Well, IMO, learn new skill set and than start again lor...
Get to know ppl, Relationship will hasten the employment status...nowadays, there are too many qualify personnel..
If you are in Networking, with CCNA, CCNP or Network Certify Cert or Security Product Certify, do drop me a PM, may have openings to introduce to you..Project Manger (Infra) also welcome.
PS, No Guarantee, but can explore