Transition from MSP to Network Engineering?
Hey everyone,
I’ve been working in an MSP for about 4 years now, currently doing mostly Level 3 work.
Pretty much deal with everything SMB clients throw at us — networking, firewalls, servers, Microsoft 365, security, VoIP, CCTV, Windows/Mac, MDR/XDR, troubleshooting, projects, etc. Basically a bit of everything.
Currently on around 100k AUD, but I’m trying to figure out where to go next career-wise.
I’m interested in moving more towards:
Network Engineering
Cybersecurity
DevOps / Cloud
But honestly not sure what the best move is from an MSP background since you end up becoming a generalist.
For people who made the jump from MSP:
How did you do it?
What should I focus on learning?
Any certs/projects that actually helped?
Which path would you recommend long term?
Would appreciate any advice from people who’ve been through it.
Thanks!
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