Passed Security +
greatbam22
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in Security+
So I am kind of new to this site but just thought I would share my experience. I passed my Security +. I re certified because I have talked with a few recruiters recently and they stated that for a bunch of different government jobs like you to have it.
I had it before back in 2011 and let it lapse because I didn't really think I would need it. So I felt like I could pass it relatively quickly but I reviewed quite a bunch before taking it though which I think was a really good idea.
I bought Darrell Gibson test review for $30 from his website. It was a decent test prep but it seemed like the test questions were more specific. His practical questions were really good though.
I went through the security + course on CBT nuggets in less than a week as well and thought it was a good course.
I got a 780 so passed it by a few extra. I honestly wasn't sure how I would do throughout the test because most of the questions on the test seems far more detailed than on the practice test. I took my time though through the test. I used up 99.99% of the allotted time to finish (I was a bit nervous though I think mostly because I didn't want to screw up and have to spend another $270 on another test!)
Anyhow If you are looking for a quick and cheap solution to passing security plus.
1. Free 1 week trial with CBT nuggets.
2. Darrell Gibson practice test questions.
When I first went though one of the test banks of questions I slogged it through continuously through the 200+ questions. That was pretty arduous!
The next time I did it I would just do 10 minute increments and see how many I could knock out in 10 minutes and then give myself a break. I did this quite a few times. It was definitely a better method.
I think it helped me get through the test in a quick enough period of time.
I had it before back in 2011 and let it lapse because I didn't really think I would need it. So I felt like I could pass it relatively quickly but I reviewed quite a bunch before taking it though which I think was a really good idea.
I bought Darrell Gibson test review for $30 from his website. It was a decent test prep but it seemed like the test questions were more specific. His practical questions were really good though.
I went through the security + course on CBT nuggets in less than a week as well and thought it was a good course.
I got a 780 so passed it by a few extra. I honestly wasn't sure how I would do throughout the test because most of the questions on the test seems far more detailed than on the practice test. I took my time though through the test. I used up 99.99% of the allotted time to finish (I was a bit nervous though I think mostly because I didn't want to screw up and have to spend another $270 on another test!)
Anyhow If you are looking for a quick and cheap solution to passing security plus.
1. Free 1 week trial with CBT nuggets.
2. Darrell Gibson practice test questions.
When I first went though one of the test banks of questions I slogged it through continuously through the 200+ questions. That was pretty arduous!
The next time I did it I would just do 10 minute increments and see how many I could knock out in 10 minutes and then give myself a break. I did this quite a few times. It was definitely a better method.
I think it helped me get through the test in a quick enough period of time.
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iBrokeIT
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Congrats and welcome to the board!2019: GPEN | GCFE | GXPN | GICSP | CySA+
2020: GCIP | GCIA
2021: GRID | GDSA | Pentest+
2022: GMON | GDAT
2023: GREM | GSE | GCFA
WGU BS IT-NA | SANS Grad Cert: PT&EH | SANS Grad Cert: ICS Security | SANS Grad Cert: Cyber Defense Ops | SANS Grad Cert: Incident Response -
techtia
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How does CBT Nuggets compare to the free content offered by Professor Messer?
I want to use the free CBT Nuggets trial wisely so if the content is similar I'll hold off for another certificate to use CBTN -
greatbam22
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How does CBT Nuggets compare to the free content offered by Professor Messer?
I want to use the free CBT Nuggets trial wisely so if the content is similar I'll hold off for another certificate to use CBTN
Sorry but I have never used Professor Messer before so I cannot comment. I can say that the only content that I utilized from CBT Nuggets were the videos.
I liked that I could watch them at 2x speed and place bookmarks to go back and review. -
Dakinggamer87
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Congrats!!
*Associate's of Applied Sciences degree in Information Technology-Network Systems Administration
*Bachelor's of Science: Information Technology - Security, Master's of Science: Information Technology - Management
Matthew 6:33 - "Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need."
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Cerebro 2.0
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Congrats
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Dakinggamer87
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Congrats! Is it true you should do Network+ first?
Typically it is usually recommended since it's good to know the networking basics.
*Associate's of Applied Sciences degree in Information Technology-Network Systems Administration
*Bachelor's of Science: Information Technology - Security, Master's of Science: Information Technology - Management
Matthew 6:33 - "Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need."
Certs/Business Licenses In Progress: AWS Solutions Architect, Series 6, Series 63 -
tedjames
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I didn't earn Network+ before earning Security+. However, I did take some online networking classes before starting Security+. I don't think it's really necessary to get the Network+ certification first unless it'll help you with your job or unless your job requires it. The knowledge is a good, however, and it'll help when preparing for Security+. -
User2097
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Congrats! Yep, CBT Nuggets for 401 is the way to do it.Cert Goals: CISSP-ISSAP (May 2016) | CISM (2016) | GSEC (2016) | OSCP (2017)
College: MBA Project Management (2012) | Bachelors IT Management (2010)
Experience: Cyber Security, Information Assurance, and IT Management Officer
