Network field engineer vs desktop engineer

Differences between network field engineer and desktop engineer duties and responsibilities

Network field engineer example responsibilities.

• Help to manage the network and broadband Internet connectivity.
• Manage multiple SCO UNIX servers, including application hosting, and support.
• Manage project to maximize available bandwidth and throughput by implementing QOS technologies including compression, traffic shaping and priority/custom queuing.
• Rack, mount, cable and deploy initial configuration of new routers, switches, modems, and wireless access points.
• Travel nationally to install, maintain, and repair wireless networking infrastructure, including routers, switches, and access points.
• Provide full desktop support, LAN support and remote support.
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Desktop engineer example responsibilities.

• Assign and manage extensions, voicemail accounts using AVAYA phone system.
• Partner with Microsoft, Symantec and other vendors to manage applications on all corporate desktops.
• Work on installing, configuring and managing multiple LAN/WAN network technologies (Cisco switches, routers and firewalls).
• Manage software deployments using SCCM and oversee monitoring of complex applications.
• Install and troubleshoot LAN connectivity email configurations on end-user workstations.
• Advance knowledge of LAN's including administration, security and physical cabling.
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