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"Careers in ICT: Network Engineer" is an insightful guide that takes readers on a journey through the dynamic and essential role of network engineers in the digital age. This concise book provides a comprehensive overview of the network engineering profession, offering a valuable resource for aspiring and current IT professionals.
The book begins by defining the role of a network engineer and delves into the educational and training pathways required to excel in this field. It highlights the essential technical and soft skills network engineers need to succeed, along with the critical role they play in designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure.
Readers gain a deep understanding of network architecture, security, and optimization, while also exploring disaster recovery and redundancy strategies. The book emphasizes the ever-evolving nature of network engineering, covering emerging technologies, industry-specific applications, and the importance of staying up-to-date.
"Careers in ICT: Network Engineer" offers practical advice for career development, including tips from experienced professionals and insights into different industries where network engineers are in high demand. The book also provides a toolkit of essential resources and tools for network engineers, ensuring they are well-prepared for their roles.
Throughout the book, real-world examples and case studies demonstrate the importance of network engineers in the digital age, showcasing their role in ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of networks that underpin our interconnected world.
Whether you are considering a career in network engineering or seeking to advance in the field, "Careers in ICT: Network Engineer" is an indispensable guide that provides valuable insights, guidance, and inspiration to help you thrive in this vital and ever-evolving profession.
Patrick Mukosha
Patrick Mukosha is an ICT & Management Consultant. With 15+ years of IT experience, he's passionate about all things ICT. He also loves to bring ICT down to a level that everyone can understand. His works have been quoted on Academia by Researchers and ICT Practitioners (www.academia.edu). He has a PHD and MBA from AIU, USA, BSc(Hons) ICT, UEA, UK, Dipl, CCT, UK. He's a founder of PatWest Technologies.
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First published: August, 2023
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Acknowledgements
The author is indebted to a large number of researchers, and consultants in the field of Network Engineering whose works were referred to in writing this book – and appears below and in the bibliography.
The author also would like to acknowledge the encouragement of my wife; Gracious Lumba Maboshe-Mukosha, my departed colleague and family friend; Bernard Chisanga (MHSRIP), and my children, whose comments and constructive criticism kept the author alive. The author also benefitted from the comments of several of my Network Engineering and ICT colleagues. They generously shared their insights and experiences in an evolving field where tacit knowledge is indispensable.
The author wishes to dedicate this book to his late younger sister, Loveness Mukosha (MHSRIP), for her dedication to transformational education. She died of Hypertension soon after completing her Bachelor’s Degree in Education at the University of Zambia, in 2005. She’s gone but not forgotten.
Special thanks go to Lionel Hugh Weston; my former Secondary School Teacher and Guardian, without whom I would never have had a strong education foundation in life. His contribution in my education career is immeasurable. I shall forever remain indebted to him and the entire Weston’s family.
Abstract
"Careers in ICT: Network Engineer" is an insightful guide that takes readers on a journey through the dynamic and essential role of network engineers in the digital age. This concise book provides a comprehensive overview of the network engineering profession, offering a valuable resource for aspiring and current IT professionals.
The book begins by defining the role of a network engineer and delves into the educational and training pathways required to excel in this field. It highlights the essential technical and soft skills network engineers need to succeed, along with the critical role they play in designing, implementing, and maintaining network infrastructure.
Readers gain a deep understanding of network architecture, security, and optimization, while also exploring disaster recovery and redundancy strategies. The