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Apprenticeship

Network engineer

Level
4
Higher
Length
2 yrs
typical
Sector
Digital
Pay
Paid
you earn while training

In a nutshell

The broad purpose of the occupation is to install networks, maintain them, and to offer technical support to users, where necessary.

What you'd do

Configure and maintain routers, switches, and network devices
Monitor network performance and investigate connectivity issues
Implement firewall rules and VPN configurations
Respond to network incidents and restore service quickly
Document network topology, changes, and configurations
Support IT teams and users with network-related problems

What you'd learn

Networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, routing, and switching
Configuring routers, switches, and wireless access points
Network security principles, firewalls, and VPNs
Network monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance analysis
Cloud networking and virtualisation concepts
Vendor technologies such as Cisco, Juniper, or Palo Alto
Ready to look for a place?
See live Network engineer apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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