Network Admin Journey offers a small set of clearly defined network services for small and mid-sized businesses and for people building a career in networking. Every service has a fixed scope, a published starting price and written deliverables you keep, and every engagement follows the same lab-first, document-everything approach we teach in our free guides.
Who our services are for
Our services are designed for people and organizations who need practical, trustworthy networking help without the overhead of a large IT contract:
- Small and mid-sized businesses such as offices, clinics, studios, shops and nonprofits that rely on their network every day but do not have a dedicated network engineer.
- IT generalists and system administrators who look after the network alongside everything else and want an expert review, a structured improvement plan or proper documentation.
- Aspiring network engineers preparing for the CCNA or moving into networking from help desk or administration roles.
- Home lab builders who want a lab that supports their learning goals without wasting money on the wrong equipment.
All services are delivered remotely by default. On-site work is available only where a service says so and only by separate written agreement.
How engagements work
Each service follows four simple steps, so you always know what happens next:
- Order and intake. Choose a service and complete checkout. We then email you a short intake questionnaire about your network, your goals or your current skills.
- Discovery and plan. We review your answers, hold a kickoff call and gather the information we need. Before any change is made, we confirm scope, timeline and deliverables with you in writing.
- Delivery. We carry out the agreed work carefully and methodically, using secure screen sharing, temporary least-privilege access and live sessions where appropriate. You are kept informed throughout.
- Handover and follow-up. You receive your report, diagrams, configuration notes or study materials, followed by a walkthrough call and a defined follow-up period for questions.
Not sure where to begin? For most businesses the Network Health Assessment is the best first step, because it shows exactly what needs attention and in what order.
What is always included
Regardless of which service you choose, every engagement includes:
- A clear, written scope agreed before work begins, so there are no surprises.
- A kickoff call and a walkthrough call to align on goals and to explain results in plain language.
- Written deliverables you own, provided in standard, editable formats.
- Security by default: minimal access, no passwords sent over plain email, and a reminder to rotate shared credentials when we finish.
- Vendor-neutral advice. We do not resell hardware, so our recommendations are based only on your needs.
- A follow-up period after delivery for clarifying questions, as described on each service page.
Compare our services
The table below summarizes each service. Select a service name for full details, including deliverables, requirements and what is not included.
| Service | Best for | Duration | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Network Health Assessment | Businesses that want an expert review and a prioritized action plan | 5–7 business days | $490 |
| Small Business Network Setup | New offices, moves or full rebuilds of small business networks | 2–3 weeks | $1,250 |
| Firewall & Security Hardening | Reducing risk on an existing firewall and network edge | 1–2 weeks | $690 |
| Network Documentation & Diagram Package | Undocumented networks and teams preparing for handover or audits | 1–2 weeks | $350 |
| 1:1 CCNA Mentorship Program (8 Weeks) | Learners preparing for the CCNA with structure and accountability | 8 weeks | $399 |
| Home Lab Blueprint & Build Consultation | Learners planning a practical, budget-aware home lab | 3–5 business days | $149 |
Prices are in US dollars and cover the standard scope described on each service page. If your environment is larger or more complex, we will explain why and agree any change in writing before additional work starts. See our terms and conditions and refund policy for details.
Get started
Browse the services below and choose the one that fits your situation, or read our frequently asked questions first. If you would like to talk it through before ordering, we are happy to help you pick the right starting point.