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Network Engineer assessment

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A CLEARER VIEW OF THEIR SKILLS

More than one score.

72%
Logical Reasoning82%
Problem Solving74%
Linux68%
IT Support and Networking64%

Compare strengths. Explore the detail. Ask better questions.

Illustrative results · Fictional candidate

WHAT THE ASSESSMENT EXPLORES

A clearer view of IT skills.

The Network Engineer template combines Logical Reasoning, Problem Solving, Linux, IT Support and Networking. Review the selection against the work your vacancy involves.

4tests48minutes48questions in total

01 · 10 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

Logical Reasoning

Shows how candidates reason through unfamiliar problems without prior knowledge.

  • Recognising relationships
  • Evaluating information
  • Drawing conclusions

02 · 8 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

Problem Solving

Shows how candidates break down a workplace problem and choose between options.

  • Understanding problems
  • Considering solutions
  • Choosing a response

03 · 15 QUESTIONS · 10 MINUTES

Linux

Checks the command line and system knowledge needed to run Linux servers.

  • Commands & files
  • System administration
  • Permissions & processes

04 · 15 QUESTIONS · 18 MINUTES

IT Support and Networking

Checks how candidates troubleshoot, support users and work with IP addresses, DNS and networks.

  • Troubleshooting, hardware and support
  • Networking fundamentals
  • IP addressing and subnetting

A COMPLETE SKILLS PICTURE

One assessment. Different strengths.

Explore technical knowledge, troubleshooting and reliable systems.

You receive a result for each included test: Logical Reasoning, Problem Solving, Linux, IT Support and Networking. Compare the relevant areas separately and use a follow-up task based on reviewing a service change before a planned release.

Keep the recommended selection or adjust it before inviting candidates.

A MULTILINGUAL TEST SUITE

English, plus 13 languages.

Assess candidates in the language they work in.

  • English
  • Chinese (simplified)
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Thai
  • Vietnamese
  • Indonesian
  • French
  • German
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Arabic

Languages across our wider suite. Availability varies by test and level; check each test when preparing your assessment.

TRY AN EXAMPLE QUESTION

Try an example question.

Try the question yourself before reading the answer. It is an IT Support and Networking example drawn from reviewing a service change before a planned release, part of a Network Engineer's week.

Network Engineer: reviewing a service change before a planned releaseWorkplace example

A new branch office is allocated the address block 192.168.10.0/26 for its wired desktops. The office manager asks how many desktops can be given an address before the block runs out.

How many usable host addresses does the block provide?

An example of the question format, separate from a candidate assessment.

A PRACTICAL GUIDE

Using the Network Engineer assessment.

What does the full assessment tell you?

This template combines multiple-choice questions in Logical Reasoning, Linux, IT Support and Networking; workplace situations in Problem Solving. It brings together evidence about technical knowledge, troubleshooting and reliable systems, giving you areas to explore when reviewing a service change before a planned release.

How can you use the results?

Review each result against your vacancy’s responsibilities. Use a short task based on reviewing a service change before a planned release to explore practical application. Ask how they would diagnose the issue, verify a proposed fix and recover if it failed.

Which results matter for your vacancy?

  • Logical ReasoningAsk them to explain the relationships and assumptions behind a conclusion.
  • Problem SolvingAsk them to break down a problem, compare options and explain their next step.
  • LinuxDiscuss permissions, processes and the checks they would use to diagnose a service issue.
  • IT Support and NetworkingUse a short IT Support and Networking work sample to explore how they apply troubleshooting, hardware and support and networking fundamentals.

SEE THE RESULTS FOR YOURSELF

See the person behind the score.

Explore a complete sample report, from test results and candidate comparisons to focused interview questions.

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Skills breakdownCandidate comparisonInterview prompts

BEFORE YOU START

Your questions, answered.

Can I tailor this assessment to my Network Engineer vacancy?

Yes. Start with Logical Reasoning, Problem Solving, Linux, IT Support and Networking, then keep the tests that match your responsibilities. For example, use Logical Reasoning to explore recognising relationships. You can add or remove tests before inviting candidates.

Does this assess practical Network Engineer work?

Candidates answer multiple-choice questions in Logical Reasoning, Linux, IT Support and Networking; workplace situations in Problem Solving online. They do not complete your day-to-day work inside your own systems. Add a short work sample based on reviewing a service change before a planned release to explore application alongside the test results.

Why is Logical Reasoning included?

Shows how candidates reason through unfamiliar problems without prior knowledge. Ask them to explain the relationships and assumptions behind a conclusion. Review whether this area reflects the responsibilities of your vacancy before retaining it.

How long does this Network Engineer assessment take?

The recommended selection contains 4 tests and allows 48 minutes across its timed tests. Adding or removing tests, or adjusting time allowances, can change the total.

Will I see a separate result for each test?

Yes. Review Logical Reasoning, Problem Solving, Linux, IT Support and Networking separately so a strength in one area does not hide a gap in another. Use the detail to focus interviews and relevant work samples. View the sample report.

Can I try this assessment with real candidates for free?

After signup, your Network Engineer selection is prepared for review. Adjust it, invite candidates and see your first 5 candidate results free. No credit card is required. See pricing for further results.

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