Cisco Network Administrator

Cisco network administrators focus on the day-to-day management and maintenance of an organization's network infrastructure that includes Cisco devices, ensuring their optimal performance, security and availability. They monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, manage user access, implement network policies and procedures, and manage backup systems for the network. Cisco network administrators must have a thorough understanding of switches, routers and networked communications. If you are interested in working with the day-to-day operations of computer networks, a career as a Cisco network administrator could be your next move.Job titles related to Cisco network administrators include information network associate, network specialist, network support engineer, and information technology (IT) specialist.This program prepares students to take the CompTIA® A+ and Cisco Certified Network Association (CCNA) certification exams and a career as a Cisco network administrator. Students learn how to install, configure, and troubleshoot PCs, mobile devices and networks as well as the theory, principles, technologies, and operations of computer networking. Students will also learn about architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches including how to configure them for basic functionality and security, and to troubleshoot common issues.Successful candidates must be self-driven, an analytical thinker, and a problem solver as well as have exceptional planning and project management skills and can work both independently and as a team member. This career requires continued training and education.According to the U.S. Department of Labor, overall employment of network and computer systems administrators is projected to grow 9% from 2022 to 2032 in Maryland. Projected annual job openings in Maryland are 1,180. The salary range in Maryland is $64,930 - $169,240 with a median wage of $107,690. Additional career information may be found in Career Coach: https://ccbcmd.lightcastcc.com/

Program Course Sequence