Live the Dream - Become a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MSCE)

To become a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MSCE) is one of the most important certification categories authorized by Microsoft, still regarded as the World's leading software company. Computer experts who complete the MCSE course acquire all the necessary skills and knowledge that will enable them to design and develop a business infrastructure based around both the Windows 2000 and Windows Server systems. Holders of a MCSE certificate virtually guarantee themselves a promising future in one of the most lucrative branches of the industry, that of software networking.

In good times and bad, the network still needs to be managed

Even in the difficult times that we are going through, anyone who has studied ever computer systems should find it easier to make a niche for them in the work force. For many, they have developed their interest through pursuing hobbies. As anyone will ever tell you, if you are lucky to find a job or a vocation based around something that you enjoy doing in your free time, then you are more than half way there. Anyone who understands computer software and looks to a sound future should consider taking the necessary steps towards gaining a valued Microsoft IT certificate.

MCSE jobs entail varied responsibilities. These can include the planning, design and implementation of intricate server solutions on the Microsoft Windows platform as well as planning and designing in-house software architecture for medium sized to large sized companies. These companies can be active in the public and private sectors.

The various job descriptions that come under the umbrella of being a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer run as follows:

• Systems Engineer - Systems Engineers work with larger organizations and would be called up to design and develop complex artificial systems.
• Network Engineer - The common base of any communication interface is its network. An MCSE Network Engineer would be called upon to plan and develop Local Area Networks as well as IP addresses for their organization.
• Systems Analyst - An MCSE who had found their niche as a Systems Analyst would be required to research, plan and recommend software to any organization, either as consultant or an employee of the company. Systems analysts are generally more experienced having worked for a few years as an engineer beforehand.
• Network Analyst - An MCSE who had found their niche as a Network Analyst would be required to build and implement networks across an entire organization, either private of publicly owned. They could be employed, either as consultant or an employee of the company. Network analysts are generally more experienced having worked for a few years as an engineer beforehand.

Any MCSE job provides an opening for a step up the ladder. An MCSE certificate provides endless openings and opportunities and should be able to guarantee a very financially rewarding and intellectually challenging career in the most dynamic setting.

By: Scott Elliott