If you’re aiming to grow beyond entry-level IT—or planning a future in cybersecurity—CompTIA Network+ is one of the smartest certifications you can earn.
Network+ isn’t just about cables and routers. It’s about understanding the core infrastructure behind every secure, connected system. Whether you’re pursuing a role in support, security, or cloud, networking skills are essential—and Network+ gives you a rock-solid foundation.
For IT newcomers, career changers, and rising cybersecurity professionals, the ROI is real and immediate.
The Bridge Between A+ and Security+
Network+ validates your ability to:
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Troubleshoot wired and wireless connectivity
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Understand routing, switching, and IP addressing
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Support hybrid environments with cloud, virtualization, and automation
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Implement basic network security and segmentation
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Keep systems online, optimized, and secure
These are the baseline skills employers expect from anyone in IT, whether you’re on the help desk, in a SOC, or managing systems.
Built for Real-World Job Readiness
CompTIA Network+ prepares you for hands-on roles like:
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Network Support Specialist
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Infrastructure Technician
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Junior Systems or Network Administrator
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Cybersecurity Analyst (with Security+ stacked)
It’s vendor-neutral, DoD 8570/8140 compliant, and mapped to the NICE 2.0 framework—which means you’re not just certified, you’re aligned with what hiring managers and government agencies are looking for.
Financial ROI: Better Jobs, Better Pay
The average salary for Network+ certified professionals ranges from $65,000 to $85,000, depending on location and role.
More importantly, it helps you:
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Break out of Tier 1 roles and move into infrastructure and security
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Compete for jobs that require a deeper understanding of how networks function
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Prepare for advanced certifications like Security+, CySA+, or CEH
It’s a career accelerator for anyone ready to move from support into systems or cybersecurity.
Why Networking Still Rules in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity doesn’t exist without networks.
To secure the enterprise, professionals must understand:
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How devices communicate
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Where vulnerabilities exist in network traffic
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How to isolate and control malicious activity
Network+ is your foundational skill set for working in SOCs, red teams, or cyber analyst roles. Without it, you’re missing half the picture.
Free Network+ Webinar with Eric Reed
Want to see how Network+ fits into your IT or cybersecurity journey?
Join our FREE live webinar to learn:
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What’s on the latest Network+ exam
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How it connects to A+, Security+, and CEH
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The job roles and salary ranges it supports
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How to study smarter and pass faster
Whether you’re just getting started or prepping for your next move, this session will give you the clarity to succeed.
Conclusion: A Smart Investment in Your Technical Foundation
Network+ is the certification that opens the door to real infrastructure knowledge—and real career growth.
It gives you the skills to support, secure, and scale today’s connected systems—and sets the stage for more advanced roles in networking, cloud, and cybersecurity.
Get trained. Get certified. Build your IT foundation with Network+.
Register now for Eric Reed’s free Network+ webinar and take the next step in your career.