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Security+ or CSA+?
Hi All, I am looking to get studying for a security exam as i wan't to start moving into Information Security, i passed the Network+ in September so i am hoping a lot of that stuff is fairly fresh, although looking back i don't remember as much as i would like to! What are peoples opinions on the Security+ vs the CSA+? I… -
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I agree with passing Security+ first. Then go for CSA+. I believe the point of CSA+ was to be a certificate after Security+ but before CASP. Security+ knowledge would help you be more prepared to take the CSA+. And like others pointed out, Security+ is required by employers more often than CSA+ (not sure if I've seen it… -
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Problem with CompTIA certs, in my opinion(which is shared by many others) is that they seem to have very little market value. Especially for what they cost to get. Additionally there "Advanced" security certs are extremely new to the Industry. You would be much better off getting the SSCP or something. I would try to get a… -
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my vote is security+ first. csa+ is very hands-on and requires knowing some real-life skills like log reading. i'd do ssecurity+ then download & play with tools that are the focus of csa+. that way you study for the test and also gain real-life, hands-on skills you can immediately provide to your new employer -
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Just going to be completely honest. Whoever wants to take it for what it is can. I am not trying to be negative in anyway, but here is my story. Sec+ I got from the military, because it was required to maintain my job in the military. I received A+ as well. This was many years ago. They both were a complete waste. Did…
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