personally, if you've got the offer, someone thinks you can do it. For my first networking position, I was deemed to be the cisco 'expert' as I had read a Cisco book on TCP/IP, but at that stage I hadn't even seen a router/switch! Look at it from the point of view, that you are going into an existing position and things are *working* at the minute, giving you time to pick up on what you don't know/think you know.
Once you've found your feet on the existing setup, you should be able to use any CCNP experience to take things further. You been working 2 years on the kit, so you know that the concepts tend to be the same, but specifics depending upon the situation will change - this is the bit that needs the knowledge! Also, it's not going to be a challenge if you knew how to do everything!! just my $0.02 Keith -----Original Message----- From: B Rudy [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: 29 May 2003 08:52 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Am I over my head guys? [7:69746] Hey guys, I just got an offer to become a 2nd senior network engineer for this company in Orange Country. Great News i know!! Dilemma: I am a CCNP but have no local Area Nework Experience. Going to be workin with Catalyst 6500 switches. Also i have about 2 yrs working with cisco equipment, however, dont feel i am ready for a senior title and duties. Also working with cisco routers. What do you guys think i should do? 1. Take the job and see how it works out? Maybe mess up their network and look real dumb and unknowledgable on some troubleshooting. risked getting fired? 2. Let the job go, and watch a great opp float away? 3. Keep the existing job i have working with cisco equipment and technology? p.s. This job is a senior position, so meaning senior pay. very positive aspect, and a great company going places. over 4000 employees. Your output is greatly appreciated. Really need some advice. Thanx Message Posted at: http://www.groupstudy.com/form/read.php?f=7&i=69750&t=69746 -------------------------------------------------- FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
