CISSP vs OSCP

Hello all.
I'm a junior cyber security specialist in CERT and my employer wants to pay for CISSP certificate and gives me about 120 days. But I don't have experience in such field and I think at this stage the best for me is to take OSCP training course than CISSP.

What do you advice me guys? should I take CISSP?

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cyberguypr

Did you discuss this with your employer? Also, do you have the experience required to obtain the CISSP?

chrisone

So what IS your experience?

Higgsx

No I didn't discuss this with my employer yet. They choose to buy CISSP and as far as I know CISSP requires 5 years of experience and I have just two month experience in such field

Also I think at this stage I need technical trainings(OSCP) than theoritical such as CISSP.

MrAgent

The OSCP and CISSP are two completely different certifications.
You can still take the CISSP exam, though if you pass you'll have the title of associate, and not the full title.

chrisone

Show your employer the necessary requirements that is needed for the CISSP. Perhaps they are unaware? If after they see the requirements and they still want you to go for it , then just appreciate the fact that they are doing this for you and take advantage that in 2016 you will be CISSP certified. Once you pass CISSP then use that as an excuse in order to get training for OSCP. Show them that what you studied in CISSP points heavily towards learning the technical side of pentesting and how it is needed during security risk assessment (start using CISSP terms here

Vonn

I did the OSCP a few months ago and recently just passed the CISSP just today, if your employer will pay for the CISSP sure why not take it even though you might not get the full certification. I personally believe I learned more in the OSCP course you just have to make sure you have the time to invest in it as it will take a minimum 3-4 months and many long nights.

TechGuru80

What is the rationale behind the CISSP? Besides it being an important certification for management.

Also, with that little experience I don't think you will be able to pass the OSCP.

Higgsx

Thanks all.
I now think it is better to prepare for CISSP and then buy OSCP by my own salary.