Network Engineers oversee all the activity related to a computer network. Their responsibilities may include setting up user accounts, installing software, performing security checks or restoring files. These engineers work in many different industries. They work normal office hours and overtime if required. Their remuneration is adequate and they often receive attractive benefits and compensation.
A Network Engineer usually performs many of the following tasks:
• Maintaining new server hardware
• Managing email
• Setting up permissions and passwords
• Providing IT solutions
• Providing training
• Monitoring network usage
• Implementing future developments
• Maintaining network security

• Being professional
• Being adaptable and thorough
• Research
• Communication
• Information technology
• Problem solving
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Utilising technical information to resolve issues
• Being approachable and amicable
• Organisation and administration
• Networking

People who are interested in working with WAN, LAN or MAN networks, study Network Engineering. Network Engineers often pursue a number of certifications. These may include any of the following:
•    Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
•    Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
•    Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
•    CompTIA i-Net+ Certification
•    BTEC National Certificate/Diploma
•    City & Guilds (E-Quals ICT Systems Support 7262) IT Practitioners Diploma
•    Certified Novell Engineer (CNE)
•    OCR (iPRO) Higher Level award for IT Professionals
•    NVQs for IT Professionals
•    British Computer Society (BCS)
•    HNC/HND
A traditional Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Software Engineering is also accepted by employers.