5.2.2 Worksheet: NOS Certifications and Jobs

Network Operating System(s) covered:
The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) credential is the premier certification for professionals who analyze the business requirements and design and implement the infrastructure for business solutions based on the Microsoft Windows 2000 platform and Microsoft Windows Server System. Implementation responsibilities include installing, configuring, and troubleshooting network systems. Learn more about MCSE job functions by reading the MCSE Job Task Analysis (Microsoft Word 925 KB).
Courses/Training required for Certification:
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) Certification
Courses/ Training required for Certification:
The Windows 2000 track of the MCSE credential is designed for information technology (IT) professionals working in the typically complex computing environment of medium to large organizations.An MCSE candidate should have at least one year of experience implementing and administering a network operating system in environments with the following characteristics:
200 to 26,000 supported users
Five to 150 physical locations
Typical network services and applications including file and print, database, messaging, proxy server or firewall, dial-in server, desktop management, and Web hosting
Connectivity needs including connecting individual offices and users at remote locations to the corporate network and connecting corporate networks to the Internet
Implementing and administering a desktop operating system
Designing a network infrastructureFor more information on additional requirements to earn the MCSE credential, see the MCSE Certification Requirements
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Network Operating System(s) covered:
CISCO
Certification(s) title:
Cisco ASA Specialist
Cisco security certifications focus on the growing need for knowledgeable network professionals who can implement complete security solutions. The ASA Specialist certification identifies individuals who possess in-depth expertise with implementing security technologies using the Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) technologies, especially firewall and VPN functionality. Other topics include ACL, AAA, advanced protocol handling, remote access VPN, secure socket layer VPN, site-to-site VPNs, failover, and security appliance management. Cisco ASA Specialists possess the ability to describe, configure, verify and manage the ASA products and the Adaptive Security Device Manager (ASDM).
Courses/Training required for Certification:
Cisco ASA Specialist Prerequisites: CCNA Security
Cisco ASA Specialist Exams and Recommended Training:
1. Required Exam(s)
a.)642-524 SNAF
b.)642-515 SNAA
2. Recommended Training:
a.)Securing Networks with ASA Foundation
b.)Securing Networks with ASA Advanced

Network Operating system(s) covered:
Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) is a performance-based test that measures actual competency on live systems. Called the "crown jewel of Linux certifications," RHCE proves an individual's ability to configure networking services and security on servers running a Red Hat OS. RHCE was recently named the hottest certification in all of IT by CertCities.com.
Certification title:Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
Courses:Red Hat Training:Red Hat Certifications: Classroom TrainingRed Hat Training provides classroom-based courses at convenient worldwide locations and in a variety of topics. Browse through the complete list of courses below or select a track on the right-hand side of this page. Visit the Classroom Student Guide to find out more
Diagnostic Software1. Based on your research, list at least two different hard drive manufacturers.
Seagate Maxtor2
Manufacturer: Seagate Technology
Software Name: Seagate Seatools 1.1.3.2
File Name: SeatoolsForWindows.msi
File Size: 2.23 MB
Version: 1.1.3.2
Published date: February 27, 2008 updated
Description:
Seatools for Windows is a comprehensive, easy to use diagnostic tool that helps you quickly determine the condition of disc drive in your external hard drive, desktop or notebook computers. It tests USB, 1394, ATA(PATA/IDE), SATA, and SCSI drives.


Network Jobs

Sr. Network Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for day-to-day operational support of the network, troubleshooting network incidents and outages , provide on-site support for the Network Operations Center, provide hardware break-fix response, maintain network hardware inventory, and generate network
operations reports.

REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years experience on implementing and
troubleshooting CISCO switches, routers and firewalls and WAN
circuits; supervisory experience is not required
• CISCO certification (CCNA) is preferred, but should have at least 1
IT certification.
• Knowledge of structure cabling systems
• Network operations (circuits, switches, routers, and firewalls)
• Innovation
• Customer focus
• Organizational/business sense
• Communication and interaction skills
• Planning and organizing
• Willing and able to work on extended hours, on GY shift and
weekends or holidays as necessary
• Willing and able to exert physical effort in the performance of
duties and responsibilities (e.g., carry and move things or move
from one area to another)
Applicants should be Filipino citizens or hold relevant residence status.

Network Administrator II
Position Title: Network Administrator II
Position Summary :
The Network Administrator is responsible for working with the Network Administration and Help Desk teams in the planning, trouble-shooting, maintenance, and administration of enterprise servers, mail systems, databases, firewalls and the core network infrastructure. In addition, the Network Administrator will work to resolve Tier 2 and Tier 3 help desk issues/requests that occur on a daily basis. The Network Administrator will also work on various IT projects when needed. Salary range begins at $24.94 per hour. Hours are Monday through Friday with some on-call night and weekend duties as needed. The position is salaried and full-time with benefits.
Education/Experience

HS diploma or GED required MCSE or CCNA Certification preferred.
 7 years IT experience in small to medium sized organizations.
5 years experience designing, administering, and implementing Exchange deployments.
5 years experience designing, administering, and implementing

Windows, Citrix or UNIX server deployments.
5 years experience administering Microsoft SQL or Oracle database solutions.
5 years experience deploying desktop solutions in a Macintosh/PC or

cross platform environment.
5 years experience administering TCP/IP networks.
Preferred experience designing and implementing Active Directory

and/or LDAP services.
 MCSE or CCNA Certification preferred. Skills and Competencies

Manufacturer: western digital
Data Lifeguard Tools 11.2 for Windows

File Name: Dlgsetup11_win.zipFile Size: 3.50
MBVersion: Version 11.2
Publish Date: April, 2006
Description:The downloadable Data Lifeguard Tools now comes in both DOS and Windows versions and was written specifically for the installation of Western Digital EIDE hard drives. If your computer system already has a hard drive installed with an operating system of Windows 98SE or greater, you should use the Windows version of Data Lifeguard for best results. The DOS version is required if installing a hard drive in a new system without existing operating system support. If you plan on copying the contents of a boot drive, Western Digital recommends using the DOS version of Data Lifeguard Tools.
Manufacturer: MaxtorSoftware
Name: SCSIMax
File Name: SCSIMax.exeFile Size: 70.0
kbVersion: v1.21
Publish Date: 05.14.2003
Description: SCSiMax is a diagnostic utility for all Maxtor/Quantum@ SCSI Hard Disk Drive supporting self-monitoring, analysis, and reporting technology (S.M.A.R.T.). This test will determine Hard Drive integrity in a short period of time, with a high degree of confidence.