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What things should I know how to do when I begin my first help desk job?
To those that have done this or a desktop support role, I want to make sure that I have the basics under my belt. Then if I don't know how to do something someone suggests, I can go ahead and try to learn it or brush up on it at least. I think this will also help me on interviews, or give me a few things to add/replace on…
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Higher Level Classes
Does anyone have the list of higher level classes at WGU that grant the credit for lower level classes?
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WGU generic application waiver code
I posted this in the referral thread, but though it might merit a mention in it's own thread. I stopped my application process at the payment screen, and after a few attempts to reach me on my mobile by an enrollment counselor, I was texted an application waiver code: WGUTXT So if you'd like to submit an application…
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Getting a desktop support job??
Are most desktop support jobs given to people who are already in the company or interns or people that they know already? If someone has experience and certs should it be easy to get a desktop support jobs or will the "inners" always get those spots first? Do they always favor those even if they find someone else who has…
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Taking a job you don't care to do, for the money?
So interesting situation currently. About two weeks ago I was approached by a recruiter for an IAM Engineer position at another large global financial firm (a direct competitor to my current one) and it would have been a $13k raise PLUS 15% annual bonus, with that bonus bringing compensation to a hair under $100k. As I've…
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"Take it or leave it" No Negotiation. Standard now?
After 8 weeks of interviewing and back and forth, I was formally offered a job over email Monday night. The initial offer was about 12-15% under market value for this position (IT Systems Administrator w/ virtualization skills) for the area. They offered 58k. I put together a counter offer of 65k and sent it over fully…
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Question about WGU IT Bachelors Network degrees, certs
I was looking at possibly applying to get into WGU to earn a 4 year degree, and it appears both Network degrees along with the generic IT degree is filled with random (and for me useless) certs including all A+/N+/S+/P+/L+/CIW Certs/MTA Certs. I have absolutely no interest in taking any of those exams, and wondering if…
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Path your career has taken?
I know most people consider Help Desk to be the entry point, but where do most people go after that? I thought it might be interesting to ask where people started and what career path they took from there. I was also curious if people were satisfied with their career path. For instance, mine is: Support Technician Field…
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New Job at Cisco with Net+
Hey everyone I wanted to express my excitement of a job offer i have with Cisco Systems. It is a move add change support job. From the job description there is a lot of call manager duties and VOIP related duties. Im very excited. Im new to IT i have 4 months at an isp help desk and net+. My plan is 6 figures in 5 years.…
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what soft skills does the interviewer look for in a security analyst role?
Just wondering do they look for a certain type of person?
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Taking a position from phone interview..
So I interviewed for a position for a new contract that is starting up in September. The contract is more of a Linux Administrator role which would give me some experience and offers to tuition reimbursement. But I'm having doubts about taking a job without seeing the environment, people or the manager though. I was only…
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Another Resume Critique thread
Hey guys, wondering if you want to help out and critique my resume. I used some examples on styling from here, please be up-front and honest. Attachment not found.
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Service Desk to Systems Administrator - moving up!!
Hi guys, Recently I've been made more acutely aware of the potential to move up and/or around in the new company I am with (4 months). I've been primarily in the Service Desk/Desktop Support Role for about 15 years now. So I'm experienced with ICT, good with people and solid with trouble shooting IT issues. I'd really like…
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Resigning with no notice?
I've been at my current contract role for a few months now. I took it for strictly for an income. Haven't learned a thing nor made any new connections as co-workers don't really interact with each other. People here will sit and browse/Facebook ALL DAY. Anyhow the hiring manager from another company I interviewed with told…
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Should I Major In Computer Science If Im Not Good At Math?
I love computers and programming but hate math, it's always been my weakest subject. Most schools I've seen require Calculus 1-3 for Computer Science majors. I know I will more than likely not use math in the career I want to pursue (Network Engineering) but I want the C.S degree because it is more valuable to employers.
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choosing a programming language
Hi guys, I got a question and was hoping you could help me : I am gonna move to Canada In a year and I need to learn a programming language.I wanted to know besides Net+ and CCNA , which programming language will more likely lead to a job? I appreciate your help
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Questions regarding Masters program at WGU
So I'll be finishing up my degree in Information Technology (no specific emphasis) at WGU in the next couple of months. I'm trying to decide on which Masters program to go with. My question is: Has anyone here finished the general IT program at WGU and then went on to either one of these Masters programs? If so, what was…
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Can't decide between two degrees?
Hello, Last semester was my final semester at community college and now I am moving on to finish up the final years of my degree. I have two choices that I am teetering between. There is a degree in Business Education with a focus in Information Technology, or a degree in Information Technology. I am leaning towards the…
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security administration analyst interview feedback
Hi Guys, Based on the the below job description how best can i prepare for this interview. I have already started researching ids/ips host based tools.This will hopefully be my break into a security role. It just seems quite broad still. Any tips or must knows so to speak. Does it seem like alot? Would really love to get…
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Resume review?
I was hoping to get my resume reviewed! Any sort of feedback is definitely appreciated. I am not really on an active job hunt at the moment, but I try to keep it updated and I've never actually had anyone else take a gander at it. Attachment not found.
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Well Crap....
My position that I was sure I had, has now evaporated for at least a few weeks!, I am bummed, but after talking to a high level manager for the partner company that had made an offer, is still optimistic that he will be able to bring me aboard at a very good salary, so my hopes are up and I will wait to see what happens!
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User Access/Permissions Security Administration
I will be having a job interview shortly that will have this title. I assume I will have questions regarding active directory. I have worked help desk as my current role. I do have a small lab at home with dns and dhcp, i know how to create a user ect. what sort of questions should I expect? global groups? shared drives?…
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Opinion: Contract-to-hire
Hey everyone, I just had a recruiter talk to me about an opportunity in my area for a Systems Engineer. It sounds like a pretty sweet gig and I asked all the questions I could while I had the chance. However, he mentioned that it was a contract-to-hire and that is the company standard. This particularly raises a flag for…
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Going into business for yourself?
Has anyone had an experience unplugging from the matrix and starting a services/consulting/contracting business for themselves ? Providing IT services and all the wonderful things most of us would be tasked with doing on the everyday level for individuals or small businesses? I was wondering if you guys had some good…
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How To Get My Foot In The Door?
I will be going to college for either Computer Science or Management Information Systems(I dont know yet), while working on entry level certs such as Network+, CCENT etc.. I'll also try to get as much experience as I can by working on the computers and network through work-study. Would this be enough to get my foot in the…
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help desk or desktop support?? (help! D: )
My bf now has a desktop support job and loves it. However, he lives out of sate from me and has been wanting to move. After many moths of looking, he finally has been offered a help desk job but it's not what he wants to do. He doesn't want to sit all day and would rather do in-person computer fixing rather than over the…
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Remote Contract Work -- How much to charge?
Hello, I've been working in the database realm for over 4 years with SQL server and I have recently been taking on remote contracts for after hours development and Dba work. How much should I be charging in relation to my current salary? Working from home for extra work is much better than driving and working on site. I…
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Virtual Classroom Training?
Hey all, I'm still fairly new to my current job (4 months in), so don't really want to rock the boat too much asking for expensive training. I found out that my company has already purchased or been given a set number of training credits through an IBM partner to be used this fiscal year, so the 5-day class cost ($3,800)…
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Which Cert to get?
I'm currently working as local tech support for a small not-for profit association. I said local because we have a consultant company who acts as network/server admin, they are off site. Anything wrong in the office I'm the first person employees call, if I cannot handle the problem then I call this consultant. I have a BS…
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Benefit of Master's Degree?
I was wondering if it is worth obtaining a Master's Degree in the networking field? Currently, I have a 4 year Bachelor's in I.T. and a CCENT certification. I am working on my A+, and then CCNA after (I know, weird order). I am just starting my first I.T. job Monday, which is only an entry level help desk job. I'm…
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I finally received a job offer...but now my clearance is in limbo
I received a job offer from a federal contractor. i went through the background check and filling out the eqip to obtain a security clearance (secret). i was told that i would need to get an interim security clearance to start right away. I went 2 weeks after submitting the eqip when an investigator contacted me. at the…
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It's finally happened!
I got a job offer for an entry-level I.T. position (Help Desk) within a medium sized organization. I thought this day would never come. After going on 30+ interviews over the span of 2 years, and feeling as if I would never be able to get my foot in the door... I can definitely say the feeling is unbelievable. I am so glad…
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What is this positions real title?
I was pinged for a interview today and but no title was given, kind of weird. Here is what was discussed.* In change of maintence and upgrades * Refactoring Applications so they run more effeciently * Redesign an access database front end connected to a RDMBS backend. * Upgrade ticketing system * Review in-house…
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MAB authentication issue with Cisco ISE
OK guys, I have an issue here. Not sure about how many of you are familiar with Cisco ISE, but I'm currently working on getting some VOIP phones working with MAB commands configured as well. I have configured an Endpoint group and an identity for this particular phone in the identity management section. There are plenty of…
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Rant: IT career boredom
Warning: Rant ahead. I've been in this industry for a decade now, and this whole IT career thing is boring me to death sometimes. I'm doing well money-wise, and I whenever I target a certain position in a certain company/industry, I end up getting there. Still I can't help but feel bored to tears sometimes. I do maintain a…
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Updated my resume
Hello all, I've decided to update my resume and needed some opinions on how it is coming along so far. I've only included the latest work experience and my certs/education. If you need to view the whole thing let me know but the rest of it follows the same structure. Thanks in advance!
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WGU certification transfer question
Hello, I am new to TechExams, so hello! I have a question, I am interested in going to WGU. Here is my question, I have certifications and I know they will transfer them in if they are less than 5 years old. The certifications I have are the following: Comptia: A+, Network+, Server+, Security+ Microsoft: MCP, MCDST, MCITP…
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Starting Entry Level Help Desk Job
I am starting an entry level help desk job on Monday. I have no experience on a professional level, but have passed the CCENT, and am currently studying for A+. I was wondering if anyone with experience in a help desk job can give me some good advice or tips before I start? Or just some good information to read up on. I…
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McAfee rescinded job offer
Hi guys, This is more of a motivational rant against myself. I currently work as a security analyst in DC and I'm trying to move on to a higher or a more challenging position. I recently got my resume out and the calls started coming in. I received a call last week from McAfee about a consulting position because I have…
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Accepted offer new offer much better comes up
I know this is silly but I wanted to run this by my TE brothers and sisters. Would an email to the manager letting him know I won't be accepting the job is all that is required? ***My start date is next week. The other positions is about 14 more an hour, I just can't pass it up, not to mention it's a more inline with my…
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WGU BS IT Degrees
Hi I am new to the forums and was hoping someone could help me answer a question. Which degree from WGU is best suited for someone interested in pursuing a career as a network administrator? Would it be the BS in IT or the BS in IT-Network Administration. I know the answer seems obvious but when looking at the two degrees…
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Is my masters degree a liability for entry level IT work?
First, I'll give you a little history: some years ago, I graduated from my mid-major state uni with a BS in History and Political Science and then I went on to graduate school to work on my masters degree in Library Science (yes, to become a librarian). Before I graduated, of course, the great recession began. After…
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Getting Back into the Game...Advice Needed
Hello all, I happened to stumble upon this forum and wanted to introduce myself and possible seek a little advice on getting back into IT after a few year hiatus. To start let me give a little background. After graduating High School, instead of going to college I opted to start working in sales and had moderate success…
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New user and student trying to get into IT, Resume critique and advice appreciated
Hey guys, just joined this forum and wanting to be an active part this community. I was in school for law enforcement 3 years ago until I decided that I wanted nothing to do with it. Financial reasons required me to take a break from school so I could work a second job and get back onto a stable field. I just recently got…
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1 month until first network engineering interview, anything I should watch out for?
So I applied for a job of technical support about 3 months back, didn't get it (or an interview) but the employer messaged me asking if he could contact me in the future if anything comes up. Anyway a few days ago he asks me if I would like to meet him because a network engineer role has come up. So this is awesome I even…
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Question about after an interview
I had a job interview at a casino 2 weeks ago and thought I did very well. He seemed to like my answers and it was a very positive interview. The interview was 2 weeks ago. How much following up is too much? I hate waiting to hear back from companies and become very eager. How do you handle this? Its a great opportunity…
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coming up with interview questions
Hello all, I have been asked to help picking out a new network admin for our company, but need some help coming up with questions. I know some questions to ask in regards our environment, but looking for personality type questions or technical questions. The title is a little misleading since there's not much of a cisco…
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business card company logo or certification logo?
Hi, Anybody here have business cards? Do you use your company logo or a logo that represents you personally, like a certification logo? I assume many people put a company logo and then credentials under or next to their name. Thoughts?
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Starting WGU MSISA 8/1
Well, it's done. After toying with it for over a year I finally committed to the MSISA. As others have said here this is just a checkbox for my personal goals and it's neither required for my job nor expected to get me a raise, better job, etc. My sole goal is to finish this as quick as I can and spending as little as…
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Career advice-please help
Background: I am a tech exams lurker. Been lurking in the shadows for about 6 months. Decided to get a membership recently. :) I work in a Engineering Lab for an Aerospace Company. In a couple of weeks, I will have been there for 14 years. In the last few years, I have went back to school and got my associates in general…
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Looking for some Input
Morning T/E Folks, This spot seems to be a good place to give and receive advice and I am looking for a little of it myself. I feel like I'm in a bit of a limbo here and could use some words of advice/encouragement. My problem is, career-wise I have absolutely no idea what to do next. For a little back story, I am 26 have…
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DB Job Description: Do you know how to go about this?
My boss is asking me to reconcile a list of IT assets provided by discovery scans with the data base of IT assets that exist in the Configuration Management Data Base. We need the contractor to create a repeatable process by which discovered assets can be added to the DB. Is there anyone out there that has done this before…
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First IT job advice needed and Resume critique please!
Hello everyone. I pretty new to all of this. I have done some jobs with my dad who does some IT networking the side for the past two years. I just passed the A+ exam and currently studying for the security + exam. I would like to get a help desk job fairly quickly. I've had limited hands on experience. How can I build a…
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IT Job Field Advice
Hey guys im new to the forums and had a few questions for you. I am finishing up my B.A. in Networking Cyber Security I got my Associates in Networking Engineering last year. I was curious as what my main job I should be going for once I finish with my Bachelors in March. My only experience besides doing computer repairs…
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Finally in Help Desk
All, I just wanted to provide some motivation to those still looking to break in to the industry. I have just accepted a Help Desk position within my company (was a bank teller). After applying to so many positions I was thinking I would have to pass the CCNA just to land an entry level position. I also found out that the…
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How to transition into a sales role?
I am an extrovert. I love to communicate information and have a unique ability to gain trust and solve problems for people. Prior to my role as an Information Assurance Manager I worked in sales and thrived both mentally and monetarily. To be honest I have had a really hard time transitioning from a sales role into an IT…
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Where to find cheap CompTIA vouchers?
My main question is where do I find somewhat cheaper CompTIA voucher's? I have one for the Network+ I need to use by August and one for the A+ and Security+ by the middle of January. The reason I'm asking is I'm worrying that I'm not going to be able to get to the Security+ considering that I still have classes, work, and…
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Resume critique
If you guys can look over my resume and give me some ideas that i could change that would be great. ThanksAttachment not found.
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Dead end job to IT job
hello I'm 33 years old and I'm looking to get a career in the IT field. I would like to know what certs are companys looking for in 2014. I have my A+ cert but never used it. I'm pretty good with creating databases and spread sheets but I'm pretty sure that's old now. I need to know what's in demand and paying the most…
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do non/less technical roles exist in the security field?
Hey, I was curious to know if all jobs in the i.t security area are technical roles? I would be interested to know if there are any non technical roles( or at least knowing the foundations) paths in the area. I guess some people here working in security can advise if this is possible. Im sure there are many titles in the…
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WGU B.S. Business—Information Technology Management (starting July 1st, 2014)
I had a total of 21 CUs transfer. That leaves me 99 CUs to complete my bachelor's degree. I plan to complete it in 3 terms but could technically finish in 2 if all the planets align. I'll continue to update this thread with my progress.
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Recruiter sending unsolicited email to my work address
In the past week I've received two unsolicited emails from the same rectruiter at my work email address. I can see he found me originally on LinkedIn but made no effort to contact me through there. He seems to have made a reasonable guess at my address, not a huge stretch since we use a pretty standard nomenclature. I…
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What should I do?
I want to become a Network Engineer I have my CCNA, a two year degree in Network Admin, and two years of help desk experience but it's a dead end job. Should I apply for a help desk with another company and work my way up or search all around the US for Networking jobs requiring no networking experience? I appreciate any…
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New IT job, Adjustment period?
I just started a new job on on the 1st of the month... After awhile of looking I landed a Network Admin job with a medium sized company and it seems very promising with a good chance to learn a TON. Its a 3 month contract to hire position so I still need to impress to stay on with the company, which I am not overly worried…
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Upset and insulted after mid year review, not sure if I am overreacting
So 3 months ago from tomorrow the 15th, I was pulled aside by my supervisor and told that my next review I'd be getting bumped up a level on the support desk, because I obviously deserved it. Since then I've been busting my ass double time studying outside my work to be able to handle a larger variety of issues, but…
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Kinda burnt out
I am currently attending WGU, I am half way through my current term and on track to finish after my next term. I landed my first IT job two months ago and have learned alot there and study work related stuff at home. I currently feel really burnt out with WGU and have a hard time keeping up with the material. I work 50…
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Turned down for promotion
I am not sure what to do. My bosses encouraged me to apply for the next level and then I was told today after the interview (from my same boss) that my tech skills were not quite there yet. They made a point that everything else is above expectations and that I am the most technical person at my position. They didn't give…
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Need advice for a Technical Interview with Rackspace Hosting
Well I received a call from a Rackspace Hosting recruiter for a System Engineer position (Junior Linux Administrator). I've done technical interviews before but none with a major company like rackspace. Can anyone offer any ideas on what to prepare for. I'm already getting some linux, apache, and sql commands together. Any…
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Thanks to this forum I found a new job!
I started studying for A+ 801/802 in March, after recovering from shoulder surgery for what was already 4months with 4 more on the way I knew I wouldn't be physically fit for the fitness test to become a police officer like my associates is in (Criminal Justice) and I also knew the path to becoming a police officer most…
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Your certifications and expiration
If you were to never do another certification again and let them all expire which ones would you be left with? This includes not doing CE to maintain certifications. A+ , N+ and S+ all have expired for me since I took security + after the do not expire deadline. Those are gone CAPM expires in 2017 RMP expired next year…
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CWNA & OSCP during University?
In September I will be going into University with a CCENT and hoping to get my CCNA R&S | Security mid year (October - February) Provided I do get these, I have my target set on trying to get the OSCP and CWNA over the next year and a half.. I was wondering if this is a wise idea to do? Taking into consideration I don't…
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Looking for Information.
Howdy all, I applied for a part time IT field position yesterday with a company called Elite Tek Services and wanted to see if anyone here has any experience with this company and if so, what are your thoughts, they seem to be a large company based out of CA, but seem to have technicians all over the country, I am located…
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Great article on not letting your career stagnate
Don’t Get Stuck in Your Job | DonJones.com
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What are questions I could expect to get for a NOC interview?
There is a possible job opening in my work for a network admin (basically noc tech). I have my network+ and ccent and if i get it i'll finish my ccna. I have had the opportunity to shadow over there and continue to shadow in the department so the manager knows my name. What are some things I should know for an interview or…
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IT in the Tampa area
My family and I are considering moving to the Tampa area as a first choice and north miami/Boca as a second option. Anyone on here from either of those areas know how the IT market is and can you offer some suggestions on areas to avoid/areas to look in for homes? I'd like to keep the commute to an hour or less and we…
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How long was your longest job interview?
I applied for a new job about a month ago. It's an international corporation with their HQ in my area. I had to complete a Hirevue as the initial interview. I used the iPad app but it basically asks you questions and does a video recording of your answers. It then uploads your answers (without you even seeing them) and…
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job interview question
hey guys i have an interview for an ict technician role at my local college and one of the question to come up in the interview process is "what improvement could ICT make ?" i really have not got a clue how to answer this, any suggestions out here? thanks
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Anyone Using Military Tuition Assistance at WGU?
I can't seem to wrap my head around how that can work on a full term basis. It is not worth it to pay by cu of $350. If you get 4500 per fiscal year are they paying 2250 per term you pay the balance? Which is fine but knowing all the rules in place I'm sure its not that easy. Thanks
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Resume critique/non-related unfinished degree but with a little IT experience
Hi guys, tl;dr: I'd be grateful if someone were to look at my resume (attached as a jpeg), and either offer specific suggestions, or tell me how well it would work for either L1/L2 support roles or junior admin positions. Also, would it realistically be possible to get a junior admin position with my current CV, or should…
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Reapplying for a job I interviewed for once
My wife and I moved from Indiana to Maryland 3 weeks ago tomorrow so she could start a prestigious new job. In the weeks before we left, I did some remote job hunting and did a few phone interviews but they all wanted people to start sooner than I would be in town. Well, one of them has just reposted an opening for one of…
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My Updated Resume
I have been working for a few months now, so I wanted to reupload my resume and see what you all think. I have omitted certain information such as my name, contact info, and company. The position I had from May 2014 was actually a volunteer position.
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Should I be looking for a different job, or stay she's gather experience?
Hi guys, just wondering what you guys think on whether I should be looking for a different job/employer. Quick background: I have A+, Network+, and CCENT. I am currently working towards CCNA & MCSA. I am a Microsoft person through and through. However, in May I was hired as a helpdesk support / IT Assistant in an Apple…
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WGU capstone question
For those of you that have already submitted and passed your capstone I have a question. How much of your prospectus was carried over to your written project? It seems to me that many questions in the prospectus could also answer the written project. I am under the impression that the prospectus is pre-research project and…
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Working on base vs Off Base?
Would like to know what your opinions are. If possible please list pros and cons.
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Should I be looking for a different job, or stay she's gather experience?
Hi guys, just wondering what you guys think on whether I should be looking for a different job/employer Quick background: I have A+, Network+, and CCENT. I am currently working towards CCNA & MCSA. I am a Microsoft person through and through. However, in May I was hired as a helpdesk support / IT Assistant in an Apple…
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Should I be looking for a different job, or stay she's gather experience?
Hi guys, just wondering what you guys think on whether I should be looking for a different job/employer Quick background: I have A+, Network+, and CCENT. I am currently working towards CCNA & MCSA. I am a Microsoft person through and through. However, in May I was hired as a helpdesk support / IT Assistant in an Apple…
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Mistakes you've made on the job
Just curious to see what type of goofs everyone has made in the workplace. Were you new? What was the impact? How was it handled? I'll start... First few months out of undergrad and working for a large aerospace/defense company, I'm for some reason immediately given the keys to the kingdom (r00t) without hesitation. I'm…
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IT Job anxiety? Help/ rant
Hello Everyone, I'm actually lined up for an "initial" interview soon but I guess the fear of the unknown and self-doubt is slowly sinking in. I have a few Comptia Certs and my Bachelors in Information Systems will be completed in a few months, but right now I feel as if I don't "know" anything. Sure I took the time to…
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Transition to IT from another field
Hi everyone, I'm new here, trying to gather information about the possibility of transitioning to IT from my current career; any pointers would be very helpful. I currently work in a private college development department doing data entry/basic database stuff. I have a bachelors and masters in music composition (don't ask…
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Job Hopping, bad for CV?
Hey forum, I am on an Irish govt run scheme called Jobbridge. I get paid a bit extra on top of welfare while I take part in volunteer internships. I can leave with 1 weeks’ notice, so its flexible. I have been at my current internship for 1 month (this will be my 5th week). Using Active Directory (resetting passwords,…
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Intermediate skills (AD/MS Server)
So I'm curious, what do you all think what would come under the intermediate skills for Active Directory and Microsoft Server? I've seen this on a few job postings but I couldn't really find anything online.
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Applying for internal position, do I negotiate?
So I have been at my current company for 5 months. The position I have right now is mostly end-user support for a remote helpdesk (MSP), however the next position up deals with Exchange, more AD, Group Policy, etc. Also, it deals with hundreds of different clients rather than just the two companies I work for. I was…
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Any advice from Network Engineers? Starting up Network ENgineer level II at FIserv
Hey guys, I am starting up a network engineering job in 3 weeks. I got highered by Fiserv and well I was wondering if you guys had any advice going into this job. Do you have any tips and suggestions that I should look out for?I have my own way but this is a raw network engineering job. DO you guys have any wisdom to give…
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Back and forth career move?
Hello, I was hoping to get some career advice from fellow network engineers/security engineers. To give some background, I'm currently working as an information security engineer and I've been quite happy with this role ever since I started almost exactly a year ago. Before that I worked in network engineering for a small…
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Wireless I.T. ?
Is there a such thing as this? What sort of certifications relate to this. I have got the basic infrastructure certifications from MTA and now I am looking to find a path toward a career in this field. Any advice is welcome thanks.
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Backups
What is the best way to perform a backup? I'm not really talking about copying important files directly to a flash drive, DVD-R, etc. How do you guys perform backups? Windows built-in backup, downloadable software, etc.?
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Finally off the Helpdesk advice wanted
After 3 years in 2 different helpdesk roles I have finally been offered a more desk side position.(Amen the desk was driving me cray) As a Network Support Technician I will be putting together workstations, monitoring servers, still answering users questions and user management. My question is I am wondering how I can put…
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For MN IT guys - Here is a list of IT jobs clubs
~~~ METRO AREA JOB CLUBS ~~~ Updated 4/15/14 Please contact Bruce Hanson at bghanson@msn.com with any changes, corrections, additions Job Transition groups host guest speakers and offer group discussions on topics related to job search, an opportunity to network for job leads and the chance to gain support from other job…
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Have you ever signed a pre-contract?
I have less than a year of experience and in September I'm going to start my new job as Director of the Security Division. It seems my future employer saw some sort of potential on me, because he wants me to sign a pre-contract so I couldn't go to any other organization. I feel right now like a football star! xD I'm…
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Horrible Work Environment
I work in a basic run of the mill call center with people who are twice/almost three times my age. I feel like it's a close to a slave shop. We sit in a room all day with a headset tied around our necks and are "authorized" two 15 minute breaks and one hour lunch. Communication is non-existent among many. I feel many…