What do I need ?

Hey everyone, I have a couple questions. For starters, I'm just starting to get the ball rolling with actually reading up on tech exams and qualifications I need to get to where I want to be. Regardless of how much research I do I need to ask, exactly what exams should I be looking at.

My ideal career would be looking for cyber criminals, hackers, illegal content, etc..
Also, I would like to go for pen testing qualifications as I have been doing that on my own for a while.
Some guidance would be greatly appreciated. Further questions will probably follow ;P

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NetworkVeteran

My ideal career would be looking for cyber criminals, hackers, illegal content, etc..

Can't think of any companies or corporations who would need someone like that. You might call the Canadian version of the FBI or Secret Service and see what their requirements are. For the US version, a degree and over age 23 are a great start.

MrWhitehat

I will have to go with pen testing and apply to agencies after a few years experience in a related field. Any guidance on exams towards pen testing nad ethical hacking?

joeykeis

Start with a Security+