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Revamping the resume
I am sure everyone needs help, hell even I do, but I ran across a few links & wanted to share! 1) Upload your resume & get a score - RezScore (I would probably take out your contact info, then upload, unless you don't care) 2) If you want a pretty resume - Vizualize.me: Visualize your resume in one click. 3) If you are on…
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Interview coming up, SIEM log question
Hey all, I'm going in for a face to face interview soon and the HR person said that some days I could spend 75% of the day looking through AlienVault logs. This is not something I have much experience with, anybody have some tips on how I could quickly ramp up my log reviewing knowledge/skills? Thanks!
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How do people here get contracting gigs?
Hey Everyone, Just out of curiosity how do people here get contracting gigs? I am interested in starting in the world of short-long term contracting once my upcoming gig has been finished. I managed to get my upcoming contract by…. Looking at a job website There was a recruitment agency looking for a resource. Applied for…
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Do you need a degree to be a CCNA telecommunications tech?
I looked through the job descriptions here. It seems that's as hands on as it gets in IT. I am about to get my A+. Afterwards, I am looking at my CCNA. Is telecommunications tech a HANDS on job?
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Changing Careers from Windows to Linux?
I seriously want to change directions in my career. Linux has always stood out as that change, but I have never jumped in and started learning as much as I should. I do have the basic understanding of Linux, but that is about it. I plan to change that. Before asking the questions, let me give a very basic overview of where…
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age related
Hi, i was a government servant for a few years. And later on i shifted careers and now working as a graphic designer. Out of interest i learnt computer hardware. Now i am thinking of obtaining the CCNA. One small concern is that now i am 40+ years of age. Will my age be a problem for the prospective employer to hire me.…
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CompTIA CSA+
Never even heard of this certification until yesterday so its all new to me. https://certification.comptia.org/certifications/cybersecurity-analyst . I'll admit it looks interesting but does anyone else feel like they're just jamming another rung into the CompTIA ladder? Maybe time will tell.
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Eeeeek - Several people in my department just got axed
Ugh..... The mood is depressing, everyone is quiet like someone died. Didn't get much info, but there will be no back fills for their positions. Our Co. lost some revenues in 2016 and I think this might be the reason for this. Have you gone through this, what were you thoughts? The moral is really low, at least that's how…
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What to you cram on before an interview? (Network folks)
Like mentioned what do you fellow networks folks cram on right before an interview? I've found this a difficult realm to tackle because there are so many topics that could be asked on during an interview and it's near impossible to be 100% ready and have everything fresh. I feel like I might overcram on the more…
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Opinions on this it security role, spec attached.
Just looking to get some feedback about the job spec. anyone doing this sort of role at the moment? It has the title of it security manager but i think its more operational...
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Resume tip that has saved me time.
Hey all, maybe you have something similar or something like this has been posted before. But I just got done sending out 3 different resumes to 3 positions in my company and it was super easy for me. I have a simple system to help with this, I have a large document with 8 -10 bullet points for each job I have had and it…
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Just got my CCENT and A+, Job Recommendations, DC , MD , Virginia ?
Hey everyone i recently just got my A+ and CCENT. I'm wondering where should i start looking for a job since im new in the IT industry. I currently live in Maryland and i've heard that Virginia and DC are great places to look. However i don't know exactly what position i should be looking for. Help desk ? since im a Junior…
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Not sure what to do career wise
I've been doing helpdesk/desktop support for about 6 years. I'm sort of the jack of all trades but I'd like to narrow down to networking. I have no certs and no degrees and im 25 years old. I don't want to go to college but if its highly suggested I'll go. At this point I don't want to do helpdesk/desktop support anymore…
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Wells Fargo Enterprise Information Security(EIS) Operational Risk Consultant
Has anyone on the board ever worked for WF. Been offered a remote position as a consultant. Overall seems ok , even has perk of SANs classes. If you have or know any good or horror stories let me know.
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Going from Permanent to Contract
Hey everyone, I have been working in IT for 7 happy years now. In my last role I was paid 75k per year. I found an amazing contracting gig which is full time (8 working hours a day) but for 9/10 months. Just wondering what I should charge them per hour? It’s a Senior Systems Administrator gig. Cheers !
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Concerned about something...... (work related)
I currently accepted a new position, however I am unable to tell me current employer since I don't have the background check and drug test. I am good but I am neurotic and I don't want to be left high and dry. I don't have the acceptance paper yet. Anyway there is a start date of the 8th next month. That's the soft date…
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Comptia - it industry outlook 2017
Not sure if this is the right place to post it, so move it accordingly https://www.comptia.org/resources/it-industry-trends-analysis-2017?utm_source=Informz&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=Communities_IT+Industry+Outlook_ITSS+021417&_zs=bRMNL1&_zl=MnEc3
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Need Help with Job Title Change
Hey guys! My boss informed me that my department's jobs titles will be changed to better suit our current job roles as the company matures. My boss asked me what job titles I believe would fit my position, so he could take that into consideration. As background, I was hired May 2016 and I am the only security specialist on…
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God has done it again! Brand New Job
Brand new Job! Started on the 20th of January 20th at a Hotel. My new position is I.T. Technician. I am starting to change jobs now and the resume and certs are starting to pay off. This Hotel exposes me to a whole new world of different technologies that I think will help even more once I update my resume in a couple of…
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Would you list a 1 month gig on your resume?
When I applied it was posted as a 3 month contract with opportunity to go FT. Working as a Lv 1 Noc analyst on graveyard. There were 3 of us each night waiting for anything to go down. All 3 of us were notified they are closing the shift due to lack of work. I kept working my other job during this month (For $) so I lucked…
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Carnegie Mellon MSIT - Information Security & Assurance: One degree to rule them all?
Some might know from previous postings I am wanting to to do an MSIA and then down the road do my MBA, which would be done at my soon to be alma mater UF. This thread isn't to discuss why I need/don't need or should/shouldn't do both. I have my reasons and if I go that route then that's what I want to do. Rather I want to…
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Im discouraged. Resume Critique? Help finding jobs?
Hey everyone,I have been a real tough time finding jobs. Granted I am employed right now, but i dont quite make enough for a 1 bedroom rent (Southern California). Idk if im not exaggerating my skills enough or i need more? I can use some advice however. Attached is my resume. Can you help with what im doing wrong here? Do…
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Accepting who you are and your abilities
Just wanted to get some feedback on this principal/ideology. As we all know, not all people are created equal. Whether you believe in nature vs nuture, the fact remains we are not all created/designed/born equal. (Whatever your belief) Aptitude, attention span, metabolism etc etc etc With that prefaced, when do you accept…
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Need Some Advice Relocating
Hello everyone, I am in my early 20s and working on my CCNA, no security clearance, planing go to WGU get my degress later, one year experience work as an entry level IT tech in a very small company. Would like to get into the Network field, Once I complete my CCNA, I plan to find a new job somewhere doing entry level net…
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What do you look for when hiring someone?
Just curious what you all look for. I have a few items that I really like, some probably formed by my interaction with people in the past. I find people who strong math backgrounds can adapt to the BI and Data space quickly. For instance, a lot of time they are light on SQL, but have a lot of SAS experience. The syntax is…
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Just an observation from my 10+ year in IT (certification related)
On this forum you see people with multiple certifications, sometimes 20+. Heck even myself I have 10 or so. However, when I am working either as a FTE or contractor I rarely meet people with certifications. Maybe the best of the best come here to post, I am not sure. I remember a while back at work our network architect…
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Just received a job offer
For those who are in the know, I recently made myself available for a new position, had 2 interviews and landed the position. The base pay is ~15% more, this new role has no bonus my current one does, but it still comes out around 15% increase. More vaca days and the ability to stop requirements gathering and focus more on…
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Transition to Developer
Has anyone transitioned from IT, or still in IT to a role, where you now incorporate programming into your job without any prior programming experience such as getting a CS degree, simply learned it on your own and managed to get into a much better role because of it? Anything from "I knew a little bit of Python and was…
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Should I call a company that I interviewed with when they are not contacting me back?
I took a phone interview for a company a few weeks ago, and the interview went okay, but I haven't heard anything back. At the end of the interview they said that they would contact me in a few weeks and bring me in for an in person interview. That was over two weeks ago. I sent them an email on Monday of this week to let…
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Job Posting: Log Archiving and Analysis Specialist
If interested, please apply online, no emails. http://listings.jobs.vt.edu/postings/73660 Position Information Working Title: Log Archiving and Analysis Specialist Faculty Rank: Lecturer Role Title: Professional Faculty Posting Number: AP0170046 About Virginia Tech: Virginia Tech, founded in 1872 as a land-grant…
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Need Assistance and Opinions to Get Back Into IT
I am currently in my early 40's. I am employed but looking to get back into the IT industry, specifically a traditional network admin role. Currently, I am an instrumentation and electronic technician in the oil & gas industry. I have done this for 7 years. For personal reasons I want to get back into IT. To make this…
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33 - Really Need Career Advice
Hi All: I'm 33 years old thinking of entering IT field for good, security to be specific first choice, web development as 2nd choice. I have a bachelor degree in Business from U of P (University of Phoenix), not the greatest school but nevertheless it's a degree. I don't have any IT certification. About five years ago I…
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Utica College MS in Cybersecurity
Hey everyone. I was wondering if anyone here could offer any insight into the online MS in Cybersecurity at Utica College. I've been browsing around after some great suggestions in the other thread I started (Norwich, Syracuse, Northeastern), but I can't find much info here on these forums about Utica College. Looking at…
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Lynda.com free for WGU grads
Just got this email wasn't sure how to log in but you use your WGU email address at the Lynda site. Then it redirects you to the WGU portal where you log in using your WGU username and password. lots of cool courses and they have tablet/phone apps as well. going to use it for CPE credits for my CISSP and CISA
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Consulting
How do you start your own consulting? I know it's a pretty broad question. lol. But could anyone enlighten me? Thanks!
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What is more in demand Network Engineer or Information Security Analyst?
Okay so I been comparing the two on indeed and here's what I got Network Engineer jobs: 134662 jobs on indeed for whole USA (3539 local jobs in Los Angeles) Information Security Analyst jobs: 62607 jobs in the whole USA (1351 local jobs in Los Angeles). My question is bls.gov stats 18% job increase for Information Security…
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Easiest way to get into WGU BSIT?
A friend of mine had been rejected from WGU's BSIT some years back as he had no IT experience and no certs obviously. He's looking to leave his current career and I'm trying to show him how he could in fact get into WGU's BSIT. Now my sister is wanting to leave nursing and get into IT (she started on a BSCS before…
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Does this seem like a good Management Information Systems(bachelors) program?
Does this seem like a good program from the courses that I have to take? I talked to a guy from the school and he said that internships are offered for students who request them, I plan on doing an internship and getting a CCNA cert ASAP.
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Study blogs used on Linkedin / Resume to better sell yourself?
I have my CCNP blog in my signature on my linkedin a couple places, to make sure that if a hiring manager for a good position comes across my profile, he has a link that shows my level of dedication to bettering myself as an IT professional. However, would it be grossly inappropriate to add at least the website name of the…
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working on my skills - resume
It's been a couple of years and I've had the same skills on my resume and I'm trying to move more into InfoSec. The last job was two years doing tier 2 helpdesk stuff but I was the only guy there for the most part so it was mostly break-fix with password resets in AD and reimaging. Now I'm the main person that does IT but…
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WGU MSCSIA application without BS IT or high level certification
Just curious if anyone has had success applying for WGU's MSCSIA program using the third qualifier: I have a BA in Philosophy and my highest level cert is Security+ which is not listed as one of the qualifying certifications. However, I do think my work experience should qualify. I've worked in my current position for 3.5…
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Resume generating events? Do you beleive in this saying?
So I've in a couple of discussions with some trainers and sometimes they would say " always do this or never do this with this tool or that tool" peerfect example is always brought up is Target and how their IT people failed to notify the proper people. So maybe those people got let go. But now every recruiter knows them…
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Best Place For STEM Grads
https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/studies/best-places-stem-grads-2016/ If you're a new grad and looking to relocate, my city is the best in the US
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Mac OS Integration Basics Cert
Hey guys, those who have the MAC OS Integration Basics certification. Do you bother putting it in your resume or not? Just wondering cause I plan on taking this exam soon. Thanks in advance.
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Loving My New Gig!
Last Monday I started my new gig as a Mobile Forensic Investigator and I am loving it thus far! My unit deals in a lot of things and I will be the mobile forensic specialist, but will also be allowed to learn and participate in their activities as well. It is nice to be treated as an adult again (been quite a few years…
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Anyone else notice an increase in 1099 jobs lately?
I've been doing my usual thing of constantly applying at all the local temp agencies that do IT work for jobs, mostly desktop support. And for the most part, getting no results. Some agencies call and apply me to jobs, one Robert Half office loves to try and lowball me on the hourly rate for any job we discuss, but nearly…
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WGU: MSISA or MSCIA??
Yeah, they're removed the Master of Science: Information Security and Assurance, and replaced it with a Master of Science: Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. I'm currently in the MSISA program. I could bust my ass and finish it this term, or I could let it slide until May 1st and switch to the new program. Simple…
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demonstrable evidence of working on PCI DSS and ISO 27001 question?
Hi Folks, for those working in info sec can you give me some examples of how you would demonstrate this on the job? More specifically PCI-DSS, how do ye guys work with it?
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It's too difficult - mind set
I honestly don't know how to start off but this is just my opinion. I've noticed on this site from time to time and wherever else that people will either ask or say, "How difficult is this exam?" or "This is very difficult." I think that this type of mind set will sort of allow people to either not put effort into…
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Does anyone live in the EU but work remote for an American company?
I have a job in the US that I work remotely from home. My bosses have said that "The good thing about this job is you can work from anywhere in the world." Well, I've always wanted to spend some in Paris. More than just a vacation and more than the 90 day visa. Is it possible to work for an American company but live in…
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Any Veterans using their GI Bill at WGU?
Trying to get an idea of what they pay and how you have to cover the tuition for WGU. I understand using the montgomery GI bill is aprx. 1850 a month paid to you. Just curious how you go about paying the tuition, if WGU would require that to be upfront or if I could make payments throughout the terms. I still got some time…
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Where should I go next?
Hey all, Been sorta a lurker here so forgive me for posting very rarely. A little background before we get into the question: I've just completed my first year as a Junior Sys Admin in a government municipality. Right out of college with an Associates, I was offered a job besides the IT director to serve as sort of "help…
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What is your dream job?
I think for me right now would be working as an IT manager.
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Leaving full time job for 1 year contract?
Hey all, At a bit of an impasse here and could use some advice or guidance. I currently work as a network administrator for a small company but am underpaid for my current skill-set (38k/yr 4 years experience ) with decent benefits a 6% 401k match and short commute, I was recently offered a contract position for 60k/yr…
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Contract job - 6 weeks before first check
I started a contract job on Jan 9. Won't receive my first check until Feb 23 and then it only covers first 2 weeks. Anyone experienced anything similar on a new job? I've been in the work force a long time and never waited so long to be paid.
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Anybody in the Healthcare IT field?
I just recently learned that my hometown is building a new hospital and will be completed in about 3 years. I would think hard about applying there, because I would like to go back home. Anybody have any insight as a job in the Healthcare IT field? Specifically networking? I'm currently a network engineer, have Sec+ and…
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Career change advice
Hi all, First post here so apologise if I've put it in the wrong category. No doubt this question has been asked several times before but I thought I'd ask regarding my own situation. As per the title, I'm after some advice regarding changing career, preferably into IT. I'm currently 38 and work as a Test Analyst for a…
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Changes could be coming soon to H1B Visa Program
I think if implemented this could make a drastic change in how American Citizens who are skilled in tech are going to be paid and hired. I personally have seen the H1B visa program abused. It drives down the technology worker salaries making less American workers wanting to go into the sector. Also, it could drive…
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Career move advice
How, do you know its time to move on? How would you go about finding another role and perhaps moving up in the world as in your own company it doesn't look like you'll be moving up any time soon and you've already put in your two years...
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Review - Penn State World Campus, MPS: Cyber & Info Sec
As promised to a handful of you, here's a quick review of the first course I've taken towards the MPS in Information Sciences, Cybersecurity and Information Assurance degree from Penn State World Campus. A little background - I started my M.S. in Applied Information Technology - Network Security from another school. I took…
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Stuck on one subject
A bit of a silly question(s), but I was wondering if the community ever gets stuck on one thing, continuing to focus on that one particular element. For me it's SQL I just eat it up, I am legit intermediate (approaching advance) and still continue to take courses etc. It cuts into other items that I would like to focus on,…
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How to Get Experience In IT Security
Just saw this in my inbox: How To Get Experience IT Security for those trying to get into security. Figured someone here could benefit from this.
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How do you state or ask for a certain range when interviewing.
I'm just curious how do you guys let the company your interviewing know how much money you want. I have been lucky with both companies I applied to after the military. first company the VP of HR asked how much i told her and she gave it to me what i asked for right there on the spot. my second company i told the hiring…
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Advice for getting into cyber security field?
Thanks for taking the time to read this. So currently I have a BS degree in a completely unrelated field from IT. I graduated in 2008. A few years ago I had taken classes at my local community college in cyber security. I've taken all the Cisco course, data communication, ethical hacking and defense and LAN. I'm about 4…
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Best (and hopeful affordable) website for CompTIA CEU
A lot of you may have seen my post from a couple of days ago about renewing my Security+ and what certifications to pursue. I now know that I can use training courses from various websites to count towards my CEUs. It’s something like a 20-hour course equals 20 CEUs, right? Now that is settled, I am looking into different…
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Thought I would share this with you all
Recently applied and received an interview. This involved a 1 hour phone screening and then a 2 hour in-person interview. They said they really liked me and wanted me to come in for an interview to meet the team and CIO. The HR gal fired an email ~1 day later asking me what worked for me, I said Tuesday or Wednesday would…
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Am I Help Desk or Desktop Support
This may be an odd question. For clarification and career self-direction purposes, I am trying to determine if I am either desktop support or help desk. I am currently working as a school district building tech. My official title is Building Technology Support Specialist. I am considered tier 1 support. I am based in a k-4…
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Never give up, never surrender
Name the movie and character that quote is from! There are some great threads on different people who've been working hard to find a new cool job, and have eventually found it. And some are still looking. I just wanted to give a shout out to those who are still searching to keep on trucking. I have finally accepted a new…
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IT Security Employment Soars to Record High - Cybersecurity Engagement by BoDs
From: InfoRisk Today --> http://bit.ly/2ktFzOK 1/16/17 Article snippet: The number of people employed in the United States as information security analysts reached a record high in 2016, according to uncirculated employment data provided by the U.S. Labor Department's Bureau of Labor Statistics. [FONT="]Based on the…
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WGU MBA- ITM Grads - MMT2 question
Hi there, I'm currently working on task 2 in MMT2. I've read over the expectations of the communication plan. I'm not sure I'm headed in the right direction layout wise... if you've taken the course, any tips on how to construct the plan would be greatly appreciated. Also, there was mention in the course chatter about a…
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Having a rough time...
I went from a SOC job paying 40k, to a 18k digital forensics job to being unemployed. What a year it has been. And to make matters worse, I keep getting lied to and strung along by potential employers. These past few weeks, i've had the following happen: * I went to an interview with a multi-national company for a linux…
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WGU MSISA - my review (Aug 2016)
As I just finished my courses and filled out the graduation paperwork, I wanted to share some information about the whole degree to provide my own perspective and experience. - Background: I'm a military officer currently deployed downrange. I've been responsible for coordinating all communication support for a small base…
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Did I make the right career move as a DBA?
Looking for some opinions on a recent career decision, as I can't stop worrying about whether or not it is the right move for my career in the future. For some background, I am 24, and was fortunate enough to get hired out of college at the company where I interned as a DBA working on Oracle and SQL Server, mostly (about 2…
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Searching online for specific job role(s)
Hi All, I have five years’ experience working within the I.T. industry. Part of this is 2 years infrastructure experience, which including server (hardware and software) and systems administration. In applying for my next job role I would like to work in this area of I.T. again. I am currently in a Technical Support role…
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Years in the field
How many years have you been in the field? Where did you start out? Where are you at now in your career?
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Expats working remotely
What part of Brazil are you wanting to live in? I've been to Rio 4 times last year and loved it more and more each time. Too bad of the economical crisis down there at the minute. They estimate it should pick up around 2019 but I doubt that. You could try to apply with SAP as they have a main office in Porto Alegre or…
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ccie or it degree
hello guys . well first exuse my english .i m from north africa and i study IT in college . the problem is that our university sucks . a students with a licence degree only what a mac address is at best . there isn t any networking courses until the 4 th year and you need to be with the best of the best to get that…
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Job Designation change - when and how to ask for it?
I work for a company that has kept on piling more and more work on me, changed the business to such an extrnt that i have to support and work for other organazations. Yet nothing has been changed so as my grade or job title is. The job itself is now dramatically different than what I was hired for. I think i am partially…
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Improved job titles on the resume? The power of words.
I've been working on a resume rewrite for this year. Most of my jobs have been desktop support over the last 4-5 years. Hardware support, not telephone help desk. I've used "Tier 3 Desktop Support" for a few years on various contract jobs, but I usually have to explain to interviewers what that is. I'm definitely senior…
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What do you say to your potential employer?
You are being interviewed by your potential new employer and they ask you why are you looking to leave your current job? What reason/s do you give them?
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Phone interview for Network Engineer position
Whats up guys, So tomorrow i have a phone interview with the head of network operations to be a Network Engineer. I am currently in a phone network support role so I am hoping this works out. I am one test away from having a CCNP and have been working hard my past two years (passed network+ and CCNA, almost done with…
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Internal position question?
If one is told the following about an internal position what should they assume? -"They have already made a decision and everyone should hear something shortly." Does that mean that someone has already been contacted by HR and they are going through the details, before making the acceptance/offer announcement? After being…
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When should I upgrade?
Hey everyone, Just curious... when should I upgrade parts of the infrastructure at work? We have some Cisco switches that are running IOS 12 and don't support POE. I don't think that they will be able to be moved to IOS 15. We also have some HP procurve switches as well and I'm not sure how old they are as well. One reason…
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Connect to Download
I've been emailing back and forth trying to setup a phone interview with the hiring manager. The recruiter said he would connect to download after the interview with me. What does that mean?
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Resume critique for eventual network engineer?
Hey all, I've been on this forum for about 3 years now and during that time my skillset has increased tremendously, espicially in networking, Unfortunately the company i planned on working with for many years has been acquired and the parent company is notorious for only giving COL raises year over year. Due to this I am…
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Cybersecurity Heat Map
Thought this was interesting. Cybersecurity Supply And Demand Heat Map
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Eating crow
Had my second out of 3 interviews with the application development manager today. Things went really well and you know what kicked it off. My MS SQL certification, she said several of the business intelligence folks were trying to get this certification but haven't been able too. Not sure if that meant they hadn't gotten…
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Looking for career advice
Hi there! So I'd appreciate if you guys and gals could give me some advise on career and cert direction. So a brief intro: early forties, live in a major urban centre in Canada and hold a few certifications such as older MCSE and MCITP as well as RHCE and BS IT. Most of my work experience is systems administration within…
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College Loans
So I'm starting to look at getting a loan for my graduate program, and wanted to know what other's are or have used. Originally I enrolled in a grad program at another school that allowed me to charge my CC w/o additional fees. That gave me enough time to pay down some it until work reimbursed me. At my new school they…
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College advice for IT Degree?
I already have an Associates In Arts Degree (in "General Studies, basically designed to cover your Gen Eds at university) then went to university for about a year or so but stopped going mainly because of the increasing tuition and not wanting to continue to take out loans. Fast Forward a few years and i'm considering…
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Internship search.
Hope everyone is having a blessed day. I dont know if this is the right place to post this but I'm hoping to get some kind of help/Guidance from the experienced professionals here. I am a graduate student residing Georgia, I am currently seeking an Internship position in the tech field. My interests are in security and…
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Anyone work(ed) for Comcast?
I'm in the Philadelphia area so I see tons of jobs with Comcast. Can anyone tell me their experience working with Comcast in a NOC/XOC/Engineering? I got contacted for a XOC Tech job and want some opinions. Would this be a good job for getting experience with networking? The job description is very vague although it does…
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Information Technology, Systems, Management, or Science Degrees?
Quick background: I have two bachelors of art degrees in psychology and philosophy and am looking to transfer my career into the field of Information Technology. I've been working professionally in IT for quite a few years and am attempting to take the next step into an IT related Master's Degree. My background is not in…
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Database Administrator, Certificates and Education?
I'm currently studying for a bachelor's of science in Computer Information Systems. I want to go the Database Administrator route. What certificates along with my degree will set me up for a career in DBA? Also, what is the job outlook of Database Administration?
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Interested in MIS Degree
I am currently active duty in the Army with about 10 years in and finally starting on a degree. I'm looking at 10 more years before retiring at the age of 37, unless I get out due to unforeseen medical issues or something else unforeseen. I've always been in aviation but recently been interested in a Bachelors in MIS. I…
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Landed My First Security Engineer Job!
Finally landed my first security engineer job! I know a lot of people here ask how they can "break in" or "get started" in security, so I've decided to share my path that got me here: (Disclaimer: Dates are estimates) 1. Started Associates in IT program at community college | 2006 2. Landed 2 week network internship | Mid…
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Career Advice, networking/cloud
Hi everyone, It's a new year (happy and successful one to you all). I haven't done much of any studying since last year . Corny jokes aside, I really have not done much learning in a few months. I'm not lazy, just trying to reevaluate things and see what to do. I have been with my current employer for awhile, holding a…
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How to interview for a job that I am under qualified for?
I have an interview setup for next week with a managed service provider, and I am concerned about my chances of getting the job because of my lack of experience with certain technologies (such as databases, SharePoint, IIS, etc). I've interviewed for jobs at MSPs before and they've all said that I don't have enough…
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Advice on Career Direction
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New online Cyber Sec degree
University of Charleston WV just took their Cyber Security program online. Ill be able to add more input on class room delivery starting in March. here is the curriculum University of Charleston