Is it possible to skip pass the Helpdesk and try apply for NOC techcian jobs instead?

I am currently attending WGU BS:IT Security. I should be done with WGU October 2019. After graduating.
Is it possible to skip the helpdesk role and apply for NOC related position? I have no experience and want to go straight to NOC technician role. Is it possible? Or do I have to pay my dues at Helpdesk?
My goal is to become a Network Engineer. Thank you so much and hope to get any advice.
Is it possible to skip the helpdesk role and apply for NOC related position? I have no experience and want to go straight to NOC technician role. Is it possible? Or do I have to pay my dues at Helpdesk?
My goal is to become a Network Engineer. Thank you so much and hope to get any advice.
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There's no rule that you have to do "x" before doing "y or z".
Really, you just need some luck.
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A key thing is don't be discouraged if you have to submit a lot of applications to get interviews. Early on in a career you will probably have a lot lower call back rate versus if you have 5 years experience.
To piggyback on the_Grinch, the NOC has many different levels, from Tier 1 to management. As such, the entry point is often equivalent to a network helpdesk (building tickets, answering customer's questions, etc). When I was tier 1 in the NOC I investigated alerts, built tickets, dispatched the field techs, and answered the phones. Most of my customers were either field techs or other major ISPs that needed assistance with something on our side. Not too much different from a traditional helpdesk, just network centric.
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