Tech certifications

[Binary LogicParticipant 2351]

Brothers, is anyone here CISSP qualified? I am studying for the exam and need to know what resources you found most beneficial. I’ve already got Server+, Security+, Network+, ITIL v3, CEH, and my MCITP for Win 7. Do any of these hold any relevance?

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[ResidentEvil7Participant 9547]

Nope, I’m thinking about getting an A+ certification to fix and assemble computers from CompTIA, and the size of those books is scaring me, because there’s like 1,500 pages and about 8 of these books for a difficult exam.

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[BigDParticipant 3024]

Yes, they all will help.

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[HereticParticipant 151]

They definitely will help. I plan on getting the Security+ and Linux+ certs next year once I have the extra money saved up and after I study for them.

ResidentEvil7 wrote:

and the size of those books is scaring me, because there’s like 1,500 pages and about 8 of these books for a difficult exam.

The size of those books used to scare me, but I read technical books very fast. And at least with technical s~~~, I have an (almost) photographic memory. Which helps.

My main problem is procrastinating. I haven’t studied since I was in college and once I get out of the habit of studying, I tend to procrastinate with that sort of thing.

[MattNYCParticipant 2329]

I have the CISSP & Security+. I got the Sec+ first, then CISSP a couple years after that. Sec+ material was good background for the CISSP.

I used the SRV prep manual (https://www.srvbooks.com/cissp_exam.htm) & related questions, but i don’t think the site’s active anymore. Just as well, since the exam’s been through a few major updates since i took it back in 2007-ish.

The biggest help for me was going through 1,000 or so prep questions, from numerous sources including ISC2 & cccure.org.

If there are others out there who’d recommend test question sets i’d recommend you go with their direction – i’ve thankfully been out of that game for a while.

You probably already know, but the studying for & taking the exam was a grind. At least it was for me. But very much worth it financially & professionally.

Did you cover the experience requirement yet?

[Binary LogicParticipant 2351]

MattNYC wrote:

Did you cover the experience requirement yet?

Not necessarily. I’ve got about 2 years of security under my belt. However, I know the bastards want five. But given the nature of the environment I actually work in, I may be able to get some additional credit. FML. I agree that reading the books are a drag, the GD official “Study Guide” I think is about 1500 pages… WTF?!?!

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[ResidentEvil7Participant 9547]

Binary Logic wrote:

I agree that reading the books are a drag, the GD official “Study Guide” I think is about 1500 pages… WTF?!?!

Just like the CompTIA A+ books. I didn’t know how many pages those books were going to have and I ordered several from the library and it scared me away. I mean am I going to read 1,500-page books, several of them at once, in a short timespan to prepare for a stinking exam that I have a good chance of failing? I’m not much a reader to begin with.

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[Binary LogicParticipant 2351]

ResidentEvil7 wrote:

Just like the CompTIA A+ books. I didn’t know how many pages those books were going to have and I ordered several from the library and it scared me away. I mean am I going to read 1,500-page books, several of them at once, in a short timespan to prepare for a stinking exam that I have a good chance of failing? I’m not much a reader to begin with.

Don’t let it scare you away though, that’s half the challenge. Don’t forget that others before you have conquered it as well. Honestly, I took a boot camp for my Sec+. A weeks worth. It was garbage, but after I would go home and study. The notes from the camp as well as the book. I was one of a few people that passed. After that you kind of get a bug, and you’ll start to find tidbits and shortcuts like the one MattNYC describes. It’s well worth the effort and if nothing else, there is always the increase in knowledge. And that in itself, is never a waste.

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[RennieParticipant]

ResidentEvil7 wrote:

Nope, I’m thinking about getting an A+ certification to fix and assemble computers from CompTIA, and the size of those books is scaring me, because there’s like 1,500 pages and about 8 of these books for a difficult exam.

I recommend the TestOut online courses. I took two of them along with college courses and aced the A+ certification exam. Network+ is what I’m working on now, even though my A+ expired this year.

The practice exams found within the courses, will help you prepare for the final.

[ResidentEvil7Participant 9547]

Rennie wrote:

ResidentEvil7 wrote:

Nope, I’m thinking about getting an A+ certification to fix and assemble computers from CompTIA, and the size of those books is scaring me, because there’s like 1,500 pages and about 8 of these books for a difficult exam.

I recommend the TestOut online courses. I took two of them along with college courses and aced the A+ certification exam. Network+ is what I’m working on now, even though my A+ expired this year.

The practice exams found within the courses, will help you prepare for the final.

I’m going to look into that. I mean CompTIA is too overwhelming and if there’s a better alternative, then I’ll look into it. I’m looking at PC Pro in TestOut.

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[RennieParticipant]

ResidentEvil7 wrote:

Rennie wrote:

ResidentEvil7 wrote:

Nope, I’m thinking about getting an A+ certification to fix and assemble computers from CompTIA, and the size of those books is scaring me, because there’s like 1,500 pages and about 8 of these books for a difficult exam.

I recommend the TestOut online courses. I took two of them along with college courses and aced the A+ certification exam. Network+ is what I’m working on now, even though my A+ expired this year.

The practice exams found within the courses, will help you prepare for the final.

I’m going to look into that. I mean CompTIA is too overwhelming and if there’s a better alternative, then I’ll look into it. I’m looking at PC Pro in TestOut.

You would hate Cisco and it’s certifications like CCNA. I didn’t find A+ overwhelming for myself, but I did need to spend alot of time studying it to be confident enough to try taking the exam.

[MattNYCParticipant 2329]

Hey @BinaryLogic I’m on mobile & having trouble quoting you. But what kind of work/industry do you want to get or stay in?

I ask because if you’re going for very technical work you may be better off with a SANS cert or something. And if you’re looking for certain government positions, there are several certs that’ll pass their training requirements.

BTW – the earliest I ever heard anyone getting their CISSP was like 3-4 years into their IS career. So you have time yet.

[Binary LogicParticipant 2351]

MattNYC wrote:

Hey @BinaryLogic I’m on mobile & having trouble quoting you. But what kind of work/industry do you want to get or stay in?

Hey brother, right now I’m in the Gov industry. I’m Sys Admin for DOD. It feels like glorified helpdesk. I would much rather get away from customer facing positions and deal a little more directly with the technical issue. In the long run I’d love to start my own security firm with an emphasis on meeting Govt. man-date for Corporations. By my understanding any facility that houses public PII has have their systems tested bi-annually. These test run anywhere from a few thousand dollars (Think small outpatient facilities) to tens of thousands (Bank Branches). These test, with the right team of course, can last anywhere from a week to a month. I think there is an untapped market there… but as we both know, it’s always easier said then done. ALWAYS.

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