IT Career [May 2020] Resume Review! |
- [May 2020] Resume Review!
- Is the CCNA a good cert to get to escape helpdesk?
- IT careers that allow you to make the world a better place
- Switching Gears - Which Cert to Get?
- SRE vs Architect
- Where does everyone find remote work or work that requires a little travel?
- MCSA to Azure
- Received job offer, any advice?
- MCSA
- Intro security job
- Can I really be considered a "Systems Engineer"? Not sure my JD fits the title...
- Whats Next after Sec+?
- Interested in switching to IT
- shift career from full-stack developer to product owner
- Security part time work?
- possibility of loosing job
- Pursuing an IT degree - could I benefit from changing majors (not CS or engineering)?
- What are some certs and skills to obtain to be a successful security analyst?
- How is defense contracting right now?
- Could An IT Career = Freedom ?
- Got another great raise, I should probably be happy but the way this company is run gives me so much anxiety
- Security Analyst/Engineer Job Interview
- Landing a Help Desk Role, Which Cert to Pursue? TS/SCI, Sec+
- Preparing for IT or IS (Stilldontknowyetlmao)
| Posted: 05 May 2020 01:17 AM PDT Finding it is time to update the good old resume and want a second set of eyes and some feedback? Post it below and let us know what you need help with. Please check out our Wiki Section for Resumes before posting! Requesters:
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| Is the CCNA a good cert to get to escape helpdesk? Posted: 05 May 2020 05:53 AM PDT Ideally Id like to get a junior network admin position.. is there anything else I should add to the CCNA? bit lost on the direction to take. [link] [comments]  |
| IT careers that allow you to make the world a better place Posted: 05 May 2020 08:13 AM PDT Hello I am just curious about the IT sector. Are they IT careers that allow you to make the world a better place . If so what are they? [link] [comments]  |
| Switching Gears - Which Cert to Get? Posted: 05 May 2020 08:52 AM PDT Sorry in advance for the long post! TL;DR at the bottom. The Coronavirus has finally hit home. I was unexpectedly let go from my job as a network admin on Friday last week and I'm hoping to use this unemployment opportunity to "switch gears" in my career. But first, a little back story: my career started over 10 years ago in tier 1 helpdesk, then moved into operations/monitoring, then back to tier 2 desktop support and finally into network/telecom for the last 5 years or so. I don't hate networking, but it doesn't blow my proverbial skirt up and I admittedly applied for the internal job posting to get away from my tier 2 desktop support manager more than anything else. I've always been interested in server and virtualization-type stuff and have had several home servers running various Linux-based OSes with web GUI front ends. I'm constantly tinkering with them and trying out new applications in Docker. I've built out Windows domain environments at home in virtual machines running on ESXi complete with AD controllers, DHCP, DNS, etc. and then thought "OK cool, now what do I do with this setup?" and scrapped it but valued the learning experience. I also run Linux on my laptops so I am forcing myself to become more comfortable with it. My question is: if I want to switch gears into systems administration so that I'm able to get into a field that is more personally rewarding and interesting to me, what is the cert I should look into getting now that is:
I'm thinking that the RHCSA is going to be too advanced to get without formal classroom study sessions, so maybe the Linux+ would be good to get (although I haven't seen many/any jobs that are specifically Linux admins – just a preferred/nice to have skillset in the description). I think I could probably handle getting the MCSA on my own and lab via VMs again to practice, although it looks like I'd have to pick a more specific discipline and then pursue the MCSE. I'm also open to/interested in DevOps/cloud stuff too in AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform and have taken the AWS free cert on their products but I'm not sure if getting another more OS-specific cert would be more beneficial prior to one of those. I'm also absolutely terrible at coding/scripting and don't really have much interest in trying to teach myself after I couldn't pick it up in college. I can look at code and tell you what's going on but couldn't code from scratch. I'm also not opposed to Security+ because I know cybersecurity is very hot right now. Network+/CCNA is a last resort, as it's what my most recent experience is in, but I'm trying to transition out of the field if possible. Basically, I want to get whatever cert will make me most marketable now and in the future, and will demand a higher salary in the long haul, although at this point being more happy with my job will suffice. TL;DR - I lost my job and am looking into getting a certification to accelerate new job placement but not sure what discipline/niche will look best on my resume/LinkedIn profile to get me back into the workforce ASAP. Server admin type jobs are what I'm looking for but considering the following certs: Linux+/RHCSA, MCSA/MCSE, DevOps type certs, and Security+. Network+/CCNA is also an option but I'd like to transition more into server admin roles. [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 05 May 2020 08:48 AM PDT Hey all, I'm curious about how I should be moving up in tech. I am a devops focused Security Engineer and I'm curious about how SRE compares to architect.. Is a SRE a senior level role? Or would it be more of a lateral move for me at this point? Any help is appreciated. [link] [comments]  |
| Where does everyone find remote work or work that requires a little travel? Posted: 05 May 2020 06:12 AM PDT I live in South Eastern KY and even with all of the issues I enjoy it due to my connection to nature. Also I love having acreage to work with at my home. I've been furloughed and my employer doesn't think many of us will becoming back. I was hoping to find something else paying around $25/hr at least as I have a bachelor's degree, a CCNA R&S, CCNA Security, Azure Fundamentals, and a Master's in progress. I'm also finalizing studies for my Sec+ which I will follow with a PCNSA. I also have around 2.5 years of total experience and around a year of networking experience. But I'm struggling to find anything that allows me to remain in my home that is paid off. I'm just completely stumped about where everyone finds these jobs because I'm struggling using Indeed and LinkedIn to find remote work. I've applied around 30 places using Glassdoor but those are rookie numbers. I'll appreciate any advice here! [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 05 May 2020 09:48 AM PDT Just needed some advice. I see that MCSA (MS 70-740, 70-741, & 70/742) is going to expire in Jan 2021 does it still makes sense to take or just go straight to the MDAA ? My main goal is to get my certs in Azure but I know I need to start somewhere. [link] [comments]  |
| Received job offer, any advice? Posted: 05 May 2020 09:40 AM PDT Well, I received a job offer for an IT Technician yesterday. It's been almost a year since I graduated college with a bachelor's in an IT related degree. I currently do not have any certs. I worked for IT Office at college my last semester. Then was at a nonprofit over the summer. Then did contract work which was basically mass deploying machines, which didn't require much technical skills at all but paid $22/hr. Being contract though it was on/off. Would work for a month or few weeks and be off. Finished last assignment towards middle of March. Been unemployed since then with covid. So I received email yesterday from HR person to call back. They offered me $19/hr and said I had 2 weeks to decide. I told them I'll think about it. Still waiting on email for more info. I thought I would be happy that I got it but now I'm a bit of a nervous wreck. Currently with parents so have to look for housing though I know someone I could move in with if needed immediately. Wondering if I should do a counter offer or not. From the reviews, it seems they give very good benefits. Which IMO is worth the reduce pay from what I was making before. Also be a stable job and in this current economy things are iffy. This would be my first "real job" so to speak. Just worried about screwing things up or not being able to perform on par. This is first job I had to interview for which I got offered something. Any advice? Rambling to strangers on the internet... But feels good to get some of this out. [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 05 May 2020 04:15 AM PDT I'm new to IT and i need to obtain a MCSA but I'm a beginner. Which one would you recommend for beginners [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 05 May 2020 07:13 AM PDT I was wondering if this sub could help me figure out what the first job would be for someone who had an interest in pursuing a job in cyber security? I see many posts about help desk and I think that might be the lead in for everything but not sure. I've been looking at certs as well and from what I've gathered reading this sub it seems like they aren't necessary but don't hurt you for having them. My question is this. Do I try and get a help desk job and while doing that job get some certs that help make me more appealing? Or is there a different route that should be taken? At this point I'm just trying to gather information and see what the best option is for me. Thanks all. [link] [comments]  |
| Can I really be considered a "Systems Engineer"? Not sure my JD fits the title... Posted: 05 May 2020 07:11 AM PDT Started a new job with a consulting firm. My role is to meet with the clients, understand their business needs, then design solutions that fit theirs needs. By 'design', I mean that I'm doing things like process analysis, flowcharting and modeling, determining the stack that fits their needs, then working with developers to design that stack. I'm not a coder or developer myself. I have no 'engineering' degree or training. But my boss feels that Systems Engineer is the title that best fits my job description. Looking at other JDs for that same role, it seems most have some sort of formal engineering background. So does this title make sense, or what would be a more appropriate title for my position? [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 05 May 2020 07:06 AM PDT I've been working IT helpdesk for a little over a year and I want to get started moving my career forward so that I don't get stuck in the same spot. I'm about to take the test for my Sec+ cert and want to get suggestions for what certs I should pursue next if I want to end up in an Info Sec position. All suggestions welcome! [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 05 May 2020 06:47 AM PDT Hi all, So I'm a mid career social worker that is very much interested in the world of cyber security and IT administration in the non profit sector. I'm kind of burnt out doing therapy work and running a mental health/substance abuse clinic. This may be the wrong place to post, but can anyone provide some guidance on how to start learning if this field is for me, and how to get started short of going back to University? I'm based on Michigan, USA if that helps Thanks in advance [link] [comments]  |
| shift career from full-stack developer to product owner Posted: 05 May 2020 06:36 AM PDT I'm working as a full-stack developer with 4 years experience, now I'm thinking about shifting my career to the product owner career, and I have been using agile, scrum, Jira in all my working years, but I have some questions : [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 05 May 2020 06:26 AM PDT I am an experienced ISSO/ISSM (10 years GRC and tech). CISSP/CISM/CEH/Sec+ I recently retired and am looking for only part time work ~20-30 hrs a week. I cannot seem to find any of this type of work part time. Anyone know of or experienced part time work in the security field? [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 05 May 2020 06:09 AM PDT I found a new job, moved to St. Louis from Toronto. I was technical lead then became a PM because that role was being eliminated now they are trying to eliminate on-site PM role in two months. I worked my ass off to get this job and also i work minimum 10 hours a day and on weekends, ultimately cost over efforts wins. [link] [comments]  |
| Pursuing an IT degree - could I benefit from changing majors (not CS or engineering)? Posted: 05 May 2020 05:44 AM PDT I currently am majoring in IT but I've felt burnt out and frustrated lately. I still have two years left and I feel like the amount of time and work I'm putting into this degree is not worth it. I don't want to do CS or engineering, but I'm wondering if there are majors I'm blanking on that would be better for me to pursue? As far as I know, my university only has cyber security certifications and not a degree program. I'm not sure if there is anything for digital learning. I currently work internal support part time and I have some digital learning responsibilities. I don't know that I will be in the same position long term and I am not interested in working help desk in the future. I don't particularly enjoy programming, but I am interested in databases, digital design, and cyber security. I haven't learned much about system admin to know if I'd like that. With all of this in mind, I'm not sure if IT is the way to go or I should pursue a more specific degree that would help me obtain better positions in the future? [link] [comments]  |
| What are some certs and skills to obtain to be a successful security analyst? Posted: 04 May 2020 07:48 PM PDT A little background: I am in college for network administration and I am currently working in information security, been at my job 7 months so far. I currently have a CompTIA IT fundamentals, MTA networking fundamentals, MTA security fundamentals. I feel like I have good networking knowledge obviously being in a networking program and studying for the new CCNA but not taking it yet. Also I am alright in with python scripting and a little automation with it. Currently I am focused on taking the Security+ in a couple of months while working on python on the side. What other certs and skills do you recommend that I add after getting my security+? [link] [comments]  |
| How is defense contracting right now? Posted: 05 May 2020 05:22 AM PDT Considering reenlisting since Ive heard unemployment is high. Are there still many jobs in defense contracting? [link] [comments]  |
| Could An IT Career = Freedom ? Posted: 05 May 2020 05:20 AM PDT My freedom would be this, in the next 3 years. I would like to live in Asian and work remotely. I have friends saying development, learn a language, do your projects, and search for entry lvl jobs and build from there. I think that could be one what, but I guess what I asking to the people who read this, what are other ways ? I know this might very vague, but I know what I want in the end, but I don't know how to get there. I'd like to get there sooner than later, I'm a middle aged man at this point in life so time is way more valuable to me than it used to be. Any advise or comments are greatly apprecaited. [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 04 May 2020 07:04 PM PDT I won't get into too many specifics, I'm sure all of you have worked somewhere where the people are great but shit is just...... not right. The way the company I work at runs is everyone has the same title and works with clients on technology related tasks but not necessarily infrastructure. In our down time three of us manage the entire company's infrastructure, which just is not cutting it. The owners/bosses are willing to put the money into new hardware, software solutions, etc. but won't let us be a dedicated infrastructure staff. There are effectively 3 sys admins doing the best we can to put in about 25-50% of the work one dedicated sysadmin could do per day. On top of that I now have to work on certifications to start the next contract job at the end of the month that they sprung on me last second. I frequently get contracted out for 8+ hours a day and I know my company makes a shit ton off of it, and I don't mind the work, but I feel so much anxiety never knowing what I'm going to be doing next while our company has things it absolutely needs fixed right now. There are so many ticking time bombs that we talk about all the time but just can't get done. I'll stop there, if you can think of something insane and terrible to do, we're probably doing it because it was inherited and no one has time to fix it. I've put in a lot of work and in the past year and a half had my compensation raised almost $20k from what I was initially offered to what I make now and I'm under 25. I should be excited. I work with good people, my bosses are nice despite the flaws I've written about, I have a job right now (serious survivor's guilt rn), and I make good money. But instead I spend my nights filled with anxiety and worrying about what random obscure thing I'll have to deal with next. Anyone ever been in this situation? [link] [comments]  |
| Security Analyst/Engineer Job Interview Posted: 04 May 2020 09:34 PM PDT Where is the best place to view job interview questions for upcoming interviews? [link] [comments]  |
| Landing a Help Desk Role, Which Cert to Pursue? TS/SCI, Sec+ Posted: 04 May 2020 11:36 PM PDT Hello all, Soon to be veteran with a TS/SCI, Sec+ with little to no help desk exp. I am hoping to break into the industry in 2 months when I separate. Which certification should I pursue/Which Microsoft skills looks good on my resume? What should I become knowledgeable about? MS-900? I keep reading M365/O365 is where everything is headed. I'm kind of lost on what that is exactly. Should I become familiar with the ins and outs of M365 and put that on my resume? [link] [comments]  |
| Preparing for IT or IS (Stilldontknowyetlmao) Posted: 05 May 2020 03:20 AM PDT Hello! I just want to know what should i expect if i'll take IT as my course. It doesnt interest me but im getting this course because we are in the modern world and for the salary i guess and im in the front of computer most of my time. I just want to ask if therre are some programs that i need to downlod and practice some coding shits ( NO BACKGROUND AT ALL LMAO ) well on junior high school we used to do arduino and some coding but i didnt take them srsly. TLDR : no background at IT need help on what to start. apps that might help me . [link] [comments]  |
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