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Anyone Work in the Public Sector?
I'm not happy with where I'm at. I'm a Desktop Support Tech and I make about 33k a year. The benefits are great but I really could use the money to buy my own place. I'm required to live in town and be on call 24/7 and since its for a municipality that means calls about officers not being able to work detectives and those…
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2018 GOALS:Junior Network Admin to Junior Network Engineer?
Hi Guys, Id just like to share my 2018 networking career goals and would like to ask for advice on how to move from a network support admin to network engineer. 2018 Goals: CCNA Recap (just finished ICND1 CCENT recap) CCNA Security CCNP Route exam CCNP Switch exam Advice needed: I am currently in a network support admin…
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Thoughts on this B.S degree?
Good evening everyone Some background: I'm interested in Networking/Security/Systems/Info Management I'm trying to get my foot in the door wih an entry level IT job and work on my degree as well. I would also like to achieve certs eventually, especially interested in cisco CCENT/CCNA but maybe a comptia Cert to get…
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Thoughts on a job with 24/7 shifts?
I have an interview lined up for same sorta role im in now with a few differences: - 24/7 shift pattern. 12 hour shifts, 3 of which will be night shifts every 3 weeks. Currently in working mon-fri 9-5 - salary will be 150% uplift. - daily commute will be 15 miles round trip compared to current 50miles. The salary increase…
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Getting new clients as a consultant
I currently work for a consulting company that has a pretty extensive client list. The company offers really nice incentives if I originate/bring in a client. While I do have a sales/marketing guy doing some work, I am wondering if any of you have been in this situation and have had success bringing in clients. I've done…
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Switch from engineering to security - Security+, MTA security fundamentals ,.. ? Lost
Hi all, I am a software engineer with 2 years of experience, and I'm interested in Security. Actually, I have an opportunity to take a Msc Degree in Cyber security (part time) - but as it's quiet expensive I want to be sure that I want to pursue a career in security (the degree ends with an internship, which means that I…
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Network Engineer- Mostly Switching/VPNs
So i recently accepted my first jr network engineer position , but the job seems to mostly entail dealing with Switches/Firewall VPNs and not much routing if any at all.. I wanted to know if im hurting myself career wise by not getting hands routing experience at this job. Im still studying for networking certs , but i…
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Security Job Fair San Antonio, TX, Jan 23
For those interested in moving to Lone Star State: https://cybersecjobs.com/job-fair/fair/65 Remember, Austin is full. But San Antonio has lots of room. Here's more for other parts of the country: https://cybersecjobs.com/?page=job_fair_list
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What were some red flags you saw during interviews?
My last job was a complete nightmare and i saw the red flags during the interview but choose to ignore them because the job was good experience. The manager seemed a bit awkward, didn't have a copy of my resume, took a long time to ask the first questions, etc. When I asked him, "What's the company culture like?" he…
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Wanting to become an IT manager
Hi, I am currently a service desk supervisor at a large company. I have been in my position for around 2 years. I have recently decided that I would like to be an IT manager. I have around 7 years of IT experience in total, with 3 of those being in supervisor positions. However, I do not have any certs or a degree. In your…
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Resume Review
Hello All, Wondering if any of you savvy individuals wouldn't mind looking over my resume and share your thoughts? Attachment not found. I'll show my appreciation with good wishes to you!
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Got Let Go Today
Well I got let go. Atleast I got my limited infosec experience. They let me hand over all the info that I had to the consultant. Hopefully I'll find something next week.
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Difference between being a network engineer for an ISP vs IT service provider
Hi, I'm not sure if this is a stupid question (i guess i'll find out soon). I've recently been offered a job as a junior network engineer at an ISP so a lot of the key focus is on protocols such as BGP. Just wondering what the difference may be skill set wise with being a network engineer at an ISP versus being one at an…
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What if after all certs you don't
Find a job? Has anyone been in this situation ever? You work hard get your certs but not end up finding a job WHERE you live? Yes yes I know you need exp and certs both but seriously it's a catch 22 and we all know that this industry is notorious for new comers. Oh - don't consider this post to be a neg. Just a thought I…
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Help me decide on a job offer?
Was pretty much dead set for a while, but after ghosting a recruiter all day and thinking about the money and all that travel time... Find myself doubting myself if I made the right choice? Help me out guys please? :) Sorry for the wall of text below. Putting a tl;dr right away to make up for it! TL;DR: Accepted offer from…
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Noob internship question
I currently work full time in a noc on 3rd shift. I started studying for some certs and enrolled in WGU this year. I saw a few postings by Lockheed Martin for part time cyber security interns for next summer. Are internships in general only looking for non experienced college students? Do you think it would be worthwhile…
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msc information assurance and security online?
Can anyone recommend an online Msc ? Can be US or UK based? That doesnt cost a fortune Thanks
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Offered 12 month contract
I'm currently in a permanent position working with all Windows servers. I was just offered a 12 month contract working mostly with Linux and a new firewall rollout. The contract sounds like it has a great chance to turn to full time, but of course no promises can be made. Also, the shift will be 4pm-midnight, which I know…
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Dishonest to add Extracurricular title to Resume?
Just looking for thoughts/contributions. Currently Help Desk/Network Support at a local for-profit college. Recently took it upon myself (after speaking with corporate) to take over their instagram. (It was dormant) Even though I'm not technically or not hired on as SMM; Would it be wrong to have that as my 2nd title on my…
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Medical IT / Medical Coding good mix for IT skills?
I been thinking about for years... adding sometime of medical certification with my IT degree certs. At one extreme there is the option of going to Nursing school for two years and becoming a Registered Nurse in addition to my IT skills. I knew a director of the IT department at a hospital who was first a nurse and then…
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LOTS of Security jobs here
https://careers-appliedmemeticsllc.icims.com/jobs/search?ss=1 They seem to get good praise from Glassdoor Benefits are located here -> Careers - AM Good luck! Very Nice, Hi5!
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To switch career fields or not? (Federal Service)
Hello all, I currently am in a IT Specialist (INFOSEC) position, working as a IA employee. I have 1.5 years of federal service, not counting 4 as military prior to this as well as 4 years as a contractor in-between the two. I'm currently a GS 13. I have an opportunity to make a lateral move and switch competencies into a…
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Career Advice - UK Based
Hi guys new to the forums – been watching from a far for a while now and picked up some really helpful advice but thought I would step in and ask something directly about me, apologies I know these posts must come up a lot. Been working in the ‘IT’ industry for about 5 years started in very basic more labour type roles but…
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WGU BS: IT Security Completed
As of today, I've officially graduated with my Bachelor's in IT Security from WGU. My course breakdown is below. Project Management Linux Foundations I Linux Foundations II Principles of Management Organizational Behavior and Leadership Designing Customized Security Data Management - Applications Technical Communication IT…
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Masters in Legal Studies is complete!
Just submitted my final for Business Organizations and am officially done with my Masters. Been a long road, but happy to complete it and will definitely be looking to get a Doctorate. Might be awhile as I have to figure out what to get my Doctorate in and it may require another Masters depending on the program. Hoping my…
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Am I really not qualified for a Comcast Comtech 1?
I figured didn't get the job with Comcast as a Comtech 1 when I went in for interview over summer and never heard back from them. The Comtech 1 is basically just going to houses and running wires in house and setting up cable/ internet service for clients in the house. In interview they said they would train you for 13…
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CCNA R&S / CCNA Cyber ops
Whatzz up yo all: So as you know its been a while since I last posted. Got off all the forums and started working toward some certs. I got security+ and now will be working on CCNA. Looking into CCNA notice Cisco has a new cert call Cyber ops. This certs align more with my end goal than R&S cert. My goal is to be a cyber…
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IT degree or not? Already have a BA degree
I just wanted to ask a general question.... Now currently I already have a BA in Biblical studies degree.... but I feel that its not going to help me get anywhere in IT. I am thinking of going to WGU next year for a BA in Network Operations and Security. I am still going to get certs... but I have heard that a degree…
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After a long search, today finally landed a new IT Security job
and signed on the dotted line, so happy about it. :) Thanks to this forum and everyone's posts/contribution to keep me going!
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AWS - Learn / Cert / Get Experience How?
I'm looking to start learning cloud based technologies. Seems to be where everything is going. I am a sys admin in a healthcare environment, so we are slow to adopt new things :) especially moving data outside of our walls. I still want to start learning AWS / cloud related tech, and some how get experience along the way.…
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BS is complete!
I feel it is necessary to come back here (where it all started for me) and let those who helped me along the way know my Bachelors is about 9 days from being complete. My work is done, just have to sit back and watch the clock tick down! Its a little preemptive, but my academic adviser just notified me a few minutes ago…
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Does system administration have a good future?
I was wondering if system administration is going to have a good future(as well as system engineering), since that is the route I would like to take? There are way more jobs in NY for system administration and engineering then network administration and engineering. With the cloud and all will responsibilities of the cloud…
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Completed WGU MS CIA
Submitted my graduation application today. I started the program 1/1/2017. I took 2 months off this summer. I work full time and found the 2 term pace to be manageable by studying from 9-midnight every day. Overall I really liked the program. Starting out I was intimidated by all the stories about the capstone and VLT2.…
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How to get into security
Hello, I'm 25 years old, recent graduate with a Bachelors in IT. I want to get into security and am working on getting security plus. I failed the first time but am going to study more and try again. But aside from certs, what's a way that I can get my foot in the door in information security? I will do whatever it takes…
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WGU Sys Admin and Cloud vs Network and Security
So I regularly listen to the Packet Pushers and Security Now podcast and something I've been hearing a lot a lot lately is Cisco's rolling out of SDN protocols, automation and intelligent networks. Here is the new program: https://www.wgu.edu/online-it-degrees/systems-cloud-administration-bachelors-program Here is the…
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Pressure Cooker
After a couple of years in the barrel, I’ve come to the conclusion that the place where I work is meets the criteria to be considered one. It does vary from department to department, but overall the stress level is very high. I seem to be given more and more everyday. I enjoy a large portion of the work, but not the…
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Having trouble getting first IT job
Hey everyone, a little over 4 months ago I finished a 9 month computer science/IT course at a local tech college. The class is supposed to prepare you for the A+, CCENT/CCNA, and Security+. I got my A+ roughly half way through and my Security+ towards the end. Before I started this class I knew close to nothing about…
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Capitol Technology University - D.Sc Cybersecurity
Hey all, Got accepted to the D.Sc Cybersecurity program with Capitol Technology University. I begin January 2018.
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NET+ and CCNA with no experience or Degree
Hello IT world... my situation: I'm currently Active Duty in the USAF (secret clearance), I'm set on separating from the Air Force in July 2018 and by that time ill have my Net+ (working on it now), and possibly CCNA. (I'll work on CCNA as soon as Net+ is done.) I'm not sure if I can get my CCNA in time before I get out…
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Offered permanent position, but have to leave temp contract
Hi, I've just been offered a permanent position that I'm really excited about and believe I'll learn a lot there. The problem is, they want me to start in 2 weeks. I'm currently in the middle of a 2 month contract position, assisting with a project with a strict deadline(21st December). I am a bit hesitant about telling my…
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WGU for Canadians
Hi all, I went to a local college for an information technology degree about 6 years ago. The school was a for profit and I made a terrible choice going there. I'm currently employeed full time and cannot leave for school because of bills. I know WGU is for the US only but i have seen people say they do sometimes select…
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what can I add to my resume to help advance my career?
Hello, I'm 25 years old, recent graduate with a Bachelors in IT. I want to add stuff to my resume that employers will like. Eventually I want to get into security, but for now I want anything that will help me advance it on my resume. Oh yeah, and I wanna know things other than certs because thats one thing. Thanks guys!
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Need Help Deciphering Banking Titles
SO I am looking around on financial career sites and there seems to be a wide range of job levels for example, analyst, associate, VP, SVP, manager, senior manager, Director Senior Director.....some positions seem to have no management functions like this one, but the title is director…
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Stanford (SCPD) - Certificate of Advanced Computer Security - Overview
I was accepted to take the Certificate of Advanced Computer Security at Stanford's Center for Professional Development early this month. This thread is designed to give an overview/review of the process from start to finish. Application Process The application process was straight-forward. I created my account on May 8th,…
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MBA online - AACSB accredited
Im not sure if anybody here has look into it. So far, Im getting paid good but I would want more. I dont think I will be as energetic as I am when I am 40s or 50s. I dont think i can study and retain as much as I can in the future. So, Im planning a way to get MBA now. My work will only pay 7.5k a yr. Some requirements:*…
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Anyone know anything about Guidepoint?
Specifically looking for anyone with experience as an Analyst?
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Computer Networks & Security degree.
Hi, I am thinking, well Im 90% sure I want to study for a degree in Computer Networks and security. I do not have a degree or much higher eductaion. I got into IT 13 years ago when I managed to get an IT repair apprenticeship repairing laptops. I dont have the formal qualifications, I hated school, I was a bit of a…
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Bait-and-switch final interview
About a month ago, I applied for a role called 'Manager of Business Process'. I made fist-round interview and written test. So, I attended final interview. Although I did not expect much I experienced what it seemed to be bait-and-switch tactic. There were 3 interviewers - HR rep, Senior Manager of Business Process (I had…
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Finished MSISA at WGU!
Yesterday, I passed the last subject which is the CAPSTONE for MSISA. I started Oct 2015 and finished March 16. It took a long time since work and LIFE. I had to juggle CCIE-Security written test while studying MSISA. Anyway, I have to stay at my current employer for a year, so that I can pay back the tuition. My next move…
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Quitting job due to many challenges.
Have you ever considered or left a company because of challenging work and heavy loads/multiple projects left and right for you to work on? Do you think its better to suck it up, work hard and try to excel in this type of role or just quit and find something you know you're good at and comes easy to you..
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Infographic Resumes - a new approach to resume writing
What do you think about the Infographic resume format? Its a new approach to express yourself and maybe give you an edge, even though it hasnt picked up a lot I did see some samples online. This is what an Infographic resume is. I'm thinking, next time I'll update my resume I'll do it as an Infographic and try it out when…
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Thoughts on the course list for this "Network Security" Diploma?
Hello fellow TEs users, I wrote a while back about starting a career in IT and could really benefit from learning your thoughts on the program I'm considering. A bit of context: I graduated with a business degree in 2015, shortly after I was hired into a business focused role by my current employer; a company that provides…
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1st Job Advice
Hello everyone, Well, I've graduated with an Associates in IT back in Dec. 2016 and haven't even gotten an interview offer anywhere yet. I chalked this up to not have any working experience in the field and lack of certifications. I just had a baby that year and although I'm studying for Comptia certs the process is slow…
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WGU Bachelor's IT-Security - Starting 04/01/17
It has been awhile since I've taken a college class but looking forward to this challenge. I will be talking to my student mentor Monday to finalize my schedule. I expect to take all of the IT courses plus the leadership course. Wish me luck!
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Confused! Job or Interview?
Hi all, I need some suggestions and help me to make a decision. About me - I am into Desktop\System admin profile for more than four years. I left my last job after 9 months due to the work environment, which also made me contemplate leaving IT. Thankfully I rekindled my love for IT again. Currently I am unemployed from…
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NOC Job Offer
So i'm a month out before im finally out of the military (4 years) and was recently offered a job in the DMV area at a NOC that requires a clearance. The schedules seems pretty crazy but then again im kind used to it already because of the military lol. It would be 12 hours working shifts panama schedule(2 on 2 off, 3 on 2…
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Greek to me (job description translator needed)
I have a passing interest in seeing what jobs are available in my area, since I'm planning on securing another position early to mid 2018. Anyway I ran across a position close to me geographically and that interests me, but some of the requirements were Greek to me. Can anyone translate this for me? 10 years or more of…
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part-time after hours jobs
Anyone know of a site or even how common it might be to find part-time after hours IT jobs? I was thinking about picking something up for the winter months to make a little extra and to work on a few different things besides what I do now. I am not interested in leaving my job yet but know I will be in a year or two. Maybe…
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I'm done with technical support...
Whats up guys, Technical phone support sucks. It just does. Im saying this right now, its the crap hole of a position no matter how good the company might be. Its a underpaid overworked position with empty promises and no real room to move up within the company. I hate this job, im searching and coming up short. Maybe im…
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Network Job offer without Real network Experience
Hi, I got a job offer for a network technician role, the only experience I have is tier one technical support (3 years) and really basic networking experience, only certs I have is A+, Network+ and MS 7, currently busy with Security+. Next certs in line: Server+, CCNA R&S, MCSA Win 10 Can you guys kindly assist me with…
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Question for hirers please
Wondering if theres anyone who wants to voice opinions here? Ive been in IT really since 1997 having held several different roles mainly system admin. Now I looking to change jobs again and one of the things they ask is about school grades ( keep in mind that I left in 1988 at 16 and Im now 45 ) I didn't do great at school…
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Multiple job offers. What do you choose?
Over the past 2 days I received 4 job offers for engineer positions and am currently losing a bit of sleep thinking about it. Salary/benefits and travel time are pretty much equal. Here's a brief description of the 4 positions: 1. Newer software startup that has tripled to almost 500 in the past 18 months. Looking to go…
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Set Your Own Job Title?
Potentially getting a job where I can set my own job title. It's a mix of security and systems engineering. My career focus is on security engineering, but I'd like to transition to penetration testing at some point. I'm thinking maybe "Senior Security Engineer" would be pretty interesting, but I've also juggled the idea…
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Transfer to another School from WGU
I've been considering for some time moving to another "online" school due to frustrations with WGU's setup. I'm looking at PennState's Online Bachelors in Computer Science. Has anyone done this program? And has anyone gone in as a transfer either from WGU or another "online" college?
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Analyst to Manager at different company?
Hey, just curious, have any of you had any success going from Sr. Analyst or Engineer to a Manager position at a different company? I have management experience in the past but am currently a Sr. Security Analyst. Everybody has quit my team, including my manager, except for me. I've applied to the manager position but am…
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Sick of WGU. Withdraw?
Well, I'm 50% through the MSISA and am contemplating withdrawing. I had my reservations about the whole mentor thing but had no idea I would be so annoyed by it. My mentor is a good person, but I just can't deal with the cookie cutter same BS lines every week. "You are great, you are making great progress, hoorah". What…
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Loans For Studying/Certifications
So I asked on Reddit about this and I wanted to get more input. Anyone here use loans for study materials and/or to pay for certifications? It's tough not having the money at the moment and since jobs require/request certifications, I figure I would take out a loan to cover the expenses for a couple of certification exams…
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Interview Tomorrow!
Got the call earlier in the week to interview for a Detective position within my agency. Currently I'm an Investigator the difference being I am unarmed. I've been with my agency for just about a year now and looking at a January or July Academy. I was in Federal law enforcement sometime ago and I've been preparing for the…
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Can I get my foot in the door with an Associate's?
I will be graduating this semester in a month with my Associate's Degree in Information Technology under their new Cybersecurity program, which has me taking some basic security courses(mostly bookwork, nothing hands-on) instead of the later database administration courses and some electives in the IT field. I made a bit…
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Programming Certificate Online?
Does anyone have suggestions on a programming certificate that is good and not expensive? I am interested in a program that contains C#,python and probably PHP in the server side.. Thanks
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Senior security Engineer at Netflix- position open.
If any of you is interested, some of the requirements are AWS, python 3, knowledge of Linux distros and big data. Senior Security Engineer, Open Connect Doesn't look like a unicorn type job posting but very imteresting combination of skills. Either way, apply away!
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Job Interview/Task
Hello, i got the invitation to an interview for a 2nd Level job. I have to solve the following task and present my solution. The xxx is about to take over the second level support for an aftersales application. The application bundles information for end users at the retailer that they need to carry out their daily work.…
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Information Technology Officer?
I was just browsing LI and noticed a few roles for a Chief Technology Officer. Now, as an Information Security Officer, the leadership would be naturally be a CISO. However, I've never seen an Information Technology Officer position posted. Would anyone know as to why this is? :
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Better MSIA than Regis?
I'm in my third class in Regis' MSIA and I'm concerned because the workload is not what I consider rigorous, at least compared to my previous graduate work. My weekly homework consisted of reading about 100 pages to prepare for Socratic discussion/public humiliation with several papers thrown in throughout the quarter for…
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Help desk?
What is with all the help desk and desktop support jobs asking for a bachelor's degree in cs, etc. and 3 years experience? Are they serious because it makes me wonder who would work at help desk for 3 years with a degree? Anyways some of these applications are pretty long and the cover letter takes some time, is it worth…
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Just received good news.
I finished Master of Science, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance!
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Online MBA at LSUS(Shreveport)
Dear Fellows: I am from Dallas, TX region and considering to start my MBA journey with concentration in Finance, this Fall ’17 or Spring ’18 (Jan.) I need some guidance. I have a full-time demanding job along with a young family. My work also requires me to be on-call 24/7 every other week. I am still passionate about…
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Being a Network Engineer: Better MGMT/leadership opportunities? Big-4 vs Telecom
Hi Guys: I need some career counseling. Being a Network engineer, where do you think are better career opportunities (growth/training/perks/stability)?Big-4 vs Telecom industry vs Retail vs Banking? I am already an established Network engineer with 10+ years of industry experience, 5 of them with an existing telecom giant.…
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Any UK based contractors here?
Note to USA folks: in UK contract is a fixed term hire on wages that can be x4 standard full time salary. Seems like USA contract employment is more like UK temp hire. I've been offered a 6 month contract hire at just over x2 my annual salary. I'm seriously thinking of but don't know much about how to invoice etc. Any good…
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Security baselines
Hey Team, I'm currently working testing CIS baselines for Windows 10 and have come across some difficulty with helping other departments understand why it's needed. How do you approach other's that have difficulty understanding things from the security perspective? I'm new to the security field, it's provided some…
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Negotiating contract role to FTE?
I've never worked a contract role, so I'm not really sure how this goes; however, I know that it seems to be very common now a'days. I'm curious if contract roles can be (typically) negotiated to FTE direct hire roles for the right candidate. A recruiter reached out to me to work for a F100 company in an area I've been…
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WGU MSCIA - Waiving credit for certs
Greetings all, How many certs does WGU recognize for this program? Try to cut down on the time it takes to finish this program. Thanks in advance! - Kevin
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My Action Plan - Need some advice and insight from experienced Infosec professionals
Good morning guys and gals! I'm so glad I found techexam community, you guys are awesome.I'm looking to make a career transition to infosec but could use some help and guidance. I have 15+ years of experience in IT (server admin, networking, helpdesk, trouble shooting, systems analyst) and 8 years experience in…
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"Part-time" IT positions?
Hey all, First, I want to thank everyone here at this site. It's been a tremendous help on preparing for certs (and I've passed everyone of them with the exception of one, which I did not use this site for). I was wondering if anyone does high paying "part-time" IT positions and what are they and how to achieve them? For…
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It's illegal to ask salary history in New York City
For those in New York City in case you missed it, it is now illegal for a company or recruiters to ask you for your salary history. They can ask what your desired salary is, but cannot ask you how much you were making at your previous employer. New law went into effect October 31st.…
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Job Opening - Sr Network Engineer (California)
Hey guys, my company is looking for a Sr Network Engineer. This will be located inside Edwards Air force base. You will be working on NASA's network. Message me if you guys are interested. I can drop your resume directly to the hiring manager. Goodluck!…
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Boss Fired
I have been working on an IT security team at a particular company for about one year and it hasn't gone very well. During the last year our boss made a lot of mistakes ... he didn’t understand effort required to complete projects and underestimated timelines, we missed numerous deadlines over the last year and have yet to…
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How to get ahead of the game?
Hey guys, I'm a 16 year old and I am very set on the IT career path. I'm still not set whether I wanna go into a SysAdmin type job or into InfoSec but most IT jobs seem great. My school offers A+ and Network+ Cert classes and possibly Linux+/Security+ but im not too sure on either. I would love to get as many…
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Onward and Upward...
So I've been doing infosec for the last few years and I've come to a cross roads. I've been promoted recently and have a great relationship with my current employer. There just doesn't appear to be a technical growth path from here. I want to move up while I'm in my prime ;) . The only caveat is that I can't relocate due…
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Career Change
I am currently working as a biologist. I wanted to go to dental school but that didn't work out. I don't really like working as a biologist since I never really planned on working in a lab. IT interests me, I would like to get into networking. I was wondering if I can have a decent career in IT with a degree in Biology? I…
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Job market dead in my state (maybe better in Philly)
I know 10+ people with varying levels of experience including degrees, certifications and experience that cannot find a job. How widespread is this?? I even stopped applying but I am still pushing on with a degree from WGU.
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Did I just get Scammed?
So I've been looking for a way to break into the IT field and was interested when a co worker at work told me about a class he was taking to help get certify as an Oracle DBA (OCA). When I first met the instructor I didn't ask much question because I trusted the co worker's words. I also didn't do my due diligence when I…
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Juniorisation - if thats a thing?
Recently my company has gone through a number of layoffs involving the more senior staff and more responsible given to the 2nd line teams aka the cheaper ones. Some examples are 2nd line teams taking on change requests and escalation whereas previously these were done by 3rd line teams. A new development is that we've been…
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I didn't listen to anyone's advice: Starting WGU B.S. CIA June 1st.
A couple weeks ago I asked for advice for my next education or certification move. I mentioned that I already have a B.S, but it is unrelated to IT. I have been doing a lot of thinking about what direction I want my career to go and I kept circling back to infosec. The nice thing about having a B.S already is that I do not…
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Career Transition Resume Review
Good morning guys and gals! I'm looking to make a career transition and I think that a resume re work is in order. That being the case, I've attached this: Attachment not found. Please give me your thoughts. I appreciate the insight and advice that I've gotten from this community over the years!
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Thinking about changing majors to Info Assurance from IT - Security at WGU
Hey all, I originally chose the BSIT - Security path with WGU due to the fact that I thought having a CCNA would help me get an entry level job. However one of the things I've been noticing in the job market especially after my interview earlier this week is companies are slowly moving into security more to fill the gap.…
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Technology Department of a bank
Hi all, I'm due to sit with a chief of technology at a savings bank, as he's interested in running through my C.V. with me. I've over 5 years experience with PCI DSS and people management. Recently passed the CISSP and have SSCP, Security+, and PCIP. I'm wondering about what would be the day to day role of someone working…
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Post Interview advice needed
Hey guys, I did a interview at a company but after waiting 1 week when I messaged the manager he told me that *I interviewed well,however I am beyond his budget* Any ideas on what to do next? The above is the exact word for word convo that we had, thats is all he told me.
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Have you ever failed a technical interview?
I've been to a few interviews lately and have failed to answer some technical questions. I'm too embarrassed to reveal the questions as they now seem easy. This makes me wonder if I should stay in IT or if I was ever even in the field technically. My work history mainly consist of helpdesk/service desk jobs in a call…
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Management Role
Hi Guys, I haven't been here for awhile. But, i'm back!!!. I have over 10 years experience in IT. Just recently got my MBA. And, i really want to transition into management role. Management folks here, how do one break into it?. Thanks, James