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Questions tagged [certification]

We use the certification tag for questions about programs designed to vouch for an individual's competence in security-related work. Use the "compliance" tag for programs like PCI-DSS that assess the security of a server.

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Is industry experience the only way to a CREST certification?

I hope this question is direct enough for the stackexchange format, my apologies if it is not, please feel free to downvote to close. I'm interested in pursuing a CREST certification, however it looks to be a a chicken and egg problem - without…
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International pentester certification

I've looked at the questions regarding certifications on this site and they are essentially asking what to go for. I hope that my question is distinct enough that is is not considered a dupe. I travel a lot and frequently, so am looking for a…
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New Certification: C|CISO. Where it stands?

I recently found a new professional certification: C|CISO, currently in the grandfathering stage. It seems to be targeting security professionals that want to prove they are suitable for C level manager positions. Still, there is already another…
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What are the most challenging IT security certifications to obtain?

Which IT security certifications are considered the most difficult to obtain?
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Certification 27001 Issue

My department already got certification for ISO 27001:2013 last year (2016). But for a particular reason, my department should move to new building. How would be the status for my ISO 27001:2013 Certification. Do we have to take another…
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Which is better: MCTIP vs. CCNA

These past months I have attained a bunch of security related certs: -CISSP -GCIH -CPT -CEH When applying for IA/Security positions, will employers prefer to see these certs paired with MCTIP (knowing the system) or CCNA/CCNP (knowing the network)?
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Course Material for GPEN Certification?

I am planning for GPEN certification, although i have been extensively involved in penetration projects, still looking at the topics it seems a bit difficult.. what could be good study guide for preparation?
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ISSA vs ISACA vs (ISC)2

I am an aspiring information security professional. I have asked various professionals in the community for advice and one common theme in responses to my inquiries is "Get to know the community!" They advised me to join my local chapter of one of…
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Are GIAC exams open book (Unlike CISSP)?

I am currently CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certified. As part of maintaining compliance with the DoDD 8570, I will also be sitting for the ISC^2 CISSP exam in the near future. I have noticed that GIAC offers certifications with open-book…
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Why is the public key in a certificate not signed?

I have a naive question about certificates. I know the hash of the public key is signed with the CA's private key. I have an alternative design. Because the public key is being transmitted anyway, so why don't we sign the public key directly and…
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Industry Certification Question

I have been researching cybersecurity industry certifications for some time now and I am looking for some guidance/input on what combination of education, experience, and certification is best suited for working in the cybersecurity industry. To…
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Certification or Course equivalent to OSWE?

Is there any certification which focuses specifically on web application penetration, CWE issues and code analysis like Offensive Security Web Expert (OSWE) does? OSWE is not available online and it is not feasible for me to attend until they…
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What is the value of vendor specific security certs vs. general ones?

Let me preface my question by saying that I understand that experience is generally more valuable than certifications when it comes to the IT profession. Having said that, are vendor specific security certifications, such as Cisco's CCNA & CCNP…
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what are the best security certifications for beginners with no experience in IT

I want to make a career change from administration to IT but I have absolutely no experience and no certifications in IT. I am interested in information security and networking. So what certifications do I need to begin with?
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CEH & Comptia Pentest+

I'm currently studying for the Comptia Security+ exam In few months from now, I will have the opportunity to attend a 4 months preparation course for CEH without paying! But I will not try to get the CEH exam because of the price of the voucher a…
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