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Entry level job titles to search for?
david.schaefer
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Background:
I have recently completed a quick AAS focused on network systems administration and obtained net+ and sec+ certifications. I have no work experience and understand that everyone has to start at the bottom. I currently have a passion for networking and network/system security but this clearly may change once I obtain work experience.
Question:
What jobs are actually within my ability and what positions should I be searching for?
I know that a help desk position seems to be a starting point for many but are there other positions that could be considered a starting point (e.g. desktop support, technician, Jr. positions, etc.)? I am in no way trying to skip an entry level position, I am simply trying to broaden my search for a job.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
I have recently completed a quick AAS focused on network systems administration and obtained net+ and sec+ certifications. I have no work experience and understand that everyone has to start at the bottom. I currently have a passion for networking and network/system security but this clearly may change once I obtain work experience.
Question:
What jobs are actually within my ability and what positions should I be searching for?
I know that a help desk position seems to be a starting point for many but are there other positions that could be considered a starting point (e.g. desktop support, technician, Jr. positions, etc.)? I am in no way trying to skip an entry level position, I am simply trying to broaden my search for a job.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!
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rogue2shadow
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First off welcome to TE!!!
These days its about being a "fit" and networking. If you have contacts that can drop you into a junior network role, by all means take the advantage. Definitely apply to all the example positions you posted because you never know who might read your resumé. -
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Xcluziv
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rogue2shadow wrote: »First off welcome to TE!!!
These days its about being a "fit" and networking. If you have contacts that can drop you into a junior network role, by all means take the advantage. Definitely apply to all the example positions you posted because you never know who might read your resumé.
Network = Networth......I'm coming to that realization. I apply to jobs even if I think I may not have the same experience because like rogue2shadow, you never know who reads your resume. 6 Degrees of Separations I tell....small world, I've learned that just in my past interview this past week -
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SubnettingGoddess
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My first technical job was firewall administration. So don't limit your search too much!OK, I confess, I do have one certification. I am an ACIA - Arcsight Certified Integrator/Administrator. But it's awarded for attending the class. Woot. And while it's a fine skill to have, my interests lay elsewhere. -
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I wouldn't limit your search just by job titles. Due to the many different job titles used these days, searching by location would probably be more productive for you.
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tpatt100
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I would try and network with classmates, family, local groups/clubs etc. My first IT job was due to a classmate that sat next to me in one of my classes who remembered me a year later when I was looking for work. -
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Thank you all very much for your suggestions. I am currently revising the resume and will soon attempt to get my foot in the door
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