Cyber Security Career Pathway

I am currently studying

for the CompTIA A+, Network+ and Security+ Certifications. I am looking make a career in cyber security and I want know is which certifications will help me get my foot through the door.

Also, what kind of entry level jobs are out there will accept these certifications for a "Low Level" cyber security analyst.

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BerkshireHerd

S+ would be valuable for a security role although if you do not have any / much IT experieince than N+ will help with S+ as network security is listed as 20% of the exam objectives.

Do you have any IT experience? Even with security your going to need to probably start at a Level 1 or Level 2 Service desk role.

I started at Level 2 desktop support, got CCENT, then moved to Security after a year with the same company. Just got my S+ to validate my knowledge.

beads

A solid background in one of the three pillars of IT would be the best bet. Without that important background I have to ask why do you want to move into security with no background in security?

- b/eads