Network Engineer Level 4

Programme Overview

The Level 4 Network Engineer apprenticeship prepares individuals to design, install, maintain and support communication networks within an organisation or between organisations. Network engineers maintain high levels of operation of communication networks to provide maximum performance and availability for users including staff, clients, customers and suppliers. They understand network configuration, cloud, network administration and monitoring tools, and are able to give technical advice and guidance. Apprentices will gain one internationally recognised vendor or professional qualification (such as Cisco CCNA, Network+, or Security+) as part of the programme.

What Your Staff Will Learn

• Design simple networks from a well-defined specification and apply appropriate security products and processes
• Install and configure network components, including switches, routers and firewalls
• Optimise the performance of network systems and services
• Monitor, test and adjust network systems and performance using diagnostic tools and analysers
• Apply diagnostic tools and techniques to identify causes of network performance issues
• Undertake system upgrades to network hardware, software and operating systems
• Understand and apply principles of networking, protocols and associated technologies (OSI, TCP/IP, routing, switching)
• Understand and respond to security threats, firewalls and vulnerabilities

Entry Requirements

• 1
  Employers typically look for A levels, a Level 3 apprenticeship, or other relevant qualifications
• 2
  Relevant experience and/or an aptitude test with a focus on functional maths
• 3
  English and maths at Level 2 required prior to End Point Assessment
• 4
  Be employed for a minimum of 16 hours per week in England
• 5
  Have the right to work in the UK

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