Want to get into networking

I'm getting or should I say at the point to where I'm becoming bored and want to move up. I've spent a year at help desk and now a year and a half as a field technician. There's hardly any projects to do and its basically become mundane.....plus the micromanaging work environment doesn't help.
I've been really interested in networking as it seems to have the technical hands on, with more challenges and opportunities. How would I go about obtaining a job like this?
I've been really interested in networking as it seems to have the technical hands on, with more challenges and opportunities. How would I go about obtaining a job like this?
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These are the current certifications I have. I planned to get the CCNA but had to hold off due to a month off work.
- CompTIA Security +
- Security Clearance DoD
- Microsoft Certified Information Technology Professional (MCITP) Windows 7
- Microsoft Windows 7 Configuring (70-680)
- Windows 7 Enterprise Desktop Support Technician (70-685)
- Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, Configuring (70-642)
Edit to have I have few skills as far as hands on networking other than checking, patching ports, and diagnosing to create a trouble ticket.Sure not as easy at it seems, most jobs want experience above all.
I was originally interested in NOC, but I landed a deskside support position which I will be happy with to gain some experience. In my search, there seems to be quite a range between wanting 0-5 years of experience. Those entry-level positions will likely pop-up if you are in a larger metro area and if you are patient. I did a phone interview for one, but I am just not quite at the right level for a NOC position yet.
As networker050184 mentioned, I'm sure they would be happy to see you take the initiative of obtaining a CCNA.
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It could very well most possibly be, not the best for conducting a resume, I'm afraid. That would be great if you could give me some pointers!
My month off was not something done purposely. I was laid off then the previous contractor loss the bid. Thus my concerns and stress were elsewhere ie, trying to pay for bills, rent, etc, plus the job hunting. A cert was the farthest from my mind at that point in time. Now that I am more "established" and can relax I can concentrate more and pursue my studies again.