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What site's do you guy's use to find IT job's?
I have posted my resume on dice,career builder and monster,but still no call's or anything.I'm a young man 22 recently got my CCNA and i'm basically trying to get my foot in the door somewhere.I'm currently doing an internship for a company that probably won't pick me up.They basically have me as a field technician going…
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Career advice needed!
Last December I went for job interview for Windows/Linux Desktop Support, I got told that he couldn't hire me because my networking skills were not up to scratch, but if I came back to him having shown that id improved he would give me a shot. Well this year I completed N+/CCNA and started an MSc in Networking. The thing…
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Anyone taken DHV1 at WGU? MTA OS fundamentals?
just curious is anyone has feedback on this exam? It seems pretty simple? MTA 98-349
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max number of resume pages
Hey all, I am getting to the point where my IT experience is pushing 4 pages on my resume. As of my last job, it was maxed at 3, but adding that job will push it into the 4 page range. Should I start chopping off my oldest experience and stay at 3? My only issue with that is it would be my military experience to go which,…
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Looking to transition into the IT field from the Paralegal Field
Hello, I just recently join this site and I am looking for advice to break into the IT field. Here's a bit of information regarding my background: I have sent the past 2.5 years working as a paralegal in real estate/title clearance. I found that this field is not a good fit for me. I always have the tech bug, and I am…
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Interview experiences as an interviewer..
I was tasked with doing some interviews for a support position with my company. I had a guy who had his CCNA and MCSA with about some previous support experience. I went through his resume and asked the usual questions about his past experiences, then I decided to ask some technical questions.. I first asked him a basic…
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Looking for a resume look-at
Hi guys (and gals!). I’m looking for a little resume love here; I’m trying to get into a part-time remote support gig to supplement my income. Trying to be detailed, but also keep it down to just one page. Should I trim old jobs and expound on my current one more? Should I just quit and go yodel? Any advice is greatly…
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IT-related undergrad-graduate programs/schools
Hi everyone, the other day I was searching up "top IT schools", "IT graduate schools", etc. on google, but there doesn't seem to be many schools that have an IT major. There may be a chance that I was searching up the wrong terms. I'm wondering if there are some very very good IT-related major programs and at what…
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Salary Report 2013
Hey forum, Hope I can post this here! Im sure its been posted before, and maybe its super old news. I found this just now and went through the whole thing. I found it very fascinating and thought I would share. http://images.globalknowledge.com/wwwimages/pdfs/2013_salaryreport.pdf Kai.
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16 year old needs advice
Hey, I'm 16 and I'm planning to drop out of high school since I'm pretty much failing all of my non-IT classes and I have no interest to try in them anymore. I have my A+ certification (got it when I was 15) and I don't care if you think that dropping out of high school is a stupid decision. I just wanted to know if it's…
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Offered new job, but no pay increase
I was offered a job yesterday and came in to their HR department this morning to sign the new hire papers. Up until this point I was under the impression this company was accepting the rate I had asked for, which is $55k/year or $26.44/hr. However, after given a book of papers to read through and sign I was told the…
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topic for master thesis in information security
Hi all, I am looking for a topic for my master degree in Information Security. So far, i was looking for something related to BYOD. However, since i am in a big hurry i cant narrow down to a very specific topic focused on BYOD. Any idea/suggestions will be highly appreciated! BTW: feel free to suggest something else and…
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Linux Hosting Online Internship
I came across this website recently: Technical Pipeline Program | Inside InMotion Hosting Maybe someone who is familiar with it can comment?
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DSU, CC, Norwich
I have been accepted to Norwich, Capitol College, and am awaiting the response on DSU but I am pretty sure I will be accepted. My desire is to learn as much as possible from a technical perspective with managerial knowledge second. Norwich is adding a technical track based on CM coursework. I would like to hear your…
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I Got The Job!!
I got the call yesterday only 6 hours after my second interview that i got the job. Its for an IT Technician position at medical center starting at 19.18 am hour with 24 days pto and good health insurance. Finally after 1 year of applying and interviewing i finally did it thanks to everyone here on this forum. Now i gotta…
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I did it! I made the jump.
I just received a phone call and I've received an offer for a Security Analyst position for a Fortune 150 company in the financial industry. Although the pay is low, being a 3 month contract-to-hire position, it'll provide me with some excellent opportunity to get my hands dirty in InfoSec. I've been in IT for roughly 9…
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Applying BD skills to Project Management
Hi all, Just looking for some general advice on applying biz dev/sales skills to a project management resume. I wear a lot of hats currently doing BD at a tech company but am looking to make a switch to project analyst role in healthcare org with an ultimate goal to turn this into project management. Just looking for some…
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Recent college graduate looking for advice on career path / certifications! Thanks.
Hey everybody, My name is Mike and I'm 27 years old. I attended two different technical community colleges (Wake Tech & Cape Fear in North Carolina). The two associate degrees I received were in Web Technology and Networking Technology. I also have extra credits from nearly finishing an associate in music performance. I…
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Not really sure where to go from here.
Hello everyone! I am in my last year at community college and, come Spring 2015, I will be transferring to a four year institution to obtain my Bachelor's degree. I will be leaving community college with an A.A.S in Network Technology and an A.A.S in Information Systems Security. I have no certifications, and a general…
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WGU - Capstone
For those of you who have completed, was your Capstone mostly the same as your Technical Writing? Just some follow up notes?
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Changing role to Security
Hello, I am currently working as a QA worker for a med-sized company. I am working for a MS in Network Security. How shall I switch roles? Security+ would be a must, to start, right? Thanks.
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AD, Sccm, Exchange guy needed in New York/ New Jersey
Our company is looking to hire a couple of experienced IT personnel with solid knowledge in AD, SCCM, Exchange 2007/2010/13 and all the usual stuff; DHCP, DNS, TCP/IP and of course some virtualization experience, Vmware is a plus, Hyper-V will do. its in Flatiron district. PM me for the job desc. if interested.
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Search Terms to use on Job Search for Helpdesk Position
Hey Guys, I have been searching random job sites for a while now and there are a few sites that do not have the option to browse, but simply have a search field. I was just curious as to what some other people are using for search terms to pull up tech support/helpdesk positions. Below are some of the ones that I use:…
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Be patient or check out new job offer?
Hi all, I want to give a little background before asking my question. I was offered a job as a contractor for a (3-letter) gov't agency in October of last year, and have been waiting for just about a year for the clearance process to go through. I am extremely excited about the job, but mostly about the opportunities that…
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Career Progression - What to do (Sys Admin, Network Engineer?)
I am looking for advice about career progression and what to go into (Syst Admin, Network Engineer?). I have a BSc in Computer Science. I previously spent one year working on a Helpdesk as a Second Line Engineer for a medium sized company supporting over 5000 users. My general tasks including - Troubleshooting application…
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Accepted a tempting job offer
A Little background about me, I started in Helpdesk support, after a year I moved on to a Windows IT Support team, and later on moved on to another IT role(Win/Linux) in an InfoSec company, I(we) do everything there is, VoIP, Linux, Unix, Windows Server and end user support also. I always had a passion for Linux, and knew…
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Planning a move to New Zeland ( Wellington )
Hi Folks ! I am planning to move to Wellington, New Zealand in March of next year. I am planning on going on a Student's visa for a Level 7 Course ( Graduate Diploma ) in Information Assurance and Security. Its a 7 months course after which I have about a year and a half to search for a job. My Background in brief :…
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Not sure what to ask for salary?
Hey all, first time poster here (long time lurker though). Want to first off give a thanks to the people on this forum. This site is a constant source of good information, as well as motivation. Hats off to you guys! Anyways...Had a round of interviews over the past few weeks for a Systems Engineer position, and it appears…
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BS in Computer Science then 10 years blank, what now?
Hello, I earned BS in Computer Science in 2004. I had to run my parents small store and I have never worked in IT filed since, except making some websites with wordpress. Now, I need to get a real job. I'd like to be in Computer Security field. Any advice???? I looked University of Central Florida, MS in Forensics…
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employee background screening
Hi All I have accepted a new job for a big finance company. They started the employee background check straight away and told me it would take 10 working days to complete. They then sent out a contract a week later, which I signed and returned straight away. However it has now been 3 weeks. (14 working days) and I havent…
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How does one prepare for a help desk Role Need Advice???
I don't want to do this for ever, but would like to get some IT Experience on my resume. So far I have earned a CCNA, and a CCENT. What material do I need to look over to better be prepared in case I get a help desk phone interview. I can definitely have a conversation about the networking, but if you start asking about…
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We are hiring AGAIN - Code42 Software
Just had 4 people promoted, and have another opening for a Tier 1 support personnel. I have nothing to do with the hiring, but here is the job description. Position is in Minneapolis, right on the river. TIER 1 SUPPORT AGENT Support | Minneapolis Support is in your blood, because you get a rush out of helping people.…
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Job offers/counter offer etiquette
Hey all, I was recently approached by a private sector company looking to hire me out of my DoD Desktop Support role into an IT Specialist position (great move up responsibility wise). I have interviewed 3 times over the phone and 3 times in person. Anyways, they offered me $4 more an hour than I currently make. Instead of…
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servicemen relief act and employment contract early termination penalty?
servicemen relief act does not protect against employment contract early termination penalty? no I am not talking about cellphone contract.. Some employment contract has an early termination clause with a fine for quitting the job before the contract is up, something requiring you to pay back the training if you leave…
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Resume Critique and Guidance
A position just opened up that is pretty much my dream job, albeit it's contract to hire I can't let the opportunity pass to at least take a shot. It's for a Systems Engineer position. I value the input that everyone provides on this site, and hope I can get some suggestions to give to the ole' resume a polish. Thanks,…
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a bit frustrated... no luck in network engineering job search
I got CCNP a few weeks back and started applying for network engineering jobs again, still not much luck.. I graduated this year with BS in Information Systems (honestly it's mostly useless for network engineer...), had an internship while I was in school. I worked on some projects with my lab, that's where I spent most of…
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What is key in helpdesk services? (need help!)
Hi all, I have been in help-desk for about two months now and my job at this moment is coordinating tickets and escalating calls, i don't support customers as yet but very soon i will be starting, as far as knowledge/qualification goes i have A+ and Net+ and i am progress of pursuing my MCSA, We support desktop, outlook,…
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NOC Tech role - Internal application
Hi all! First post here, good job with the forum! Let's go to the question: I applied for a NOC Tech position from a non-tech department within the company. I am 25, I got a Bsc in Computer Engineer and I am about the end the Msc in the same subject. On Thursday I had my first interview with a NOC Tech who didn't ask me…
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Accepted a job offer
To those feeling frustrated about not being able to move on to that new shiny job (whatever that dream is for you), just be patient. It will happen if you are hard working, professional and not willing to stay ignorant. I just accepted a position as a Security Analyst. I will be working with R&S, servers, firewalls, and…
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What position job title should CCNA candidate look for
Hi all, As a candidate with an A+, CCNA R&S, CCNA Voice without any real experience what job title should I look for to get hands on experience to become a network engineer in future? For example: NOC, network technician, help desk,... ? And what is this NOC job? is NOC job the right path to become Network Engineer? Thanks…
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Career Advice
Hi Everyone, First of all, am glad I found a forum to clear my doubts, to clarify, to discuss & to find a path to enhance my skill sets, I found interest in ITIL Certification because I am partly associated with quality of Service delivery & Client management on the whole, however my other part of work is I am a functional…
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New (Contingent) Job Offer Healthcare/IT field
As the title states and I am sure some of you have seen my previous thread about breaking out of the Desktop Support and more into another role, I have been a contractor for about 4 months doing (you guessed it) Desktop support! (yee haw). The new place I will be working at (as we negotiate) will be for a very reputable…
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Unhappy with job; what do I do?
So I have been at the cable company 9 years. I went through roles of Residential help desk, phone provisioning, business support, enterprise support and now have been at the NOC for the past 9 years. I complete my bachelors in computer information systems in November, have my A+/Net+/CCNA certifications. I am testing for…
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Another Resume thread
I'm not looking for employment at the moment but I always try to keep my resume updated. I've looked at resume posts on this site and taken advice from them but I've never really posted my resume up so I figured I'd see what could use some improving. edit: Resume is attached. Also copied and pasted below. Attachment not…
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To add or not to add my GPA on my resume..help
Ok so I have been helping people with their IT needs (pro bono) for about 7 years and I really love to do that. However, my education has always been business related until I decided to make the switch to finally focus on getting into a professional role in IT (I got tired of the paper chase and decided to focus on…
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Resume: List 2 jobs same company??
Yesterday I accepted a new position at my current job in a junior Windows admin/ network role. However, I still would like to show my current job because it was a helpdesk role and I accomplished some really good things while in that role. How you guys handle this? Normally I would put down my highest role at a particular…
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Resume troubles!
Fellow technophiles: I'm having a hard time with staffing agencies. I've spoken to the third one this week that told me to revise me resume ("Make it more apparent that you worked with end-users," they said). I've often trolled these forums and have incorporated a lot of resume advice that others have been offered. I…
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Network Administrator
Hello everyone. I was really looking into becoming a Network Administrator or Network Engineer. What is the best cert route to take to achieve this? I'm currently on CCNA right now.
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Anyone CCNA-Level and looking to make a couple extra bucks?
Hello All, Anyone in the Los Angeles area and CCNA-level looking to make a few extra bucks for sidework a few extra hours a week? PM me if you are.
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Resume critique
I am currently active duty Air Force. I was bored, so I decided to create a resume for the future when I get out. I wanted to know if you nice and kind people could help me out, tell me how I did.
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Moving to Austin Texas
I'm pretty much deadset on moving here in the next 4 to 6 months. I will be going here in the next few weeks to visit, see the town, scope out a place to live and try to meet with HR reps and drop my resume. Was wondering if an TechExams folks were living here and could pass on more info. thanks
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Bachelor's Degree Advice
Hello All! As the title of the thread states, I need advice on what degree to pursue starting in Janruary. A little background info about me to help any of you who help me out. I'm currently at a two year internship with a large law firm getting exposure to both IT Help Desk and Deskside Support. I accepted the internship…
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Didnt get the job :(
So I went for an interview for a job I really wanted last week. Got the call this week that they went with another applicant. Anyways another job came up with the same company that I applied for. Should I contact the interviews and thank them for the interview about the job I didn't get and ask what I can do to improve my…
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IT Audit Staff Interview Prep Suggestions
I have an initial IT Audit Staff phone interview with Moss Adams Accounting Firm on Friday. Does anybody have any suggestions on materials I should review and brush up on before the interview. I'm already reviewing the company itself, the basics of financial auditing as it pertains to GAAP, the IT auditing process and…
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Calling IT Managers/project managers/HR people...
Hello TE folks....I am in need of help. I am so confused it is actually starting to stress me out and I need a bit of guidance. I have literally no one else in the industry I can talk to about this, so I am going to rely on your input. I initially got into IT wanting to be a network engineer. So I started (as most people…
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How would you act in this situation?
Hi, I will start off by giving a short brief of my background. I work for an infosec company, this company started off with just one IT guy from the beginning, this guy is still here - same role, fast-forward to 2012, I was hired, both of us being the only two IT personnel until a year ago. me and the oldbie are sitting in…
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Calling all former Military IT folks
Just wondering if any of you that transitioned from the IT/Signal world of the military into the civilian IT sector have any advice for someone looking to do the same? I have 2 years left on my enlistment, am an E5 and have been in the Army for 3.5 years. Only have N+ and Sec+ as of now, but hoping to finish up at WGU by…
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Performing volunteer IT work after long hiatus from work force
Hello everyone. I wanted to get some feedback on performing volunteer IT work if you have been away from the work force for quite some time (5 years caring a family member for me). After such an absence, it is hard to get potential employers to look at your resume seriously - even for OS rollouts. I have decided to look…
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Lowball offer question
Hey Guys, I had an interview with Booz -Allen for a Technical support position with the opportunity to move into the applications team within a year if I do well. However, during the applications process I put down my approximate salary for my current job (I believe that was a mistake). I passed the interview and was…
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Might have been asked befoe, longest you've waited till you had a job offer?
Might have been asked befoe, longest you've waited till you had a job offer from the date you applied then had an interview then heard back from the hiring manager? Currently waiting to hear back from an internal job i applied for back on august 5th, had job interview September 4th almost a month later and now its…
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Recommended Computer Science Master Programs?
I was curious if anyone recently attended or heard of a good Computer Science Masters program. I don't mind taking bachelors courses for eligibility, I realize that most require a non BS CS degree to take a few courses before being admitted. Thanks for your time and input.
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More Pay/Less Technical vs Less Pay/More Technical
Not really sure what to do here. I have several promising prospects: one as System Analyst, being less technical but paying about 55k. Another being a support engineer paying about 45k. A little background about me: This will be my first "real" full time IT job. Prior to now I have been in school and the military. That…
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Wharton Puts First-Year MBA Courses Online for Free
Wharton Puts First-Year MBA Courses Online for Free - Businessweek
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Having a REALLY tough time finding an entry level position
It's aggravating me. I am trying to find an entry level security position so that I can utilize my degree in the field I want to be at, but I can't find ANYTHING entry level. I tried dice.com simplyhired.com I know monster.com is BS. Can anyone suggest anything? Maybe map out security related functions from the SSCP…
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Code Fellows anybody? Seattle Campus.
Came across this early today, looks pretty cool. https://www.codefellows.org/ I guess you could call it a school, but its more a less 8 week boot camp that teaches you how to code. They guarantee you a development job of 60k + or your money back. The people running it and the program don't sound pretty legit and it…
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Reasonable Salary Expectation for Level 2 Support Position
Hello all, I have an interview tomorrow for a level 2 Support Specialist (HelpDesk) position in MN. A bit of background, I have been in the field for a year and a half now, started in helpdesk at a very small MSP and worked my way up to field tech/level 2/3 helpdesk which is what I do now. I expect to have my CCNA in Dec.…
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In a dilemma!
Hey guys, I'm in a bit of a dilemma. I am a marketing professional with a BS in Marketing. I achieved my A+ last month and about to start on my Network+ studying. My spouse is studying to become a Nurse with only 8 months left, currently I am earning enough to put her through college, pay bills, etc. We have no debt at…
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How to write a stand-out resume
With TE having seen a host of critique-my-resume threads in the past few weeks, I happened to read the article linked below How To Make Your Resume Stand Out | Glassdoor Blog and thought I'd share with my TE brethren. PLEASE read if your creating your first resume, refining your current one, or wishing to reinvent the…
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Career Change
First time poster. Great community here...really glad I found it. Background. I am a 41 year old father and spouse. I currently work for Shell in emergency response. Have been in this field for 17 years. Have had a great career however I have made a decision...it's time to do what I've always wanted to do. I served in the…
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what the heck is going on at HP?
I've heard that HP is bleeding jobs like crazy, and yet their local datacenter has been posting new jobs pretty much around the clock. What's the deal? Are they just liquidating certain departments and leaving business services alone, or is it a trap?
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Tips for technical interview?
I had an in-person meeting for a network administrator position recently that went well, but the hiring manager wants to setup a technical phone interview soon. I'm somewhat of the mindset that "either I know it or I don't", but I don't want to come off unprepared so I'm reviewing what I think I should before I have the…
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What are the steps to becoming an Application Developer?
Hey all!! First of all I just want to say that this forum is amazing! It has taught me many things about the IT world, and believe me, I did not know a thing!! (still don't know much though) I am 25 and I am making a switch in my career because my first choice is not panning out the way I had hoped/planned. Hopefully this…
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I Finally Got an IT Job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I Finally Got an IT Job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m still having trouble believing that I got an IT job!! I have gotten told “NO” so many times, or have been told I didn’t have enough experience for even an entry level role. I want to thank everyone on this forum for any posts, comments, suggestions, links, or gold nuggets of info…
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Looking to break into IT MGMT after military
I would like to get feedback in regards to both resume and experience on likely hood of breaking into the IT MGMT field. I am in the process of making the transition however am somewhat concerned if my resume is eye appealing or if it needs work. I beleive I have the experience required to get a job in IT MGMT at the entry…
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Free 12 months of LinkedIn Job seeker for Veterans
Hey guys I came across this offer and it is valid. I had my concerns with it so I waited until I received feedback from LinkedIn customer support before posting it in the forum. The article says 60 months for free but LinkedIn only offers 12 months. Which is still a great offer. Just use your military email as an alternate…
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Interview tomorrow with Medical Center.
So after not getting a job in a medical center that I had just interview I received a call for a job interview at another medical center. Here is the job description. It is for an IS Position according to their posting: A demonstrable grasp of TCP/IP. A strong understanding of the Windows Operating System(s). An ability to…
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Computer Science(Information system) or B.I.T Data Communications and Networking?
Hi guys, I'm from Malaysia and I have a question to ask whether which degree courses should I take for my undergraduate study. Here I attached the course structure for your reference. https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7AokHIBzmcmNTFFanZwYXhrZ0k/edit?usp=sharing…
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Need help setting up an email prior to applying.
Hi all, Because English isn't my native language, I would really really very much appreciate any help with this. following situation.... I work in a very large company with different IT departments. Now a job has been posted in a different IT department (Systems) than I'm currently working in. The thing is, it is…
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Interview: QA Test Lead
So it seems I will have my first computer related job interview. Does anyone have experience in quality assurance? The skills required involve black and white box testing, automated and manual testing, SDLC, and relational databases (MSSQL, Oracle). I don't have any experience, although I have taken a course on database…
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B.A. in Economics, but on the rode to the fast track Server Admin
I am currently working at a bank with aspirations of working in my passion. I have been building, networking and repairing computers for over 12 yrs. I am 28 and want to eventually be a server admin. I am hearing they are retiring some exams and woonder which exams I should take. I am currently finishing up the new A+…
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WGU BS in Information Technology, then Brick and Mortar Computer Science degree?
I'm a 27 year old working professional that used to study art. Currently working as a technical support analyst and project manager for a cloud based software company. Looking to pursue further education to advance my career prospectives. Ideally, I'd like to be competent enough to be able to develop web and mobile…
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First interview!
I landed my first (in person) interview in the IT realm! This Friday, 11 am! Its for a helpdesk position in a smaller multinational company. I am a bit surprised, as my resume and technical skills are the bare minimum for a position like this but the HR person and I really had a good conversation on the phone and she…
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IT help desk
I just got a job offering as Help Desk Analyst for 1 year contract and potential to extend. I am looking to stay with a company for a long period of time and build a good foundation for them. I was wondering if I do a good job on the contract will I go permanent with the company.
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Nervous during phone interviews
Im kicking myself in the butt knowing that im messing up opportunities to get my foot in the door with good companies because i keep screwing up phone interviews. I just recently had a phone interview that wasn't very technical at all and asked some very basic questions such as What do you look for in a company? how do you…
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Computer Science vs. Information Systems
I recently began working on my AAS in information technology at my local community college and I hope to complete it along with my A+ and Network+ by December of next year. I plan on working in the field for a 2-3 years before jumping back into a 4 year program but I wanted to get some advice and feedback on 4 year…
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Relocating to a different state
Hi everyone, I am currently located in the Florida, Sarasota/Bradenton area. I have been here all of my life and I am looking to relocate to Atlanta, Georgia. From my research there are plently of jobs there and I have recently visited and it fits my personality very well. After being there for the weekend, I figured this…
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Accepted a new position with GDIT
Hello all, A few months back I posted about a job interview I had with Northrup as a penetration tester. The interview went well and they offered me the position, but they had some issues trying to get my clearance to come over to their system. So they had to retract their offer. So I started looking again. I think I have…
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Masters vs Certs -- Which would you pick?
I've searched and read the old threads on this topic. I'm curious what the forum thinks in 2013. If there are any new viewpoints. I'm trying to decide if I should get a masters next or more certs. My background: Right now I do both technical(80%) and management(20%). I'm not sure if I had to pick just doing one which I…
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How to summarize multiple positions
Hey Everyone, I took a look at my resume and I decided I need to redo it as I have the right experience but not getting call backs. A coworker told me that I need to just list the most recent position in my current company and list my entire time that I was here. That companies aren't going to care that I started here as a…
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Computer Science vs. WGU's BS:IT Software Emphasis
I'd like to read people's honest experiences with being able to get a decent software-related job if all they have is WGU's BS:IT;SE degree. No previous related work experience. The more I look at positions out there, the more I see Computer Science Degree ("or related degree"?) being a requirement. How come virtually no…
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I Think I Love My Job
Been here a month and I can honestly say this is the first time I've loved a job I had (minus when I was in law enforcement). My boss is good and just leaves me to my own devices with the work I've been assigned. I've not been talked down too at all. The pay is awesome and the work actually feels meaningful. The past week…
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A reason not to put all certs on resume...
As I've noted here, I'm in WGU, and in turn I'm getting a lot of certs. I had an interview and the boss to be was asking me about all the certs I had. CIW JavaScript Specialist caught his eye... then I had to explain it was just an entry level cert and I really didn't know a lot about JavaScript... to which he was confused…
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WGU - LKT2 Task 1
Knowing this site is a great resource for all things IT and also WGU. I'd like to ask if anyone can help clear up some confusion on a really vague WGU task. LKT2 Task 1... What resources did you all use and maybe give a little incite into what WGU is looking for? I've pondered on this one for about a week alone and feel a…
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Forgot to ask question end of interview - internal job application w/in company
I had applied for an internal job w/ my company about a week ago, i forgot to ask when i should hear back if i do or don't get it ect would it be appropriate to send a short one liner email to ask when I would hear back?
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Is it possible? Master from Unrelated Bachelor
Hello all! I'm now on my second year in Digital Graphics. I'm giving you some of the courses which i have * Visual Communication * Web Design * Contemporary Contextual Studies * Mac & PC Suite * Motion Graphics * Text & Image Well, in about a month i'll give ICND1 and my target is CCNA. My question is this: I want to apply…
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Getting my geek out of the closet!
Hi all - Long story short, I guess you could say I have literally woken up recently and decided to go into IT, specifically with intentions of eventually doing consulting along the lines of Network System Analysis. I got myself a Trainsignal account, have intentions of doing the MCSA Windows 7/8 training and test in the…
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Not a big fan of WGU , any advice on other colleges.
I just received my Bachelors of Science in Cybersecurity from UMUC and was looking to work towards my Masters in IA at WGU. A few weeks ago I submitted a question in regards to how they treat Army Tuition Assistance and Active Duty military. I was told they were really busy and to make an appointment. I made an appointment…
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Looking to see what the IT people think about this
Good Afternoon, I thought about this and wondered what people thought about this. We have all been hearing about retail and restaurant workers wanting a higher wage. I think that is fair to a degree since I worked retail and understand where they are coming from. But my question is this, do you think it is fair for them to…
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What would you do if you were me? (Job Dilemma)
This is a bit of a read but I could use some opinions and insight from others on this forum. So after two interviews, I received a job offer from Geek Squad at Best Buy. I start next Saturday. I have no IT experience, except for four college courses, and plan to get a bachelors in science/computer science in the next…
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Career help!
Hi all I am an IT engineer with 5 years experience, 8 microsoft certs and a Bsc in computer Science. My dilemma is that this is the part of my career I believe I need to find my goal, my niche, my specialization. Based on my experience I am interested in virtualization (hyper v experience) but, based on my curiosity I am…