Network Device Configuration and Troubleshooting

Network Device Configuration and Troubleshooting v2This badge represents that the individual has the following skills/knowledge in the field of IT Support. The individual has proven their ability to:
  • Troubleshoot, configure, set up, and administer workstations and networks, networking hardware devices and software.
  • Install, configure, and administer enterprise hardware including rack mount and blade servers.
  • Resolve certain technical problems with Local Area Networks (LAN), Wide Area Networks (WAN), and other systems, for example, repairing or making cables, using tools, command line interfaces (CLI), etc.
  • Manage small to medium-sized networks: troubleshooting, proactive management, security management, daily operation and optimization.
  • Install and manage network devices (firewall, switches, routers, ASAs).
  • Maintain network security using hardware, software, and other counter-measures to physical and logical threats (both internal and external).
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation about network topology and architecture.
  • Establish and maintain operational procedures and practices.
  • Communicate Ethernet LAN architecture, including features such as CSMA/CD.
  • Identify which network devices can act as an Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA).
  • Implement IPv4 subnets for Class “A”, “B” and “C”.
  • Design an IPv6 address solution.
This individual has knowledge or experience with:
  • Networking principles and associated protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, DHCP
  • Standard cabling technologies such as UTP (Category 5, 5e and 6), Fiber Optic (single mode, multi-mode)
  • Networking models such as OSI and TCP/IP
  • Wireless (Wi-Fi) networking
  • QOS
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