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Have you ever taken a job in an area you don't neccessarily have interest in?
Have any of you done a jump to a job that was in an area of IT you didn't have that much interest in, but could do? Let me explain - I'm a JOAT type, but really only have an interest in networking and security. I want to start specializing in my interests, but due to job market etc, I felt the need to apply to things I…
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Career path with certifications ?
Hello, i am a current student at Jones junior county college working on my last semester in computer networking, i plan to transfer to a university since i haven't received that much hands on, mostly everything is done through the netacad as far as routing and switching goes. But as for the certifications i cant believe…
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Any of you work in sales?
I've had my in-laws in my ear for a while now about a neighbors son who works for a company called Optiv. Are any of you familiar with them? I had never heard of them before, and in speaking with the guy he sounded like a motivational speaker or cult member when telling me about what a great company it was and the money…
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What networking do I need for Info Sec?
Hello All, Currently I'm running the VMWare AirWatch project at work. Because I'm getting into light security with AirWatch, I'm wondering if this is a good starting point to get security knowledge. With that being said, what's the level of networking you need for Info Sec?
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Questions for people who work as a InfoSec/Cyber Operations Analyst or W/ Blue teams
as a Network Engineering Student I'm interested in Network Security and I have a lot of questions about the job role/responsibilities someone working in Information Security would be doing/ I have the following question for anyone who fill the role of (Information Security Analyst, Cyber Operations Analyst, Network…
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Security Job Offer (Help)
I'm a new graduate as of last December who has a lot of technical support experience. All of my jobs up until leaving college involved me being a repair tech or service desk. I finally found that I wanted to get into the security field with the dream of being in a SOC doing blue/red sort of things. There are no entry level…
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Unremarkable resume help
Hey.I have a hard time making basic things sound impressive. Don't know what is excess, don't need what I need to expand on.Job titles would be around Jr Network admin, or NOC. I attached PDF. I realize I deleted too much in this one where I edited out all the private info, I left out my education lol.
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Strategy - When you've maxed in pay (relatively speaking)
For example - If you are a network engineer making 150,000 (let's assume this is the max you can get for your networking position). What then? Do you shift into management, maybe you look to shift into another technology/role that aligns but has a history of paying more, (again just for the sake of the conversation),…
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how to delete a post
Feel free to remove this thread. Not sure how to do this or if I'm even able? Thanks
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ITT TECH Closed for business
I know of a few people who have ITT tech degrees or have attended. Now that they are closing I would suggest anyone who is attending to jump ship and come to WGU while your credits still exist
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Help In Deciding Which Career/Degree Choice.
Hey guys, I've always been interested in computers but I'm not tech savy to say the least, I want to get into the tech field but have no clue which route to go, cyber security has always interested me, Question is which IT degree should I aim for? I'm currently finishing up my GE's in college and have to pick a major soon,…
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NOC Engineers / Night Shifters
Hey Techexamers. Im currently working for a marketing company as Desktop Support / Jr Net Admin. Its 9-6 Monday to Friday. Its a great job, however. I dont see any room for growth. I was hired originally to help this company move from 2 small rooms to an entire floor in another building. In the 2 months I ran/terminated…
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Job Situation
Hi Techexamers, I'm a system admin for a known company, I work in a major IT hub, get paid pretty well but traffic sucks. I've earned two certs since being here and their is no room for advancement. Should I stay or should I go?
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How would I go about listing a job shadow role on my resume?
I had the opportunity to job shadow a Network Administrator at a local university for 2 hours. I told him if he ever needed any help, dont be afraid to contact me. How would I go about listing this on my resume?
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MIS Degree?.?.?.?.?
Hello all, I am a sophomore in college and am relatively confused as what I should major in. I know I want to do business but not sure exactly what type. I own a lawn care business and I can confidently say that I like all areas of the field; that I've exposed myself to. However, I am a technology enthusiast, and am…
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Jobs for IT Fundamentals Cert?
On the CompTIA website it said I can get a job as a Computer User Specialist with just a IT Fundamentals Certification no experience required. So I went ahead and got this certification. I Have yet to see on any job board that exact job title. Is there other job titles for that position? Or other positions I can work with…
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IT Manager looking for work!
So, I am a victim of a company lay off in OKC. I am in the market for another IT Manager role, perhaps a IT Director role. I have two young kids that aren't old enough to be in school yet, so I'm ready to move. If anyone knows of any positions, please please let me know! I would really like to move somewhere like Denver,…
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Is there value updating your resume online?
I'm currently employed, I'm very satisfied with my current position/company and I'm not currently looking for employment opportunities, however do you think there is value to update my resume on a job board and make it searchable to keep an eye on how my local IT job market is like? Or am I just begging for spam email? I'm…
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Retaining knowledge when persuing another Cert
How do you guys go about on retaining the knowledge you gained from one cert once you start studying for another one. for example: studying for CCNA for 6 months and then start studying for the MTA/MCSA cert(which takes around 6-8 months) How would you go about keeping your CCNA skills while learning server skills?
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Why does it seem like a lot of IT professionals don't have a CS degree
Is it due to the difficulty of the degree? My gut tells me most IT professional can't handle the rigors of a CS degree. But I'm not exactly sure...... A lot of people are career changers so that makes sense, but another subset of IT professionals are young and don't learn the core principals that the CS degree offers. A…
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Please take a look at my resume :)
Hi guys! I'm currently working in a Desktop Support department performing the role of Desktop Support Engineer/System Administrator/Technical project Manager. However, I feel that I'm underpaid and unappreciated so looking to start applying for a new job while finishing my MCSA studies and starting to study at WGU. Could…
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Entry level network jobs are scarce, but high paying net admin/engineer are abundant
I studied for several months and managed to obtain my ccna r&s cert. I've been taking a look here and there for about 2 months now for entry level network jobs. Ive only seen 1, lv 1 noc job during this time. I can search now and literally see 40+ high paying network admin / network engineer jobs. It took me 9 months to…
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IT policies help
Long story short, Company I work for needs the IT department. A.K.A. Just me, to develop and make policies. Is there already a place and/or website that has policy templates related to say DRP and BCP's? or any other relevant IT policies? I would type each one up myself. However they have waited until today to tell me it…
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Maybe you can help me (Career Crisis)
Hopefully, renowned members of this forum might help me..I have done my Bachelors in Computer Science and during college time i placed 3rd in Deloitte CCTC. After my college i have worked as SharePoint Developer for 1 year (7 LPA) but i have always wanted to work as a security engineer or consultant. I know there are too…
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WGU MBA IT Management in 1 term?
Ok so I spoke to my enrollment person and he said it is a total of 36 Competency Units and I have read easily of people on here doing more than that in a term. He also said there were no proctored exams, but just a paper per class(12), two papers a month seems fairly possible. Honestly with the extra time I have at work I…
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Advice on next step to advance career (it's a long post)
I'm looking for some advice on how to proceed in the next step in my career. First, some background. I have a BSE in computer science and engineering from a state university, graduated in 2000. My first job I stared out as an AIX/Solaris/Linux admin and that evolved into my running the school of engineering's computer…
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Already have a degree - Another BS or MBA?
Currently have a bachelor in Criminal Justice, technically a degree in Corrections & Juvenile Justice; looking to change careers. Currently work full time so the degree has to be online. At first I thought I wanted to do Computer Science as I always had an interest in IT as well as business. As I have undergrad…
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20 week Cisco Course and Community College
I was thinking about taking this course at a local community college, due to everyone saying how long it took them to pass the CCNA and how hard the tests are. It is a 20 week course, but knowing myself and the time I have to study I really feel like I could have it complete on my own faster and cheaper. Not sure though as…
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Department head is messing up weekly, whats our options?
Quick summary, only facts that should help advise me/us (the IT department): I started here about 3 months ago, very happy with offer/job duties and no red flags during interview. I was pretty picky about my next step as I had a good job prior to this. I still don't have any complaints with this place, very good people and…
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Entry Level Salary for SAP Analyst
Are there any with the SAP profession in this thread? I'm taking an SAP class currently and deeply wonder how their compensation compares to the other areas (e.g. networking, database, programming) egrizzly
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Leave current employer or wait it out?
I'm currently working for a large multinational msp on helpdesk and been employed by them for 5 months. I want to move into the telecoms/networks field so am currently in the process of gaining ccna certification with the exams booked for the end of this month. I've reached out to the heads of the relevant departments and…
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Should i go forward with Cisco or stick with what i'm doing at the moment?
Hi, i recently got a job as a 2nd line analyst which has been mainly working with AD as you would expect, however i really enjoy Cisco networking and have my CCNA in that, i also have 2 parts of the MCSA 2012 done as well, if i had it my way i'd go for networking but the jobs are that experience and cert focused, i dont…
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AWS Support engineer
couple weeks ago i was contacted by someone from AWS for Cloud Support Engineer - Security position. now i made it to the second round of interviews (so far they like me) where i will be speaking with the manager and an engineer (phone interview and they said itll take about an hour). i was wondering, what kind of question…
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Projects needed for Network Security
My goal is to become a network security engineer. Presently I work at a helpdesk. Can you all who have been there advise on which projects I should be asking my manager for to get closer to the network security engineer role
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WGU? Worth it?
I am currently attending a school in class but the price of WGU and the certifications you will receive while there almost seem better. Is WGU worth it? Should I switch to them after I complete my AS degree? Thoughts? Thanks.
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Sys Admin opening at State of Texas
The Texas Office of the Governor has posted an opening for a Sys Admin: Office of the Governor - Greg Abbott - Current Jobs: Systems Administrator You can live pretty well in Austin on this salary. Driving in and out of downtown Austin can sometimes be a Charlie Foxtrot... Please don't contact me about this position. I'm…
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Different Types of Computer Science Degrees?
I was looking at pursuing at Computer Science Degree (Oregon State online program), yet I have no desire at programming and I don't care for math. So, after research it seems I am looking at a Bachelor in Information Technology. Correct? Right now I'm looking at WGU's online program and University of Massachusetts online…
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Having a hard time finding a job in IT.
I am having a hard time finding a job in the San Diego area in Help Desk/Desk Support. I have nine years experience in application support, 2 years in field tech work. Plus been with the same company for over 11 years. I change careers from working in the airline industry to IT. my goal is to eventually do something cyber…
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Is there an employed IT pro here with NET+ or SEC+ that can help me?
Hi all, Is there an employed IT pro here (with either Network+ or Security+ certification, preferable) that could chat with me for about 15 minutes? I'm looking to further my education, and would like to get a feel for the industry as it stands today (I've been out for nearly 10 years).
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Asking for a raise
Hello everyone, I am currently working towards my VCP550 and started thinking I may be up for a raise. I am currently making 50k a year managing a virtual environment. I work with some networking, storage but the bulk of my works revolves around working with vcenter, servers, and monitoring tools that include solarwinds…
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MS options for a WGU graduate
I think, every WGU student has asked this question in public or at least to one's own-self, and the question is "has any WGU grad been able to make his/her way to any B&M university for Masters?" I am more interested to learn from people who graduated from College of Technology, dont want to throw teaching/nursing into the…
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Ethical hacking cert CEH, Cissp or MSC inforamtion security
Hi all I am trying to get into Pen testing and ethical hacking or cyber security I can either do a masters in Information security for 10k (Pounds sterling) full time one year which will give me others modules or certify myself for a professional exam be it Ethical hacking cert CEH or Cissp in lot shorter time My question…
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Job Opening: Cloud Engineer
I have an opening for a Cloud Engineer. Here are some of the details below. If you want a link to apply, send me a PM. 100% Remote position Will be participating in an On-Call Rotation Need to have experience with the following:* Agile (IMPORTANT) * Bash scripting (IMPORTANT) * Python or Ruby * Linux * Amazon Web Services…
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IT Jobs -Network+
I am the newest member of this forum. I am an old guy, worked as a Flight Engineer for 30 years. Somehow I got myself interested in computers and got certified in A+ & N+. I badly need some hands-on. I find Network+ more exciting and looking for any opportunity to start any apprenticeship on one to one basis. I live in…
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First possible IT job. Guidance please!
Well I've been a lurker for awhile now reading these amazing success stories and I just enjoy reading all these threads! I'm wanting to know if there is anyone out there that has had no IT experience what so ever and has made it in the IT world. I haven't had a job related to IT, I've messed around with computers here and…
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Resume Objective ?
I think I read someplace where as that isn't popular today. Is that correct ?
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What is the Worst IT Employee you have ever dealt with in your career?
basicially the title says it all. What kind of IT Employee tends to be overall the worst kind you have ever hired or dealt with?
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Informational Interviews needed before Sept 12
Hi all, I'm new here. (Good grief, y'all got a lot of info and education here!) As a recently "displaced worker", the state of Arizona has offered to help me get some training. I've narrowed down some choices, and will be going for my Net+ and Sec+ certs. They require 2 informational Interviews done before I meet with them…
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Studying for Two Different Certs Same Time?
Im currently studying for CCNA but recently my job has tasked me with learning/becoming one of the Linux admins in our shop for 2-3 of our servers. Now i don't know anything about Linux except for the fact its an OS and the shell it uses is called bash . So they've been given me time to study for a Linux+ cert at work ,…
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Take a look at my Resume Please! Feedback would be awesome!
Trying to get a job as a system admin or along those lines. Please give me some feedback, thanks
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Why am I getting interviews?
Funny question right. For the past two weeks I have been applying for 1st line/helpdesk jobs like crazy, maybe 10 in total. I've received two interviews today, one of them an agency. However, on my CV I don't have any IT experience, only customer service, and not a single IT qualification/certificate. Also, all the jobs I…
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How to let it be known you are only down for remote work?
Just curious how you would list this on your resume, when posting to indeed etc. My resume has a job summary, I was thinking about putting it up there as more of an objective, but wasn't entirely sure. Has anyone played around with this? I've heard of people putting their salary requirements at the bottom of the resume…
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Have I wasted 30 years of my life?
TLDR: Bitter old JOAT without a degree thinks the grass is greener in Infosec, has one more chance. When I was a teenager in the 80s, computers where my hobby. In the late 80s, I dropped out of college and got a warehouse jobs, so I could focus on martial-arts. Within a year I was working as a JR Programer. All the MIS…
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How do I get the most out of this job?
I just started a new job and tomorrow I will have been there 5 weeks. I am a school district IT tech; specifically, I am based in a K-4 elementary school. It’s a really great job so far. It’s mentally challenging and allows me to be resourceful in terms of researching. In addition to that, all of my kids and teachers are…
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How do you sell yourself?
Specifically in an interview. I am so bad at talking well about myself. When I was very very young I had an arrogance problem, I corrected that by college but now am the opposite. I can't say much of a good thing about myself. I am very uncomfortable even in receiving a compliment. I end up going into interviews feeling…
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Schools other than WGU
So, I graduated a few months ago with my associate's degree in networking. A month later i obtained my CCENT. I am looking to land my first position most likely help desk. When i do this i want to start online education. Can you guys please list some other good affordable schools other than WGU. I looked at CTU and UMASS.…
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Infosec jobs with no degree?
If I want to get in to Infosec, will I get shut out from lack of a 4 year degree?
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Ready for New Responsibilities! Requesting Resume Help
Hello good people of TE, I will be actively seeking a new position soon and I would like some feedback/suggestions to improve my resume. I welcome all comments. Resume link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x054ryRH_ijZdasHP_1LdYxEm-FtqwvKdD8WEJcgX74/edit?usp=sharing Here's some background: I have been at my current job…
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Leave stablet Jobs for Contract work
I've been contemplating on getting my foot in the door of Healthcare IT. I currently work as a Network Analyst, but I feel I need a change. I moonlight for Teksystems and according to them, they would be able to get me into healthcare IT, but I'd have to quit my full-time, stable job with benefits. Teksystems offers…
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Have I wasted 2 years of my life?
Hi guys, I know this isn't exactly a forum for theatrics or for whining, but I am in a bit of a panic at the moment haha. I'm currently a junior working towards a BS in Management Information Systems. I have a passion for project management, and I hope to take the CAPM within the next few months once I get the education…
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What do you need to become a business analyst?
So far, I have a business degree and an A+ cert and I have been doing IT support as an intern for about six months. Business analysis seems to be a likely option given my qualifications at this time. Should I obtain more CompTIA certs or should I do something else, such as learning SQL or finding a job as a bank teller and…
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Finally a True Network Engineer!
It's been a long road but I have finally achieved my goal of becoming a network engineer! I started my IT journey in 2011, at first I honestly didn't even know if I was going to be able to get this career off the ground, as notated in one of my old posts (and first) on this forum:…
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HELP-what Job titles to look up??
I have an A+ Cert, CCENT and working on getting a security Cert. Next Dec. I will be done with a CCNA program I'm taking at the Local JC. I need help on what type of jobs I should apply to with 0 working experience in IT other then school. i know I shouldn't expect 30$ an hour but I would like to get some idea on titles…
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Resume Critique for Entry-Level Networking Job
Hey everyone. Beginner in IT Career here. I'm Network+, Security+ and Linux+ certified and just received my CCENT two weeks ago, but I only have 3 months IT experience at a NOC (May-July). It was an internship of sorts and I learned a lot about a large network infrastructure (Class B Network) and how things work on the…
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Opinion about using post-nominals?
This is something I've been wondering off and on for awhile. In the end I know everyone is going to do what they feel is right but how does everyone feel about using a post-nominal after their name? I'm not talking about throwing low level stuff after your name more like high level certs or a grad degree. Personally I…
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Putting bachelors on resume before completion?
I've started at WGU this past Thursday and my cousin (who has been in IT for 15 years and was a hiring manager) mentioned that I should put my bachelors on my resume with the expected graduation date. I've never been the type of person to put anything I didn't have on my resume, so it's just a weird idea for me. Is this…
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Frustrated and moving into a new direction
I'm stuck in a job I am not happy at. I'm well respected at my job, considered dependable and nobody gives me grief about call time metrics because everyone knows I work hard. All promotional opportunities at my company are in Florida and I don't want to move there .I have been on a series of job interviews over the past 2…
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Freelancing in Network Technologies field
Hi all. I am interested in part-time freelance jobs as a network engineer (UC/R&S). Can anyone share a similar experience, please? Where do you search for clients? What are current average rates for entry/mid/expert level freelancers? I am registered on Upwork. However, there are not too many interesting jobs posted there…
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WGU BSIT - UI design course?
Seems they just added a new course. Is this for existing folks too or only for the ones starting out? Anyone have experience with this course?
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Another second bachelors or online masters thread
Hi, I am a long time appreciative lurker and first time poster. A very quick background and onto my question. I hold a bachelors in Biopsychology, and I have 1 year remaining on a second bachelors in Management Information Systems. I switched to IT about a year a some change months ago. I also hold CCENT & Sec+…
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WGU - B.S. Business - IT Management Journey
I will keep everyone posted using this thread. If you have any questions feel free to ask. They transferred in 22 CU from previous college coursework. My mentor says they don't transfer in certs (just saying). I start Thursday. :) So far my Mentor has been OK. My enrollment counselor has been easy to work with and everyone…
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Resume Review. No Luck finding a job.
Hi Guys, I have been sending more than 20 applications in indeed every other day. But no luck. I am a new graduate and here is my resume. I know it is a 3 page resume, but I had to add many tasks done at my previous work and "I think" I need to show relevant courses taken at my institution. I am looking for entry level IT…
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What was your first IT job?
I currently work as a field technician installing computers and printers in schools. It's not very technical with very little troubleshooting. I'm using it to build experience and get a better job but I don't want to stay here for a year and a hiring manager say "so you plugged in computers for a year...great". What was…
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Money vs longevity
I haven't even been applying for jobs but got contacted by 2 recruiters today. My current position is not really what I want to be doing and I could probably get paid more, I know I can in this market. I have 6 months experience. Should I look for something that pays more? Or accept a sh!!!y salary in order to build up…
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How do you deal with Angry End Users on the job?
As its part of entry level IT, how do you deal with an angry user while helping them solve their computer problem?
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Commuting... how long is too long?
I know this can depend on many different factors. But how long (time or miles) would you say is too far for a job? What's your limit?
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Weird job interview dilemma LF advice
I have been going back and forth trying to get a position at a company over the last I guess two months. Their recruiter contacted me initially for a heavy networking role that is probably a little over my head. He asked if I had any experience with Juniper - Nope Fortigate, Cisco Extreme HP. Do you know a lot of Linux -…
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How Deep Should You Go?
If you're doing IT Strategy and Management, or Director of Technology, how deep into a field should you go? I was planning to do some basic certs, such as ITIL Foundations, CompTia IT Fundamentals, CompTia Cloud Essentials - I was also planning to do CAPM and PMP. Should a Manager dive deeper into fields such as networking…
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New Job already NOC ---> STIG work IA
Well I left my NOC job after 50 days for a IA compliance job ( STIG ,HBSS)etc.. Better Pay, Even better clearance,better career progression and exposure. Looking forward to the new job but I am also keeping the doors open at the NOC
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Community college was a bust - now what?
Hey everyone! I'm just looking for some advice. Basically my goal is to become an intelligence analyst with any agency. (FBI, CIA, NSA, state police, etc.) I know that IT skills are in high demand for these positions, so my goal was to enhance my IT skillset over the next 3-4 years so that I could (hopefully) become…
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Have an unrelated degree + some experience - advice please?
Hi everyone, I just joined and I hope you can give me some advice. I graduated college over a year ago - not something directly related to IT but I do have some experience. My degree is BA in "Design and Technology" - where it was mainly focused on the Entertainment industry. I got experience setting up networks for large…
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Scrum/BA/Agile/PMP/ITIL
Hello, I have researched all the above methodologies and wanted some professional advice on this subject. I don't quit have the experience for the PMP. I understand that for baseline project experience it's fantastic. I want to be involved in software project management. That leads me to Scrum/Agile. You don't just get…
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Need Advice
So I am currently a ISSM for the US Navy I get out in approx. 2 months from now(woohoo) and play to move to the Dallas-FW area. I was a sys admin for 3 years, a team lead for 1 year and now a ISSM for almost a year. I have my C|EH, my Security+ and my MPCS. So here is my question. I need to start my job hunt very very soon…
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Measure Up reviews? Worth the money?
Is this site worth it at all? I just cant see spending money on studying when you can get everything free mostly.
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From IT Intern to Sr. VMware Engineer
So I'd like to think I've been a decent person. I know so many people over the years have been nice to me and other's jealous of the stride I've overcome. Along the way I've found things out about myself that I never knew existed. I was once a very arrogant and dickish person to now I've changed my ways as I've gotten…
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CISCO to cut 5500 jobs, certs still worth much?
Hi guys, I just wanted to ask are cisco certs worth the investment for the future. From what cisco are planning they are looking to cut 5500 jobs and plan to focus their efforts into cloud computing. I also read something along the lines of router sales dropping by 7% and switch sales only rising by 2%. I am currently…
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Civilian looking at Government Jobs
Many moon ago I worked for the DOD in a non IT capacity. Since then I moved on to contracts and FTE positions, (corporate). Any suggestions on getting back into a G level role? Certifications Education Experience Resume write ups? Any info would be great appreciated. It's been a while and I am out of touch when it comes to…
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are there physically demanding jobs in it?
I do not like desk jobs. are there jobs where you do stuff like physical network installation. What certs would you need for such jobs?
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Resume for JR Network Admin
Summary: Motivated proffesional with 4 years of experience providing Desktop/End user support and as well as networking administration while serving in the US Military . I am looking for growth in the networking field of information technology and willing to put any amount of work and effort to accomplish this. Education:…
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Best career path with my current knowledge?
Hello all, I'd appreciate it if someone can take a look at my current experience to see what the best career path is for me with my current knowledge. I love it all, so I'd be happy to pretty much go down any career path. - Maintain, manage, and deploy Windows Server 2008/2012 production servers. These servers include SQL…
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To Consolidate or Not To Consolidate is the Question
Example Employee X has 9 years of total service. He has 3 years of service desk, 3 years of system administration and 3 years of system architecture. Does employee X list 9 years of system architecture or the breakout? I've seen it go both ways, with both ways being successful. Here are the pros and cons from my…
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Fresh CCNA with lots of Mac experience. Next move?
Hey Guys, I just passed my CCNA today and I'm considering several options for my next step. I'd really value some thoughtful opinions on these! A little background, I do not have any college education. I am a manager in an independent Apple repair shop. I've worked there for 8 years and I'm 29 years old. I was a tech for…
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new to USA
hey guys, A friend's uncle just immigrated to US. He was a CTO of a midsize firm back in Mongolia. Guy is in early 50's. Having hell of a time finding a job. He stopped looking for management and just looking for regular dev/admin work and no luck. He's quite disheartened. I meet him often and he actually wept last time I…
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Female CCNA=A+=Bachelors and Masters+no work experience in computers Have a ?????
Hey, I am a 28 year old female with a Master and Bachelor in Communications, i have working experience but not in comps. i am looking to switch industries for a number of reasons, mainly because i like computers and should have did that in the first place...Any way, right now i am studying for the A+ cert. on my own and…
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Is This Fair?
I am currently working as an Intern on a one year contract, they have the option to make my position permanent if they want but to put a long story short instead of being an intern that's learning the position. I am instead thrust into situations myself to do work unsupervised. My boss went away for a 2 weeks and left me…
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Teksystems
So today I had a great interview with a company that's direct hire thru teksystems but the first 30 days are contract to hire I have a full time job already that's non i.t. related the position that I interviewed for is a help desk position. It will be my first i.t. job .I'm hesitant to take it because of the 30 day…
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My boss not promoting me
...I'm actually 50-50 on how to recify my current situation. I had lost my job then got into a helpdesk position while certified as a CCNP. I've been there for a year now however when I ask to be put in the network infrastructure team my boss says I need more networking experience. True, all I have is 10 years of helpdesk…
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So, what type of jobs can I do with an AA and some certs?
I have realized that IT isn't a physical job, but it still interest me. I have no desire to be a manger of any sort. So, I have an AA already. What type of jobs can an AA and a few certs get me? I bought the TestOut Pcpro software for the A+
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Staffing agency. Skeptical
Got a call from abcd IT staffing agency. XYZ is servicing walt Disney. XYZ is looking for network engineer. Abcd told me it is a contract to hire but cant give me that word in the offer letter. 50 per hour and cant go above that. Got a call from efgh IT staffing agency. XYZ is looking for network engineer. 7 months…
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Dakota State University - MSIA Program
Hey all, I have begun DSU's MSIA program this past week. I am taking 2 courses per semester and targeted to complete in spring of 2018. This semester I am taking INFA 713 Risk Management and INFA 720 Incident Response. So far the courses seem very up-to-date and the instructors are very knowledgeable. The school and…