know how they work.

CCNA, Sec+, get some experience and start picking up more specific knowledge from the areas you like. You dont need to specialize in lets say... IPS or Policies, you can start with a more broad scope of security and maybe VMs or something. Then as you progress in your career, gain more specific knowledge.