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i have completed b.tech in 2023, i have 2 years of experience in it support i am confused where shoud i move either cloud or network

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With a B.Tech (2023) and 2 years of IT support experience, you already have a solid foundation in troubleshooting, hardware, OS basics, and user support. Both Cloud and Network are strong paths — the choice depends on what you enjoy more:

  • Network — if you like routing, switching, protocols (OSPF, BGP), and building/optimizing connectivity. It's a natural extension of IT support.
  • Cloud — if you prefer virtualization, scalability, and managing infrastructure on AWS/Azure. Cloud builds on networking but shifts focus to platforms.

Given your IT support background, Network Engineering is the closest and most logical next step — it leverages your existing troubleshooting skills and has a clear certification ladder. Cloud can be added later as a specialization (many network engineers move into cloud networking).

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Your Roadmap: Network Engineer

Roadmap

  1. 1

    Networking Foundation4 months

    CCNA, Juniper JNCIA

  2. 2

    Enterprise Routing, Switching & Troubleshooting8 months

    CCNP ENCOR, CCNP ENARSI, Real Troubleshooting — Routing, Real Troubleshooting — Switching

  3. 3

    Specialization Track12 months

    CCNP Security, Palo Alto, Fortinet FortiGate, CCNP Datacenter, Python for Network Engineers, SD-WAN

Stage 1 (0–4 months) Networking Foundation Complete CCNA and Juniper JNCIA. After this, you can apply for NOC or junior network engineer roles.

Stage 2 (4–12 months) Enterprise Routing, Switching & Troubleshooting CCNP ENCOR, CCNP ENARSI (OSPF, BGP, MPLS), plus real troubleshooting labs. You'll be ready for mid-level network engineer roles.

Stage 3 (12–24 months) Specialization Track Pick one: Network Security (CCNP Security, Palo Alto, Fortinet), Data Center (CCNP Datacenter, F5), Automation (DevNet, Python), or SD-WAN. This leads to senior/architect roles.

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What it pays in India (market ranges, not offers)

  • Junior Network Engineer / NOC: ₹4–7 LPA
  • Network Engineer (2–5 yrs): ₹9–18 LPA
  • Senior / Network Architect: ₹20–35+ LPA

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Next Step

Start with CCNA Training — it's the industry standard and the fastest way to convert your IT support experience into a network role. With 2 years of support behind you, you can realistically complete CCNA in 3–4 months and target your first network role within 6 months.

For free foundational lessons, follow the Network Kings YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nwkings/videos For structured learning, check Network Kings courses at https://ott.nwkings.com/learn — the counselling team can guide you on the right batch.

If you later want to compare Cloud, the AWS Cloud Security roadmap is the closest alternative for someone with your background — but finish the network foundation first; it makes cloud far easier.

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