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Starting the Academy on Monday
Haven't updated anyone, but on Monday I passed my PT test to enter the academy and I had orientation yesterday. My previous academy wasn't para-military (so no yelling, but we did PT to a degree) so it was definitely a little bit of culture shock for me. But I kept my eyes open and mouth shut which seemed to save me from…
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Network Engineer Day to Day
Hello family, I tend to have these weird thoughts... maybe not so weird, but I tend to wonder what most "Network Engineers" day to day duties consist of. I remember when I first became a Network Administrator, I was told that my day to day would consist of Layer 2-4, sometimes layer 1 of the OSI model. Now, 4 years later I…
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MS-MIS or MBA
So, curious about elevating my status in life. I've been rolling the idea around of an MBA vs a Masters in IS. Does anyone have any other input on how these degrees benefit you in the future? Growth would be best described as: 1. Leadership roles - stepping away from frontline support, leading and guiding. 2. Promotion…
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Background check for education
In you experience, will the background check company just verify your highest degree or they will verify all education you submitted with your Resume or application form? I had a master in US and a bachelor and a diploma in other country. I am thinking just put my master degree on my Resume. I am worry if they check all…
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Second bachelors Degree.... how do employers view them and is it for me?
Hi all, Hoping to get some solid advice on my current situation. It is long and has a few variables at play that might make my specific situation somewhat unique. I will post my specific questions at the bottom of this post. I apologize for the length of this post, so if you read all of it, thank you! I graduated in 2017…
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Cybersecurity Masters program that I can transfers certs to?
Hello everyone, Here’s my current situation. I’m graduating with my bachelor’s in information systems security in eight weeks. I’m looking for a cyber security masters program that I can transfer my IT certifications over to minimize the cost and length of the program. I have CISSP, CISM, CRISC, CISA, CASP, CCSP, etc. WGU…
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TUPE to MSP advice
Hi, New to the forum and was hoping for some advice about my current situation. I have been with my current employer in a varied Infrastructure job role for 4 years doing a mixture of on-prem compute/storage work (Citrix XenApp/XenDesktop support/VMware/Windows Server/Linux support/UCS/NetApp (7-mode/CDOT)), working in a…
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Entry-level Network/Telecom jobs?
Is there any likelihood that I can find a Network-type job that's entry-level without having a Network+ or CCNA? Actually, I'm not even sure what jobs are available as entry-level. I've been fed up looking for Cybersecurity roles with unrealistic requirements. If it helps any, I'm currently in the NOVA region of the…
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What should I do to overcome the distance education barrier in my career?
Hi Guys, I am Rahul, 26 years old. I have completed my BCA in 2011 and MCA in 2013 both through distance education. Due to some personal problems and financials issue i picked up a job and worked as System Administrator from year 2010 -2015. So once financial stability of the family was restored I started perusing my field…
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Career Help
Hi guys need some insight. Currently i'm working for Yamaha Manufacturing Corporation as a "IT Coordinator". I do a lot of things from Admin access, networking, help desk, etc. I've been in this position for about a year and its been so good so far. I spoke to my manager about Obtaining my CCNA cert within the next couple…
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Job interview tomorrow more nervous than usual
I've done a lot of job interviews this last month and a half. One consistent point is I've never let it get to me much and I just hold the mindset if not this interview then the next. This time though I'm interviewing for a contract to hire after 3 months Desktop Engineer role. The phone screen was different instead of…
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Career option in Android Developement
What career option Their in Android Development?
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How did you get into IT?
I originally graduated with a lame duck bachelors in management from a state school and because of my poor decisions I ended up working in HR/supply chain for ~5 years and sales another 5 before eventually scraping my playbook at age ~30 and rebooting on the help desk. I reached out to a contracting agency and was filled…
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Switching careers within IT advice
Looking for some advice as to what to do. I have been trying for a while to switch careers within IT. Basically I have been working with a GUI based ITSM software now for about 8 years (consultant), its a niche skill and basically near all of it is configured through the GUI. Recently my company switched from that to…
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My PhD Journey at Capella University: PhD ISIA
Hello TE brethren! It’s been
awhile, and I haven’t kept up on updating my progress towards my PhD in
Information Security and Assurance at Capella, so I’ll do a bulk update
here. I’m currently at 44% through the
program, and after this term, I should pass 50%. I only have a total of 2 courses left for the
course work, then…
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Move from Texas to NJ or NYC
Anyone have any thoughts on how the job market is for IT SEC/ System Eng. I have been looking around so I figured why not just throw up a post.
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Why is it so hard with 3 years of IT experience getting $15/hr helpdesk job?
I currently am a Laptop Technician been in this role 2 years now in hopes the experience could lead to an entry level $15/hr help desk job. I got a year experience with an internship years ago doing PHP website development and a little of help desk work. At my current job I started at $12/hr as a Laptop Technician been…
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Can I still get a software job?
I'm 23 years old and want to major in Computer Science. I want to work as a software engineer one day, but the issue is t[FONT="]wo years ago I got arrested for a misdemeanor, but I wasn't convicted of it and it later was expunged. What are my chances of being a software engineer?[/FONT]
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Got Promoted!
Found out yesterday I was promoted and work never told me. Typically in the academy you go in as a trainee and have to wait a year to become a level one. There is no exact path to becoming a two so most likely you stay a one unless you become a SGT or above. I got a raise in July that I thought was related to my current…
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Is middle age wrong time to make a career move to Information Security?
I have noticed a clear trend among employers to hire young people and specially new Grads for grooming in Information Security. On the other hand I have also seem some old folks still sticking around in management and senior positions. However, does it mean that the chances of IT professionals with 12-15 years experience…
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New job..wanted advice!
So months ago I failed the A+ 901 then got a job at a computer store and lost it. Things were bad for months.. getting rejected time after time but I studied while I applied and after many rejections finally got an opportunity and offer. Shortly after the offerI retook the exam and passed it! I start work next week so…
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Informatio security hiring canvass from hiring managers' perspective
Here on TE we often hear about problems when it comes to grabbing a good Information security job. There are lots of threads in which job seekers have vented their frustrations as to how hard job search in this industry seems to be. Since we have lot of Infosec professionals here who are also acting as interviewers or…
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Why are there so many IT call center jobs?
Hello, I'm at my ends wits here, I was laid off from an IT call center job just over 2 years ago and still haven't been able to find steady work. I'll never lose my passion for IT but I'm losing hope in finding a job in IT. I'll have to take any job to survive rather it be retail, uber, doordash, etc with the rate I'm…
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WGU- Questions, Comments, and Concerns
I just applied to the graduate program. I have applied to a few over the past few weeks. -WGU is the only one that asked for the address of my employer. Which I thought wasn't relevant at all. I skipped that question. Luckily it wasn't mandatory and hopefully it will not come up later. All of the other 5 universities I…
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Jump from security analyst to security consultant?
Just wondered is there a big jump in terms of knowledge or are/can these titles be used interchangeably?
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New job, thinking of going already...
Hi, Ok a little background.. I've had 4 IT related jobs since jobs since 1989 and have just started a 5th as an Information Security Officer. For the last 6 years Ive got involved in the infosec side of things whilst also being a systems admin and at the beginning of the year decided to make the jump. After 3 different…
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Commute and Eating Healthy
I about to start my first job in the IT field. Yes, I am very excited and anxious. The problem is that I have to commute about hour and thirty minutes both ways (Until I move closer and hopefully be around beginning of next year.) I just wondering if anybody got any suggestion how I can eat healthy? I trying to lose some…
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Same job from two different staffing agencies.
So Staffing Group A called me about a network engineering job. They told me pays $60K to $65K. I have an interview lined up for thursday 11/8. On Tuesday 11/6 Staffing Group B had me come by to fill out some paperwork for a potential job that pays $85k to $90K. I go fill out the paperwork and she shows me the job and it…
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Foreign Affairs IT Fellowship Program
Hello! I would like to share a great opportunity for those interested in working with the U.S. Foreign Service and who are planning to attend the last two years of an IT-related undergraduate or graduate program in Fall 2019. The application is open for the Foreign Affairs IT Fellowship (FAIT) program. This fellowship…
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Average time in a job/with a company
Hey Guys and Gals, What have you guys noticed the average time most people spend in a job/with a company? I know many things can play a factor in this but, I'm still curious.
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Germany - government contracting
I've been looking at relocating overseas more specifically Germany. I have a TS/SCI clearance, CCNP and 5+ years of networking experience. My question is how much should I be looking at for a salary. Stateside working with the military as a contractor I was making $90K. I don't want to ask for too little/much.
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Georgia Tech Cyber Masters
Anyone else apply? Just got the acceptance yesterday and curious who else is going.
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Master's Degree worth pursuing if wanting to stay technical
Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend. Having graduated from my undergrad 3.5 years ago and tackling on a bunch of certifications, I see other people I work with pursuing their Master's degree or some who are almost done. It almost makes me feel like I am behind but I decided for my career I wanted to stay technical and…
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Remote Positions/Next Steps
I know this has been discussed before, but I feel like I'm in a position that's new to me and I'm struggling to cope with it. I'll try to keep my thoughts clear/concise. Background: -Graduated from CC with AAS in IT in December 2013; accepted first job a few days after and stayed until August 2015 -Went to new role;…
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what next? Post CCNA
Hello all, So i got my CCNA:R/S this weekend which is super exciting, but I wanted to get some ideas on what is next certification wise. I am currently thinking about 2 routes, either got straight for CCNP:R/S or go for CCNA: Sec. Security route popped in my head because i think it will be beneficial to learn and configure…
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Lost in IT Career path
Hello everyone I need help or some kind of IT Boost. I have been working for a large hospital as Help desk analyst for the last 5 years. Around 9-10 years ago, I received my bachelor degree in technical management that was useless for me because I don't even like to supervise or manage people. I currently do not have any…
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Job offer after 10 months at current employer
Most of the time, these threads are posted and the OP has either made up their mind or the OP is BS'ing. I'm neither, I am truly looking for opinions...so whatever you toss out is appreciated. Details in the wall of text (I tried to avoid it!), tl;dr at the end.... My last employer was a Credit Union, I did 50/50…
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2018 Is coming to a end and its time to revamp my reading list looking for recs
So for 2019 im looking to brush up on my Security leadership and management skills. If you have any recommendations that you believe would be beneficial to a CISO / VP / Director of information security lets list it
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How do you view the recruitment bias today ?
This topic actually is inspired by multiple recent threads about employers being worried about job hopping candidates. To me, the broader situation is that companies ask their recruiters to reach out (Mostly LinkedIn in my experience) to qualified candidates that are currently employed. So, your policy is to attract…
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Recruiter asking for W2
Hello all, I have only had a few jobs in IT and most of them dealt with Recruiters, however I have never come across this until today. I applied for a job, interviewed, drug tested, got a start date, and now we're performing i9 work and the recruiting company is asking for my W2 information. I am unwilling to provide this…
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The dangling carrot...
Another WWYD thread. I’ve been told that I’m waiting on another person’s retirement in order to progress in my career on a management track. That retirement is at least two years away. I’m getting burned out in the field I’m in. I’m well paid for the part of the country I’m in, but grossly underpaid compared to the major…
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EXXXtremly frustrated with Cyber Security Job search - What would you do?
I am a very strong willed person who believes a warrior is tested truly in battlefield. However, even the toughest warriors doubt their mettle sometimes. A brief Intro - I have lots and lots of experience in IT - Networking, Systems Admin, Technical Troubleshooting. I also have well over 5 years experience in IT Security -…
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High paying job
I don’t know how true this is but Palo Alto wow a average pay of 200k+ https://www.bizjournals.com/sanjose/news/2018/10/29/palo-alto-networks-typical-worker-makes-224k-per.html
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BS in computer networking degree thats regionally accredited
I know i have asked this in the past, but have forgotten the response. I asked my linux instructor the other day this question and he flat out said he had no idea. The question was, why the university of southern MS/ the school im currently in has a BS degree in computer networking, but when i look back home in California,…
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Job interview/previous work history concern
Went to another job interview and it was brought up they're worried why I keep leaving companies every 2 years. I thought this was common in the field, lots of people in tech leave after a certain period of time but everyone I interview with seems to think its an issue for them The interview i think didn't go well either,…
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Health insurance on 1099 contract
Anyone have suggestions for individual health plans in the US? I was looking for a basic HDHP w/ HSA, and even those were running around $400/mo with a $6000 deductible. I hate to inquire what a more conventional health plan would cost.
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2nd Interview - Technical questions
Hi guys, What technical questions to expect for 2nd interview going for a 1st Line Support Role? Thank you in advance.
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You only grow when you are uncomfortable and challenge yourself
How many on this forum live by that? I certainly have to an extent and it has worked out pretty well for me. What this mean is I usually take jobs that will be very challenging for me. Where quite honestly I may not have been ready for it. I guess some could say "in over your head" a bit. But that's how you grow. That'…
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Tough it out to 2 years?
Seems like it's generally accepted that 2 years is the sweet spot where ATS doesn't throw up a red flag on your resume. But I'm kind of wondering whether or not it's worth it to try to tough it out. There's a fella in charge where I work, not a direct supervisor, but I'd say he's one peg below the CEO if that puts things…
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WGU - MBA in IT Management
I started my program on May 1st. 3 months ago I had never heard of WGU until I found these forums. I have to say, I'm absolutely loving it so far. It's A LOT of work. Papers are averaging 12-16 pages each, I just turned in a 50ish page Project Manager report that's only 1 of 3 tasks for the Project Management class. Tons…
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How many round of layoffs have you been through?
Hey Guys, There are rumors that the ITS department is going through another reorg (high likelihood that its going to happen), it's actually between twice in one year at this enterprise. I would like to say I come off as a pretty strong individual (work smart and efficient) so my luck of not getting laid off gets higher…
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opinion about Fort hayes U, university of the cumberland, Norfolk state?
Hello everyone I needed some advise. I'm interested in getting my masters in cyber security online and I'm very limited on funds. After a thorough research I found few universities which are affordable: 1. Fort Hayes University (public university, very affordable ----leaning towards this) 2. University of the Cumberland…
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Could You Please Review My Resume?
Could You Please Review My Resume? I have attached a mock version of my resume to this thread. My contract is ending in Nov of this year. My ultimate goal would to find a non help desk role. I'm hoping to find a desktop support role. Also, it would be nice to find a full time position in IT.
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Security career focus
I've been thinking a little bit about what to focus on career wise. I'm not looking for employment at the present time but always want to be prepared and skilled. I'm in a unique position at my current employer. I'm managing cybersecurity but my boss really wants to utilize all my skills and keep me hands on. I have no…
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Relocating to the Roanoke VA area soon
Just curious what the job scene for IT is like in this area? I grew up in a part of VA where a lack of true IT jobs (and a girlfriend trying to move away) drove me away to another state to find work in the IT field. The girlfriend recently got accepted to grad school in Roanoke, and truth be told i'm dying to be closer to…
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Good IT things to learn for the workplace or future jobs?
Hi, my experience is within Active directory, configuring cisco switches and routers and doing a bit of virtualization (vmware,hyper-V), upgrading desktop PCs. Are there any good IT skills I can learn outside of work which can be achieved fairly easily and quickly in a home environment (i.e. where you have a couple of PCs…
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BS degree in computer networking salary ?
Hello, i was just curious if anyone knew the salary range for a student with a BS degree in computer networking from a regionally accredited university. I have a buddy that was just hired starting out at 28,000 per year which is what im making right now just by working front desk at a hotel. I have 2 semesters left until i…
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Any grants/scholarships/Financial Assistance for MS in Cybersecurity
Hi Guys, I am currently exploring my MS in possibly Cyber-security and Information Assurance. I know there are many threads here which talk about institutions/fees etc that offer this MS program but I want to find out what are the funding options available? I have heard Govt/DHS/DoD are very actively trying to create a…
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Recruiter asking for my DOB, Wife DOB and how many kids?
This is to determine my bill rate, in relation to insurance. This to me sounds strange, anyone else ever experience this? I'm not comfortable with this......
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Got CCNA time to move
Hello All, Got my CCNA: R/S today! I want to hit the job market to try to land a network admin job, been doing help desk for quite a while and it's def time to move. Can I get some advice on my resume to see if i need to beef anything up? overall i think it's pretty good but may fear the end is where i'm lacking. thank you…
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IQ and job ability
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjs2gPa5sD0&t=57s I found this to be extremely interesting, especially the piece about crystallized and fluid intelligence.
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Resume Review request
Hey guys, I have been applying to a number of positions and have not had much luck. I suspect my resume may be sub par. If anyone has any pointers that would be great. Person 123 fake st, fake state 12345 (123) 123-1234 email@email.com Page 1 Certifications Comp Tia A+ Certification (April 2011 - April 2014) Cisco CCENT…
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Starting the WGU BS Cloud and System Administration
My term starts 4-1-18, I have been on the fence on starting WGU since April of last year. I decided to finally pull the trigger and finish my degree. I was able to transfer in most Gen Ed classes and all my current certs. Unfortunately the A+ and Network+ are expired and will not transfer in. I am hoping to finish within…
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Company has concerns about job jumps
I am interviewing again and trying to leave this company. Basically I always end up in the same company for almost 2 years and than I'm gone There's a company right now I'm looking to get into but they mentioned the job jumps as its an issue for them but they're considering me anyway Why is it an issue if a lot of people…
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University of Texas to offer an online masters in Computer Science through edX too
for 10k https://www.edx.org/masters/online-master-science-computer-science-utaustinx good stuff.
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Any NATO / NCI Agency people here?
I've seen some interesting roles with NATO in The Hague and would like to ask anyone here about their NATO experience. Feel free to inbox me. Thanks!
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Some quick questions about Job search forums, CV and Post interview follow up
I am relatively a newcomer to job search and interviews so can use some help. Can someone please let me know 1. What are some of the most active and helpful forums for job search where job seekers share their experiences and tips? reddit? Indeed forums? 2. When submitting a resume, do you remove all or most non relevant…
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Trying to break into CyberSec, yet no one wants to hire entry level
Hey Guys, I have almost 7 years infrastructure support, 3 in Helpdesk, and 4 as SA. I've been trying to build my resume with certs since I don't have cybersec exp. I currently work in the DC area, and hold a Secret Clearance. I'm having a hard time finding a new position(I'm currently working, but SA is getting old real…
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Will this Part Time NOC position benefit me?
Looking at this position that is part time on the weekends, just to supplement my income and fluff my resume. I already work full IT in a desktop support role, full time. Would this NOC position and skills transition on my resume to beneficial skills down the road, when I start job hunting? It is a NOC at…
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What questions do you ask the interviewer?
I like to ask questions back however I feel mine are getting stale. I do ask one and it's a must when it comes to project work. What type of collaboration methods do you use? If they stumble or seem like a deer in the head lights I won't take the position. Projects with out project meetings (at least weekly, with all…
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Changing degrees at WGU to Data Management / Data Analytics
So I'm currently in the Network and Security degree program getting ready to sit the ICND2 exam in 2 weeks. I will be talking to my mentor Friday about changing to... https://www.wgu.edu/online-it-degrees/data-management-analytics-bachelors-program.html The reason I'm doing this is because I'm consequentially learning…
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Applying credits from a previous bachelors to another?
Any idea if there are universities out there that accept credits from a previous degree? Maybe a website that has info? I've "googled" quite a bit and came up with 0. Maybe this is a case by case basis and school by school..... Have any of you done this before?
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Cybersecurity Analysts Salary
I received an email today from CompTIA about cybersecurity jobs. In the article, they list Cybersecurity Analysts with a salary range of $55,560 to $153,090. They list Pentester as $101,000 and Cybersecurity Engineer with a range of $107,000-$127,000. This seems off to me, but I'm not in the security field, so I don't…
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It certifications a lawyer can pursue
I would like to know any good IT certification that an information technology lawyer with elementary knowledge of science and maths can get ? Pls just to have an edge in my career .
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Failed SOC interview
Background on me. Coming up on the better part of 8 years as an infrastructure guy, worked my way from Tier 1 Helpdesk to Sysadmin. In the past 2 years I have attained the CEH and CCNA Cyber Ops. I got these certs honestly, however with separation of duties, the skills I learned on the Cyber Ops have certainly diminished.…
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Information Assurance job in Qatar
Putting some feelers out to see if I can find someone to replace me in my current role. I know there’s been a lot of interest in overseas jobs, and this is a really good one that I hate to leave. The main requirements are a secret clearance, CISSP or CISM and GCIH. The pay is really good, as well as the accommodations. I…
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Data and Security
I'm noticing a crossroads of data and security in a lot of job descriptions lately. Especially in the financial/banking and health care sectors. What I was wondering is it possible to leverage a heavy data oriented background into one of these roles from your experiences? For instance a certain banking company has a ton of…
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Nashville anyone?
Looking at a position in Nashville, TN. The pay is significantly higher.... Pros or Cons? I'm coming from a midwest city in Missouri.....
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Job postings , one in IL-BRACEVILLE, the other IL-CLINTON
Braidwood CSSA: https://exeloncorp.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=214653&lang=en About a hour southwest of downtown Chicago. Clinton CSSA: https://exeloncorp.taleo.net/careersection/jobdetail.ftl?job=214649&lang=en In the middle of nowhere, about 2 1/2 hours from downtown Chicago. Let me know if you have any…
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How is Germany Job market
How is Germany or France job market? What skills needed there? Most of my experience is in cloud support (AWS, Openstack) and Linux support.
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Moving from one position to another and......
The money is there, bonus, title, work place etc....... But you aren't learning as much or getting your hands on next gen technologies. With the potential risk of becoming obsolete in the future, how did you handle this situation if in fact you found yourself in a situation like this? Just curious about your experiences…
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...Job role?
I'm coming up on 8 months into my job at an MSP after having been farted out of 2 years of community college, and I feel like it's around time I start specializing and step a bit away from generalizing. My official title is "Help Desk Technician" but I feel like some of the things I've been doing (editing registry of a…
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Thinking of relocating to find right job
Hello, I'm planning for the not too distant future. I'm currently a Network Technician and plan to complete a bachelors degree from WGU in Network Ops and Security in 1.5 years. My current pay isn't that great, however its great experience. Theirs no higher level jobs or no raise possible at my current employer, and I live…
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Let My Clearance Expire
[FONT="]Decided i no longer want to work for DoD contracting companies. The pay is great (100k) especially compared to the amount of actual experience i have but man is it boring . Most of the time im sitting on my a$$ in my office. I get a ticket once a week . I did take this down time to study and im close to…
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MSCSIA in 335 Days! (Long Read)
[FONT=&]**I posted this already on the WGU subreddit and I figured to post it here as well** First, sorry for the long post. I have recovered from the larger-than-life hangover I had this morning and I decided to post my experience on WGU’s MSCSIA program, but first some background information. I am currently in the…
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WGU: C|EH & Sec+ Do not count for "Fundamentals of Information Security"???
Had transfer eval done for BS Comp Sci and I'm irritated all to hell now. My Sec+ cert applied as Network and Security Foundations* Network+ nothing * C|EH nothing * A.A.S. in MIS basically nothing Oh well, lets see what SNHU, UMUC and TESU say...
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Masters Program Question
I know the decision is ultimately up to me, but just wanted to get a couple opinions... I am considering going to grad school. I am conflicted between UMUC and WGU. I like the UMUC Program in Cybersecurity and if I take two more classes I would be able to get a second Masters in Digital Forensics. Though I like the idea of…
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My Cyber Security job search experience so far - Wish I had known this earlier.
I started applying for Information Security Analyst jobs about a month ago. Here are some of the take aways summarizing my experience. YMMV 1. There is absolutely no shortage of cybersecurity talent. That is total hogwash. For every job, they are getting lots of applicants. Yes, the market is hot, quite a few jobs are…
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A few Questions About Desktop Support – Looking For Support and Ideas
I successfully completed a Service desk job in May. I started another job in June 2018 as a desktop support tech, and the job goes until Nov 2018. My official title is Desktop Support Tech Level 1. For the most part I support work from home call center agents. I can support internal employees, when they submit requests for…
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Job change worries
So I'm in need of switching jobs since I have been here for two years now and its honestly just the same work over and over again with not much new coming in. This is what you get in cookie cutter companies where most things stays the same Anyway, what I'm worried about is what if I find another similar job but I'm not…
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How much would YOU ask for?
[FONT=&]Found this part time position for a small business. (Before you start asking WHY get a part time job, and start spouting off on getting certifications) I am working on certs, yet I also need to pay off debt. Hell, I'm days away from accepting a job from teaching Chinese kids English via Skype or being that guy…
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SOC Training - How to go about it?
Lets just say I am bored but have few more months to kill before starting job search. I want to get (preferably real life some hands on) some SOC experience just to gain a better insight into the world of frontline security combat. The question is - How do I get the experience in a soc without necessarily joining one? I…
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Traveling IT Positions
Just curious what your experiences were for travel positions. I'm currently in the running for a requirements / solution position for software transactional systems and bi solutions. Essentially you travel on Monday to a plant and meet with the end users having discussions in regards to their short coming, challenges…
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Lets talk about job SOC
Hello. I'm working in one security startup in the country of 3 world. I've been in this company for more than a year and only once our SOC team had a project. The project was shitty. We did not know what to do and the client did not know what he needed. The project existed 3-4 months and client abandoned our services. I…
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What do I need to do/have if I want to work in GRC but skip SOC/NOC
I am quite keen to work in GRC, TRA etc. but have limited exposure to GRC directly, infact very little. I have quite a few years experience of PC/Network and Physical security. I have worked on as Systems Admin and with Networking as well. Having spent 15 years in IT and cyber security, I want to move directly into GRC.…
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Career Advice - Military
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Cloud Career Path Advice?
Hi All, I been out for a while. I been working as an IT assistant for almost 2 years for a non-profit. It was a good opportunity for experience since I was a business major. I'm currently studying for Linux+. I have A+, Linux Essentials, Project+. I would like to eventually move onto Cloud administration or similiar role.…