Top Certifications for Networking Jobs in India

[TheNuttyNet]

Hey so I've finished my bachelor's in computer applications and preparing for masters in computer applications entrances. If i get a decent college with good placements I'll definitely opt for it but if not then I'd want to start working and pursue MBA later on in life

I have good understanding of unix, networking, SQL, algorithms. My coding skills are decent I'd say not the best not the worst, But yes I'm worst at any kind of design job (web design or animations sort of thing) but have good understanding of web hosting instead so more like backend guy ig

As i started looking for jobs in networking sector i saw companies need CCNA , CompTIA, Juniper certifications to start.

I don't want to work with LCO since they don't pay good or even as such no development for career, it's just home router setup and at max add or remove user from OLT management

If you're in networking sector please any reply with some tips is highly appreciated.

 

[TheNuttyNet]

Also given my location Mumbai, do DM some good institute names to learn hands on experience and certification since Google reviews are very clutttered with negative reviews like they don't teach anything or faculty doesn't know anything about the subject itself.

 

[Chip]

@TheNuttyNet I had done Microsoft certifications many, many years ago i.e both Solution Developer and Systems Engineer. Didn't bother to renew them. Specific MS certifications are valuable, just as CCNA etc from Cisco, if you're willing to work in Azure, MS CRM and other MS domains.

For cybersecurity domain it depends on what certification you want/need. CompTIA Security+, Pen Test, among many others, can be learnt online. Start with online lessons to grab the fundamentals, do practice exams and then do the real exam. Mind you, it is tough.

For cybersec CISSP is the certification you aim for once you gain experience. Also do remember certifications are valid for a certain period of time for e.g. 3 years before it expires and you need to recertify yourself.

 

[unnecessary]

@TheNuttyNet our backgrounds are exactly the same. Only 3 months left for my bachelor's as well. But I don't want to go towards coding side that's why I am working towards media industry. I wish you best of luck for the future and it's nice to know we share the same background

 

[TheNuttyNet]

@Chip Yeah we do need to recertify ourselves but i guess as a fresher it becomes kind of mandatory because no one would be willing to let a noob touch or do anything to systems, since they don't teach us hardware specific stuff.

I did look into cybersecurity segment too and felt it is more broader and has more scope (pay grade, opportunities). I'll definitely take up some good reputed certification there too.
Thank you so much for your response. <3

 

[TheNuttyNet]

@unnecessary That's nice atleast you've already selected your path before finishing off bachelors. If i may ask what exactly roles are available for us in media sector?
Wishes to you too <3

 

[Lolita_Magnum]

CCNA is bare minimum for any entry position, python is recommended as well.

A lot of service provider sectors (not ISP) are working with SDWAN more these days, so you should take a look in that as well.

Certifications are good, but experience is equally important. Networking field is tough, and you won't get the best opportunities in first try, but it's the things learned there which would be actually valuable.

Lastly, be a good speaker. Regardless of what happens, always have the mindset to be the first to speak with customers and when an issue arises, learn to get people involved instead of trying to do everything yourself.

 

[TheNuttyNet]

@Lolita_Magnum Very valid and genuine suggestions Thank you <3

And yeah since CCNA being the bare minimum or atleast being the certificate which can prove that i know basics of networking along with how to set it up practically on a particular brand devices can definitely help any employer gain trust in hiring a fresher i guess, That's why it is first thing on my list.
Once hired then only I'll start gaining the experience and have a better vision.

SDWAN is something i need to learn about, don't know about it.

 

[Lolita_Magnum]

A lot of companies don't really need a proper CCNA certificate for freshers.
If you are not learning by yourself and planning to join any classes for it, the certificate from there works for a lot of freshers.

Not to discourage you, but, entry level does not mean they will give you everything in hand to start up working with things and or directly interact with.
It'd be more procedural and would have something's that are related to workings of the company than networking.
It is there for a good reason, and it is something to stay.
Some get lucky and move on to the real deal within months, some get stuck for years. It somewhat also depends on how will you play your corporate game.

In networking, people believe boring is good, as that usually means nothing is wrong or everything is wrong.

 

[TheNuttyNet]

@Lolita_Magnum I came up with idea of CCNA from indeed since companies mentioned it in their job posting along with some other certifications (The pay grade was better along with role).

I'm okay with doing other procedural work at start no issues with that.