GCIH Today

ipchain

I passed the GCIH today with a score of 94.67% and finished the exam in less than 2 hours. Overall, I believe the exam was trickier than the (2) practice exams that you're given, but not too difficult.

I was hoping to review some more last night but as I had a heck of a headache I just went to bed. Luckily for me I got to the testing center earlier than expected, so I had about 40 minutes to review all (5) books. Although I created an index of all (5) books, I barely used it.

Little did I know that getting the GCIH would be so gratifying. I feel great about getting it over with, but most importantly I believe I learned a great deal from pursuing this certification. The SANS books were incredible and I plan on using them in the future.

Although I found a few misspelt words on the books, the content was amazing. Wouldn't hesitate to do the course all over again if I had to! I am so looking forward to getting started on the GCIA!

the_Grinch

Congrats! Don't forget to put the cert on your list!

ipchain

the_Grinch wrote: »

Congrats! Don't forget to put the cert on your list!

Thank you! I already updated my cert list, thanks for the reminder. On a different note, I just checked the GIAC website and it looks like they rounded off my score to 95, yay!!!

Chris:/*

Congrats! One of the certifications on my list as well.

SephStorm

great job! did you self train or take a course?

veritas_libertas

Congratz!

ipchain

Thanks guys!

SephStorm wrote: »

great job! did you self train or take a course?

I bought the OnDemand training which included the books + mp3s + OnDemand access. Went over the OnDemand stuff and then read all (5) books twice. I also listened to the mp3s while driving and taking the train to work.

lanrexng2

WOW only? you must have experience then?? CONGRATS I am moving to GIAC certs now. I NEED more challenges lol

ipchain wrote: »

Thanks guys!

I bought the OnDemand training which included the books + mp3s + OnDemand access. Went over the OnDemand stuff and then read all (5) books twice. I also listened to the mp3s while driving and taking the train to work.

ipchain

lanrexng2 wrote: »

WOW only? you must have experience then?? CONGRATS I am moving to GIAC certs now. I NEED more challenges lol

Thanks. Experience definitely helped, but nothing beats having a fresh and young mind. Are you planning to tackle any SANS certs soon? If so, are you planning on going to a live conference or doing self study? I can only tell you that it will be well worth it, regardless of how you decide to go about it.

!willfin@llyp@$$thecert!

congrats on passing the GCIH! I took the exam and failed drastically! My indexing was completely off. I bought and paid for the retake so my new deadline is 2/11/11. I need to have this cert in order to keep my job. Is it possible you could provide a template, or maybe your notes? your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

ipchain

!willfin@llyp@$$thecert! wrote: »

congrats on passing the GCIH! I took the exam and failed drastically! My indexing was completely off. I bought and paid for the retake so my new deadline is 2/11/11. I need to have this cert in order to keep my job. Is it possible you could provide a template, or maybe your notes? your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

For some reason I find it difficult to believe that you actually failed. Do you have any proof that you actually did? I would be more than happy to help but don't expect me to believe you so easily.

!willfin@llyp@$$thecert!

ipchain wrote: »

For some reason I find it difficult to believe that you actually failed. Do you have any proof that you actually did? I would be more than happy to help but don't expect me to believe you so easily.

Believe it! But your right though Tough Love is needed here. Today, I took my (1 of 2) practice test today without any books. I failed it, but that's ok. I know now what they're asking and i am retaining the information. My biggest problem is I overthink things too much. (my wife tells me) She's right. But NO MORE! like my name, I will finally pass the cert!! (GCIH,CISSP,Network+) This is the year! I really appreciate your help. Is it possible i can look, and compare my notes? my email is

SephStorm

It sounds like you need some more experience my friend. Remember, certs validate knowledge and experience. Theoretically you should have taken Net+ before Sec+ and studied GCIH for some time, and in a few years go for CISSP.