Follow a step-by-step roadmap to developing essential competencies in network architecture design, relationship management, systems, and services, coupled with certification guidance and expert tips

Key Features

• Grasp the big picture of information technology infrastructure to become a successful network architect
• Overcome challenges to improve network performance and configuration management
• Advance your career by improving your skills using real-life examples and practical advice from an industry expert
• Purchase of the print or Kindle book includes a free PDF eBook

Book Description

Becoming a network architect is challenging—it demands hands-on engineering skills, collaboration with internal teams and C-Suite stakeholders, as well as adeptly managing external entities like vendors and service providers. The author taps into his extensive background in IT and security to help you gain a detailed understanding of the network architect’s role and guide you in evolving into an effective network architect within an organization, fostering seamless communication with leadership teams and other stakeholders.

Starting with a clear definition of the network architect’s role, this book lays out a roadmap and discusses the attributes and mindset for success. You’ll explore network architect design, physical infrastructure routing and switching, and network services such as DNS, MLAG, and service insertion. You’ll also gain insights into the necessary skills and typical daily challenges faced by network architects. And to thoroughly prepare you to advance in your career, this handbook covers certifications and associated training for maintaining relevance in an organization, along with common interview questions for a network architect’s position.

By the end of this book, you’ll be armed with essential concepts, techniques, and newfound skills to pursue a career as a network architect. Read More>