Re: Value of certifications

[Doug Schlachta <iccnt () yahoo ca>]

Bert,

I suggest that if you are going to look at the Security+ cert you looking into the SSCP by ISC2 instead.
I have not seen much value given to Sec+ cert but I have seen value given to the SSCP.
It also gives you a good step towards obtaining your CISSP eventually.

Regards 
Douglas Schlachta 
CISSP, SSCP, MCSE;Security, MCSE, CCNA, CFOT 



----- Original Message ---- 
From: Bert Knabe <bert.knabe () lubbockonline com> 
To: security-basics () securityfocus com 
Sent: Saturday, April 21, 2007 1:18:11 AM 
Subject: Value of certifications 


My employer offers classes for 2 security certifications, CompTIA 
Security+ and Certified Information Systems Security Professional. I 
know that the CISSP certification is aimed more at management, and is 
worthwhile, but I'm not management (yet), so I'm looking at the 
Security+, but I don't know if it's worth the time. Does anyone know 
how much value it has? I've been able to follow the discussions I've 
seen here, but I wouldn't call myself a security expert by any means. 

Thanks, 
Bert Knabe