Pros and Cons of Obtaining (ISC)2 CISSP Certification

The decision to pursue the CISSP credential is dependent on a number of factors. First, you have to understand that there are different options when it comes to the security certificates, so choosing the best option for you will depend on a couple of factors. Before we dive into the details, it is essential to… Read More »

New Exam Is Here! Earn Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) R80 Certification!

Have you ever worked as a security administrator? Is managing security exactly the area of specialization where you’d like to grow and develop your skills? How about a new certification exam launched by Check Point? Today, managing security is a complex task demanding special knowledge and abilities. Security consolidation means bringing all security protections and… Read More »

GIAC GSEC: Another Great Security Certification

This week, we continue looking into notable security certifications, especially those that are sometimes overlooked and do not get the attention they deserve. As we explored the ISACA CISM credential last week, there is another certification, the GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC). The GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) is an entry-level credential which has been specially designed… Read More »

ISACA CISM: One of World’s Best Security Credentials

When it comes to security certifications, most of us think about CompTIA Security+, CEH, CCNP SEcurity, and CISSP, right? Yet, there are more awesome security credentials that can help you stand out from other candidates during your next job search. ISACA’s CISM (The Certified Information Security Manager) is one of them But First, What is… Read More »

(ISC)² CISSP Exam Gets Major Updates

Have you heard that (ISC)² is changing its most famous certification, the CISSP? Effective April 15, 2015, the CISSP exam will be based on a new exam blueprint. While the full blueprint is available for download from the (ISC)² website, here’s a quick list of topics it will cover: Security and Risk Management (e.g., Security,… Read More »

Coming Soon: GNFA, World’s First Network Forensics Certification

The incredible development of technology, which we have been witnessing for the past decade has brought a number of new professions and exciting career opportunities. From Certified Ethical Hackers (CEH)  to Digital Forensics, to many of these sound too cool to be true. Yet, they are true. And now digital forensics, more commonly known as… Read More »

NEW Cisco 300-207 Exam: Implementing Cisco Threat Control Solutions (SITCS)

As part of its CCNP Security certification program update, Cisco is phasing out the 642-627 IPS (Implementing Cisco Intrusion Prevention System) exam on 21 April 2014. This date will be the last day CCNP Security candidates can take the IPS exam. The 642-627 exam is being replaced by the 300-207 (Implementing Cisco Threat Control Solutions,… Read More »

Top 5 Certifications To Grab in 2014

  1.      PMI Risk Management Professional Project management has grown into an independent industry, with its own professional standards. For risk management professionals, the PMI Risk Management Professional certification is one of the most recognized. It “fills the need for a specialist role in project risk management,” according to the Project Management Institute. 2.      Information… Read More »

Cisco Associate Level Certifications, Part 1. Prerequisites: YES.

Let’s face it: our certification choices aren’t always based on our ‘true calling’. More often than not, they are a better career move or, simply enough, the most accessible option to get a timely career boost. When speaking of Cisco’s Associate level certifications (Cisco’s most popular certification level), it is often about being allowed to… Read More »