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HELP! Job’s killing me, what are my options?
Hey everyone, I'm posting here to hopefully get some life altering information! I have a BS ME, and for the last 3+ years, I have been working supporting custom data center equipment (not very much IT). It was okay for the first couple years, but with a new manager, and some reorganizations in the group, it’s become hell.…
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Just Graduated from WGU!
Just finished up my Capstone. I started in January and completed 31 CU's to graduate. Super excited to done! My overall experience was good. The only bad experience I had was with the student mentor. There were periods of time where he wouldn't be very responsive. Not sure what was going on with him. For example, when I…
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Becoming a pen tester
So after contemplating with myself for 8 months, I decided that I want to take my career towards the route of being a penetration tester. With that in mind, I want to have a good solid understanding of networking as that is important for pentesting from what I hear so I decided to go for my CCNP R&S and probably just…
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Looking for advice about schooling
Hey guys and gals, I'm at a fork in the road as to where I should enroll in school. I really like the path that WGU offers and the flexibility but I also looked at a local community college that has a pretty nice track as well. I'm not sure whether to pursue to the local CC and then transfer to the state university to…
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Should I stay or should i go?
I dont know what to do and come to seek wisdom from the forum Gods. I'm in my mid 20s. currently stuck at a dead end IT job working for a radiography company. My typical day consist of setting up 5-6 PACS servers with Xray processors. aside from that im resetting users account in AD. fixing VMs ,VDI, network printers…
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Career Advice
Hello Everyone, I graduated last summer with a degree in Computer Network Security, been applying for entry-level/Junior IT jobs and working in retail at the same. I don't have much experience working in IT which I feel is a factor in getting that first IT job however I recently undertook work experience for two weeks…
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WGU post-grad needs career advice...
Hey Guys! I've recently graduated from WGU (woo!) with the IT:Security BS (which was an amazing experience!). I've also been working in the IT field for ~7 years now - from help desk -> sysadmin -> technical engineer for a larger company -> security analyst for a smaller company. I am currently working as a "security…
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2nd/3rd line network infrastructure engineer technical exam help
I've recently been applying for 2nd/3rd line network infrastructure engineer jobs and I've been asked to come in for a technical examination. Has anyone done one recently? What should I expect? Any help is much appreciated.
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Security - Transitions
Hi all. For those of you in Infosec who have transitioned from one technical area to another, how did you do it? By this I mean non management positions, and i'm wondering how you made your transition from SOC to pentester,IA, forensics, ect. Thanks.
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Who to use as references when applying outside your current employer
I intend to look for new work later in the year and I'm fairly sure my manager would be disappointed that I'm leaving since they've already raised the issues of high turnover lack of team stability. I think I'm overpaid at the moment specifically to prevent me looking elsewhere. I could use previous colleagues from the…
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College Diploma vs Certificates to get foot in the door
Good day everyone, I'm 24 and currently working in logistics but recently decided to change my career. I have no background in IT field but always liked computers, so I decided to get a Network+ certificate juts to see if that's something that might get me interested. While preparing for the exam I found the basic concepts…
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We need a Network Support Engineer - South Africa , JHB
Hi all, My work is in need of another network support engineer - mid-senior level. I thought posting here would be a great way to get the right person. If this is not allowed - mods, my apologies and please remove. We are finding it hard to find the right person. This job is exclusively for South African citizen based in…
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Changing Career paths to SQL, with a question
Hello all, I would like to peruse a career in DBA. The thing im having trouble with is choosing SQL Server or Oracle SQL. Is the SQL language the same with Oracle and MSSQL and what is different is PL/SQL & T-SQL? If the SQL language in the same with both I'll practice with MSSQL and then learn PL/SQL for Oracle. Thanks
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what is the market value of Distance Education ????
Guys, recently i have completed Bachlor/degree in Bsc.IT(3 yrs) distance Education from LPU(Lovely professional University) India,punjab. Im from nepal,kathmandu
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Right career for me? Total it newbie.
Beginning my IT career. No degree (Considering Masters) but undertaking various CompTIA/Microsoft qualifications from the ground up. Best tips for gaining experience and getting my proverbial 'foot in the door'? Thanks!
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What is a Cisco pre-sales engineer?
Someone I know who was a network engineer just got a job as a Cisco pre-sales engineer. I was wondering what this is exactly. From the title, my guess is that if a company wants to make a new network or add onto their old one, or replace equipment, these pre-sales engineers would go check the place out and find out what…
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Being Lowballed by A Recruiter?!
Had a great interview yesterday with a great organization in Midtown Atlanta. Job would be Sr. Technician doing remote support in, and maintenance of a VDI. The problem is this: the recruiter that forwarded me the information on the position is quoting 25/hour for six months contract to perm and 50K afterwards. However,…
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MSP to administrator
How do you do it? I've been with one MSP or another for around 20 yrs, but I'm always with companies that for what ever reason have no path to move up. (to small, etc) As anyone thats been with an MSP knows we see everything and are very highly adaptable to the situation, proverbial "Jack of All Trades." So how do I…
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Moving into Infosec from SysAdmin
I am really wanting to move into the Infosec field, especially that of an analyst. Please note that I currently work in Sydney. I am currently doing a systems administrator role and I am trying to figure out how I can adjust my resume to match that of the requirements of a typical infosec analyst role. Some of the things I…
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Military Transition to Civilian
Hello, I just wanted to get some advice and/or tips from those individuals who have transitioned out of the military. I'm a little over a year out. When I return from this deployment, I'll be working on finishing up my CCNP and then working on pulling my CISSP. I do not have my Bachelors yet, but I do have an Associates.…
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Career Advice
Hello All, First and foremost thank you for whoever will post any advice in regards to my career. My question: Currently I am working as a technical solution analyst at Cerner. Cerner is a healthcare IT company. I am currently making 49k per year (pre-tax). I am looking for the next jump to a 55k to 60k career. I was…
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Decisions Decisions Decisions....Seeking Opinions
Hey everyone, So another year of college has finished and I've learned many new things. Now I'm job hunting and I'm making any IT position a priority over non-IT jobs that I may be offered. However, I applied at my local hospital again because they are looking for a 10 month tech, which is what I was back in 2014 for a 3…
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18 and Forward Thinking
Hi, I'm going to be starting a career in Cyber Security, I have the aim of eventually ending up in management. I'm very much into both technology and business. I plan to gain the following certifications whilst being a student who will be starting a three year Bsc Computer Science degree next year. A+ Network+ Security+…
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Applying direct
For those of you advocating to bypass the recruiters and apply direct to the company, have you actually succeeded? There are multiple reason why a company prefers to hire through a 3rd party recruiting company vs. hiring direct. Just curious to see if anyone got hired direct for the same position offered by a recruiter.
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Resume advice.
Hey guys (and gals), I was wondering if you could take a look at my resume. A couple things to keep in mind, this is a career change for me. As you can see I've spent the last 20 years or so in agriculture so I don't come from a IT professional back round. This is also the first resume I've actually ever done so be nice…
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What's the quickest way to get BS degree in WGU?
Hey guys, I'm planing to study Bachelor of Science Information Technology—Security in WGU which is the CCNA path. I don't want to spend too much time in WGU, mostly from financial stand point to save money, since I only getting minimum wage. I have A+, Network+ and Security+ certificates also one MCP server 2012, don't…
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Career help!
Hi everyone, I am currently in my bachelor's program for information technology and administrative management. I also intend on getting a minor in cyber security. I have no experience as of now due to my age. I was wondering, how difficult would it be to find a job as an It security analyst once I graduate? Do you…
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Unemployed, depressed, and need advice
I was laid off about 6 months ago from a desktop support position. I'm kinda glad I did because that job was soul-crushing. Dealing with stupid users who kept calling me even though I keep telling them to open a ticket with the help desk first! A manager who didn't know the difference between bits and bytes. How she got…
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Do I have the right idea of Data Center work?
I did desktop support for 4 years in a variety of contract assignments. I've got that down. I've been wanting to move on to the next level and bigger paychecks for some time. I have my first Cisco cert, and will be a CCNA in a month or two. I've always liked the idea of working in data centers. Not just for the technology…
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The Market is hot. New Job!
Hey all, Just wanted to share some good news. After 18 months in my current contract, I was contacted by a former employee who I managed at a previous location, who was still working there. He informed me that there was a position in IT Security and that he thought that his new/current manager would love someone like me.…
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Consulting or Enterprise
Hello All, Trying to get some thoughts on this as I am having a bit of a dilemma choosing between the two roles. Currently work as a consultant (delivery engineer) now and like any job there is pluses and minuses. Being a delivery engineer has led me to see some cool implementations but at the same time its almost to the…
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Contract job horror story!
I just wanted to share a brief horror story about a contract job I did for about a month... At first I thought this job was going to lead to something better but boy was I wrong!!! The job was ok, but not what I wanted to do. I know in IT we all have to suck it up and work somewhere we don't want to be, to get to where we…
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Career changer needing advise
Good day everyone, I am an English teacher switching over to cyber security and I am truly in need of advise. I just obtained a masters in cyber security but have absolutely no hands on IT experience. I am very nervous and not sure whats a good place to start. Should I look into certs before starting? Any advise would be…
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I guess its hiring season across the board because just got a new job as well!
I start in a week its with a Top Tier Hospital in NYC. Its a Senior Network Engineer role they offered me a nice $35k raise. Excellent opportunity, benefits, work/life balance, a little over a month of vacation time. They always have the latest cisco technology. If I really like the role I don't see a reason to ever leave.
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I'll join in, I got a "new" job too!
Why is it "new", because I'm a contractor flipped to FTE, finally. Typically this would mean a step down in pay because of the benefits, but in my case it went the other way quite a bit! The longer version is that I when I wanted to change to a full security role I took a contractor position, my first time doing that, I…
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CCNA with Associate degree and no experience?
Hey all! Need some job/salary advice here. So I've already taken the CCNA and didn't pass but am rescheduling in May. I was pretty close on passing and don't think it'll be an issue this time. When this current semester ends (this week) I have one class left before I get my Network Admin degree and have taken all 4 Cisco…
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Feeling a bit deceived
I recently started a job at a company that payed well, has great benefits, and is close to my house (10 miles). Then I find out when I started working there that part of the company is being sold including the department that I'm working for, so I'll eventually be working for a different company. I still don't know how…
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When to decline an offer?
First off, I've been trying to get into the IT field. And it's always difficult to get your foot in the door of a new field, of course. I did get a job offer for an entry level position. But the pay is lower than what I was hoping for, lower than what I make currently. And it's lower than the industry average, even for…
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What type of a raise should I Get
I am working at a company as a intern in a role of I.T. Support Technician, when the company decides to make your position a permanent one how much of a raise should you get for them making your position being made permanent. for example should it go from 8$hr to 16 an hr?
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At will employee?
Is it common for job contracts to state that you are an "at will employee and that nothing in the letter will be deemed to constitute an agreement of employment for any specific period of time. This means that either you or the Company may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause, and it is understood…
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How do you guys fit "interviews" in w/ school and work?
Just like that subject line.............I can't find a day for an interview. Just feeling bad if I call in sick....and will feel guilty if I do.
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Help getting a network admin job
Hello, I was looking at a few current Network admin jobs and they are asking to have experience in Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, SQL & SAP Reporting; Knowledge of SharePoint administration will be highly valued. Is this normal to know and have experience in these areas as a network admin? It seems like a lot…
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Working while attending WGU
Writing this for a friend: I've recently been hearing great things about attending WGU. I was able to transfer 50% of my credits and plan on getting my BS in IT Security and eventually going after the MBA. I have an interest in Network Security. I have a degree in Social Work. I was planning on starting in July. Recently I…
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To others working in the public sector.
I have to ask... does it ever get any better? My wife and I both work in the public sector, as contractors. At the last place we both worked the same contract, and the COR was always threatening to call CID for no reason. Most of the other contractors just dumped their certs and were pretty much useless (if they did pass;…
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Passed CCENT, CCNA on it's way. No experience in IT - how to design my CV?
Hi guys. I need help. I am 28 y.o., born in Easter Europe and living in the UK currently. I have a crappy Bachelor Degree of Public Administration (big mistake of the past) and few years of good experience mostly in Sales and Logistics (where I currently work full time). Few months ago I decide to make my dream come true,…
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Travelling being indefinitely mobile- Certs/skills needed
Hey guys/gals, I was a bit curious as to what kind of certifications and skills would allow you to Telecommute/travel abroad and work remotely- indefinitely? I am thinking next July (17) of doing a "Jupiters-Travels" type trip on my motorcycle. I can save $20k by then but I would like to at-least stay afloat or make money…
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CISCO or LINUX ???
Hello everyone, I am new to IT, only have A+, Network+ and Security+ certificates, right now I work as an very entry level IT tech, most of the time just use Ghost imaging OS. So I only getting minimum wage just like working in the fast food... I try to decide what career path is better for me, CISCO or LINUX ??? If I go…
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Jobs in IT that are always busy
Hello, I was just wondering, from your experience, what jobs in IT are always "busy". Right now I am a desktop tech (fixing computers, removing viruses, etc), and quite frankly there is a lot of downtime and the work is relatively repetitive. I like to stay busy and have new challenges, go to meetings, talk to people, have…
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New Company But Interested in An Opening
I just started a new job as a net engineer. I have been searching the company intranet and see a management position I am more than qualified for. Would it be wise to apply? I don't want to give off the impression that I'm looking else where after only a month of being there but at the same time I am qualified for the…
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New Job
Hey Everyone, I've been a member for a long time but don't post too much. It seems like this is the season for new jobs, so I figured I would just add to the "got a new job" list. I started out as a Desktop tech, eventually moved to a Network Admin role and project management based roles. I will now be a project manager on…
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Does anyone teach IT courses in their off hours?
Well as the question says does anyone teach IT courses in their off hours? I started a Teachable account and am spinning up some courses around smart buildings and I am curious how you all manage working full-time and creating courses? -Phil
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Recommendations on certification for a BBA MIS degree
Hello I'm new to this forum and am looking to get some helpful information from you guys. I'm currently going to school to obtain a BBA MIS degree and after looking at career options I would be most interested in a network and computer systems administrator or a computer and information systems/IT manager. I enjoy dealing…
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Information Technology vs Electrical Engineering
Hello all, it's been a while since I posted on these forums, but I am going off to college in a couple months and am rethinking my intended major. I am caught between IT and Electrical Engineering. I have taken some intro courses to IT, some I love such as Networking and System Administration, and some I hate with a fiery…
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Who to contact? Job poster or consultant recruiter?
So I was approached by a recruiter on LinkedIn about a job, I replied back and told the person that going by the job description I might not be the best fit for this particular posting and told them that i am interested in other opportunities and listed those opportunities. The recruiter replied back and asked me to give…
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Interview for a job that requires travel
I have an interview tomorrow for an IT audit position with a large company. The job description I am not worried about, they said they are looking to expand the audit department and they are having trouble finding auditors with IT experience. The job says 30 percent travel primarily to Europe. I have never had a job that…
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Age 50 retiring as Military Pilot, TS/SCI - NEWBIE to Computer Securiy
Hello Folks I will be retiring in four years (year 2020) from the military, as an Aircraft Pilot, at the rank of Lt. Col. I have a BA degree and some graduate credits towards an MBA (not finished). I also speak fluent Spanish. I will have an active/current Top Secret/SCI security clearance when I retire. While I will have…
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Jr/Mid - Security Engineer Position - Northern VA(Herndon) [Need Resumes]
Hello Folks, My manager is looking for a Jr/Mid level security engineer. Looking for someone with a few years of experience. Not fresh out of college. The position is based out of Herndon, VA (Not a tele-work position) Looking for someone with Basic to Intermediate Knowledge on the following. - HBSS (Big plus if you know…
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Would you move?
Current company is in debt seriously. Doing really bad. 80k. No technical work. Manager is super nice. Offered company 90k. Healthcare. Acquired by bigger company 5 months ago. There is a big project to merge the network. Merge process can take 18 months. May get laid off once merge is done or may stay...nobody knows
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Planning on starting WGU Transfer question
Hello all, I plan on starting at WGU Hopefully in the next couple months. I had a few credits from UMUC and my ARTTS transcripts (military). I wanted to get the best bang for my buck so I enrolled in Ashworth college I know its only a Nationally accredited school but I know WGU accepts Nationally accredited schools. as…
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Bellevue University - MS in Management of Information Systems
I am strongly considering Bellevue University for a Masters of Science in Management of Information Systems, but want to get some opinions of the university. The university is regionally accredited by the HLC and on the surface seems like a good school. I have two co-workers who have undergrad degrees from Bellevue. Each…
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Home lab ideas to be a network/systems administrator
Hello everyone. I'm currently a helpdesk/support tech and been doing this line of work for about 18 months now. I hold no certifications but a BS in CIS. I currently have a hypervisor server built at home and played around with DNS, AD, and domain replication. I'd like to know what type of environments I can run at home to…
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Need Resume critiqued
Hey everybody, After deciding to make a career change 6 months ago, I have put some serious effort into making that happen. I've re-enrolled in school, completed the Net+ cert, and am studying for my CCENT which will be followed by my CCNA. I am employed by a major ISP who I have worked for the last 10 years an installer/…
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Regarding incomplete bachelors in resume
I have a MBA but have an incomplet bachelors . I have attended the course for whole 4 years and even completed my final project and passed in final semester but have few papers arrears and I did not finish that after 4 years of course completion. Later have 3 years work experience and did MBA and have MBA currently. I am…
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Champlain College's Online Master of Science in Information Security Operations
Hello Experts, I have applied for few Online Masters Programs in IS/IA/Cybersecurity and Champlain College is one of them. Champlain College(Vermont) recently (Jan-2016) introduced Online Master of Science in Information Security Operations. Online Master's in Information Security | Champlain College Online Are there any…
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Looking for opinions on my IT pathway
Hi everyone! This is my first post on this forum. I found techexams.net looking for cert information, so I registered to get more information to work towards my future IT career. Anyways, I am having trouble deciding on choosing a path for my career. I will post as much information as I can currently think of that would…
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IT Jobs/Development
Hey guys, First post here and I am not sure if I am posting this thread in the area (so sorry in advanced). I've read some pretty inspiring posts and decided to write this to get some realistic thoughts/feedback. Just a little background about me... I've been in sales/account management for the past 10+ years and haven't…
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Anybody have any experiences working at Amazon Web Services?
Currently looking for my first IT position. I just got a call for an interview for a data center tech. Anyone have any experiences or advice theyd like to share? Thanks
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Resume Review with a twist!
I'm hoping that some of the fine folks on this board can help me. I'm running into a bit of a brick wall when it comes to updating my resume. I'm moving from a career in helpdesk, then customer service, then deskside support to what I hope will be a systems administration or analyst role and I'm having some trouble…
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Is this program top-heavy with programming classes?
Hi, I'm currently studying Information Technology at a local state university. I looked at the degree requirements checklist and I showed it to a friend who graduated from Penn State's IST program. He told me he was required to take only 1 c++ course his entire time at penn state. However, my school (kutztown) requires 2…
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Full time workers with a second job, what do you do and how do you manage it?
If you can give general details on the firld you work in, hours, and pay it would be appreciated. I'm considering a second job but it seems untenable to do something in my current field, but I want to hear from people who have done it.
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What do I do
So I work entry level IT for the state and I finished my bachelor's at WGU last September. It is a great accomplishment but I still make the same, most of my certs and my degree do not apply to my job, so I am forgetting some of what I learned. I have a kid on the way and I really do not know what I can do to get a higher…
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Got My First IT Job
After 3.5 months of searching and about 20 interviews later (tech screens, phone interviews, face-to-face), I received an offer letter a few hours after the initial interview. This was yesterday around 2:00 PM. I will mention that this is a career change for me. Always been a tech hobbyist and decided I wanted to pursue a…
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Needing advice and opinions
Hi everyone! This is my first post on this forum. I found techexams.net looking for cert information, so I registered to get more information to work towards my future IT career. Anyways, I am having trouble deciding on choosing a path for my career. I will post as much information as I can currently think of that would…
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To take the job or not take the job?
I went for an interview for a Desktop Support role. A week later I got the job. I received a call from the hiring manager stating that there's good news and I was chosen and to wait for an email for background check etc. I then checked my email and saw an email from the company saying they decided to move along with other…
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Dealing with multiple job offers help!
Hello guys and gals i'm in a bit of a pickle and decided to reach out for help since this is one of the best forums I've been apart of. In the last week I've interviewed for two positions. One is a temp to hire Desktop Support position with an enterprise organization and the other is a help desk role with a small company…
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WGU: UBC1 (Physics) Notes
Thought I would upload my notes for UBC1 on here. Hopefully they will help anyone who has this GE class as part of their curriculum. I found this class to be quite difficult, as physics is not one of my strong suits. Keep in mind these notes aren't completely comprehensive, so you should still read the e-book and complete…
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Interview help please
Long story short, I am currently a info security officer for over a year and before that was involved with policies and procedures only (think C&A, etc.). I now have an interview this week for a Security Engineer role and I am worried about the interview questioning. I haven't had that much hands on, which is why I am…
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How much should i charge? Full time to contract
Hey guys, I am working full time in a permanant role and i get $85,000 a year I have been offered a permanant role however its a 6 month contract How much should i charge per hour I dont care about benefits
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Career guidance!
Hi, I am working as a Lead SOX Auditor in American Express (India) from last 2 yeras. I do audits for Business unit security administrator. I had recently done iso 27001 certification. Will Security+ certification give an edge to my CV? Can u also recommend me some certifications that will help. Note: I am from commerce…
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Fidelity Investments Leap Program
Hi all, I have recently applied for Fidelity Investments LEAP program for entry level positions. Has anyone here heard, interviewed, or work for them? This will be my first I.T job as I am making a career switch from Criminal Justice. Current experience is Master's degree in Criminal Justice and working as a police…
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salary vs hourly
i have potential job offer but this position pays hourly and its 35 hours a week its a full time position with perks and OT 8 hour day 7 hour work doesn't pay for lunch. not sure how i should go about for negotiation. since its not 40 hour week pay. 9 hour day 8 hour work. if i asked for say 70k it would be usually equal…
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Recruiter->Hiring Agency->Client....WTF?
So, got a call and an email today for a position in the NOVA area from a recruiter that works for NPD Global. I recognized the job desc right away as I have seen it many times before and I knew who the client was. So I told him what I made and what range I was looking for and he gave me a quote 5k above that (I have no…
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VMworld 2016. Who's going?
So who's going to VMworld US/Europe this year? I'll go to Vegas if I can score a pass to the event. Not counting the pass, it's going to cost me between $4000 - $5500 for a 8-10 day trip to Vegas and 2-3 days in NYC. Gotta invest in myself.
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What does "exposure to active directory" mean?
Hi guys, I've been searching jobs for months, saw and was asked about "exposure to active directory". I always say no as I never managed active directory, but what does exposure thing mean exactly? I'v worked under active directory environment as worker, can I say yes based on that?
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Programming as a job task
So I'm current trying to finish up my degree in CIS from Thomas Edison State University as this was the fastest and cheapest route to go. My question is, one of the requirements is a programming class in C or better. I'm debating taking it through Straighterline and saving money and time. While it might not be the best…
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Degree and Cert?
What jobs could I land with an A.A.S Networking Technology degree (Networking Technology Degree Courses by Semester – Welcome to Wayne Community College | Goldsboro, NC) and the Comptia Network+ cert?
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Had interview today
Had an interview today for a systems admin position. I think I did as well as I could in an interview situation. I had a couple weeks to prepare so I had every detail down and came in prepared. I feel good about how it went and think I'll be the top pick, however I was a bit confused that the interview was full of standard…
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Article: Retired Cops to fill Cybersecurity Jobs
March 13, 2016 Forbes Welcome Comments ?
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2 Bachelors from WGU / WGU Software degree?
I only have 3 classes left for WGU, I am finishing up the Java one now, meaning all I have left is Technical Writing and my Capstone, but my term ends on October 1st, so I may end up having to have another semester to finish up the Capstone. My current program is IT Security, but with my new job I recently have been…
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What are your thoughts on "hireability", if you will?
Hello guys, this is my first post here. Whoo! Ha... Anyways, I'm a 0651-Cyber Network Operator in the US Marine Corps, and I'm not planning on reenlisting. What I don't know much about is how marketable I really am to the private IT sector, and what I should do to improve my weak areas. Currently, I have 2 years left on my…
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Penn State SRA Program (BS)
Has anyone been through this program? I'm looking for thoughts about his and if a degree in Secuirty Risk analysis and Cyber Security from penn state would be beneficial and with the cost and time. I did also look at a review of a course from the masters program but I'm looking for any one with experience in this program.…
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Starting WGU NA track April 1st
So after 4 months of labor I'll finally be starting WGU April 1st! Hopefully I land a good mentor.
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What do I need to know, ERP
I'm going for an interview for a system administrator in a couple days and one of the things they would like is knowledge of ERP administration. I know the basics of what ERP is and does for a company, but what would I as a systems administrator need to know?
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People 33+ when did you find your dream job?
Just wondering. We all take jobs that will help build our careers. Some of us joined the game later than others. Those who are 33 or older when did you find your dream job or have you not found your dream job yet and are still looking ?
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Dallas: Looking for InfoSec Manager
My organization is looking for an Information Security Manager in the Dallas,TX area. 1,000 ft overview of duties: - oversee InfoSec program (risk mgmt, vuln mgmt, IR/forensics, internal consulting, etc.) - develop policies, standards, procedures, etc. - dept budgeting and other non-fun stuff - manage small team of…
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Is A Degree Worth A Shot To Get Into the I.T Field?
Specifically the Networking aspect? Here's the degree I will be going for while starting out with the Network+ certification: http://www.waynecc.edu/networking/degree/ I will also transfer that to a bachelor's degree. I have and I always had a genuine interest in the Networking aspect of information technology, I'm getting…
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Salary Negotiation (Govt Jobs)
Good morning, everyone. So I recently had an interview for a help desk position with the neighboring county. I think the interview went great and the people who interviewed me seem like a fantastic group to work with. On top of that, it's a small department, so I'd get some cross-training with…
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Ever get the feeling that the interviewer doesn't want you to get the job?
Ever been in this situation where an interviewer doesn't see you as a fit into the company, but you have the skills and work experience for the job? What did you do?
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Seeking Advice - Have Job Offer on the Table
I'm currently working as a Systems Administrator for company X and have been an admin for the last 3 years. I love the job and the duties really fall in line with that of a Network Engineer, Cisco routing, switching, voip, wireless specifically. I love the job, love the company. I recently was offerred a job with the title…
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Need advice to crack Network Security interview
Hi All, I am more interested and passionate about getting in to Network Security, so I prepared setting up lab on Checkpoint Firewall, Cisco ASA, F5 LTM, CCNA Security/R&S(CBT Nuggets and loads of online resources and books on ASA and ccna certification) and started to give interview, till now I gave 3 interviews in all…