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Pathway Into Network and Systems Admin Skills
Networks and systems keep every organisation running, and the people who set them up, secure them and keep them online are always in demand. These short courses build the practical networking and systems administration skills employers rely on, from the fundamentals through to security and DevOps.
The IT Infrastructure Skills Landscape
Networking and systems administration skills help keep organisations connected, supported and secure. From setting up networks and managing systems to troubleshooting technical issues and supporting IT infrastructure, these skills are important across businesses, schools, government, healthcare and technology environments.
There are 77,900 ICT Support Technicians employed in Australia, supporting computer infrastructure, web technology, software, hardware and technical problem-solving.
Computer Network Professionals research, implement, manage and troubleshoot network hardware, software and infrastructure, with 48,600 people employed in Australia.
Database and Systems Administrators, and ICT Security Specialists have median full-time earnings of $2,461 per week, highlighting the value of systems, database, security and infrastructure capability.
FAQs - Networking and Systems Admin Short Courses
Common questions about the networking and systems administration short courses.
Upskilled offers courses across networking, systems administration support, advanced networking, introductory networking and DevOps. These options are designed to help students build skills for IT infrastructure, network support and systems-focused roles.
Yes, Upskilled’s listed networking and systems administration courses include online and self-paced study options. For example, the Short Course in Networking is listed as 100% online and self-paced.
Some options are suitable for beginners. Upskilled describes the Short Course in Networking as a starter course for people interested in IT networking, including job seekers, career changers, and those seeking further study.
If you are new to networking, start with the Short Course in Networking or CompTIA Network+. CompTIA Linux+ suits those moving into systems administration, Network Defense Essentials adds network security, and the DevOps Specialist bootcamp is for those moving towards operations and automation.
Depending on the course, students can build skills in network configuration, troubleshooting, network security, virtualisation, server management, hardware installation, systems support and IT infrastructure management.
Yes. Networking and systems administration training can support entry-level IT pathways or help current workers strengthen technical skills. Upskilled notes that its networking short course may support introductory opportunities in network administration, network support or network security.
Career pathways may include IT support technician, computer technician, network support officer, network administrator, systems administrator, systems support officer or infrastructure support roles, depending on the course completed and your experience.
Networking focuses on how computers, devices and systems connect and communicate. Systems administration focuses more on managing, supporting and maintaining operating systems, servers, users, software and IT environments.
Not always. Some courses are designed to introduce key concepts, while others may be more suitable for students with existing IT knowledge. Students should check each individual course page to understand the recommended skill level.
Yes. CompTIA Network+ and Linux+ are globally recognised, vendor-neutral certifications widely valued by employers for networking and systems administration roles.
CompTIA Network+ builds broad networking skills across design, configuration and troubleshooting. Network Defense Essentials (N|DE) focuses specifically on the security side, protecting networks and IT infrastructure from threats.