A telecom network engineer is responsible for planning, designing, and monitoring complex networks. The telecom engineer ensures networks continue to run smoothly and safely and that all data is secured. This role will also take part in troubleshooting any security risks or issues with the systems they work on.
To land a job as a telecom engineer, you’ll need a Bachelor's degree. Typically, those with telecom network engineering roles have degrees in computer science, systems administration, or engineering. To stand out, you can also take certain certification courses related to telecom network engineering. Most people who land this role have a couple of years of experience in similar roles.
