suggestions on next step

Techguru365

So, I just passed my Security+ exam yesterday and my plan is to focus on getting into the InfoSec field. What do you guys recommend as the next exam to pursue? I am thinking either CEH or SSCP. I would like something that picks up where Sec+ left off and is a smooth transition, but whatever you pros recommend is good with me.

bub9001

I would thing SSCP then CEH would be the best path. I looked into the SSCP about three months ago, and thought it would be a good add along with CEH. But priorities at work changed and MCSE is calling. Also seems that SSCP has a lot of Security+ bleed over, so it maybe easier to knock that one out before CEH.

Hope this helps?

BlackBeret

I went Sec+ then CEH, then started getting calls from recruiters. It's not useful in a lot of places but in the .gov CEH is required for a lot of roles. SSCP and Sec+ are on the same level in the 8570 chart.

octobersveryown

I'm also in a similar predicament, however I'm planning on skipping the Sec+ and Net+ exams and take the CCNA:R&S and CCNA:Security instead. hopefully there will be more answers and both of us will get some guidance

awitt11

@octobersveryown: I found that getting Security+ has made studying for CCNA:Security a lot easier. It covers a lot of the infosec theory that pops up in CCNA:S.

@Techguru365: The security realm is quite expansive. It would help if you could give an idea of what you want to be doing such as pen testing, auditing, DR/Business continuity, network/systems hardening, etc. The certification paths become more specialized at the level you want to get to.

fuz1on

How about CASP? Or CISA or GIAC certs? CEH is good for HR but - from what I've heard - the difficulty is about the same level as Security+. For me, I'd try to study something new instead of the same material just for personal growth but helping you get a job is important too.

octobersveryown

@awitt11 please note that I said I'm only skipping the Security+ exam. I'm doing the coursework material for Security+, Network+ AND Linux+ to intimately familiarize myself with concepts. I will then be moving onto CCNA:R&S and CCNA:Security doing the coursework and sitting the exams for it

in fact I made a thread for guidance as well, where you can find more information

http://www.techexams.net/forums/security-certifications/107789-am-i-going-down-right-path.html

seltaeb

why dont you consider GIAC course and exam?