- I'm partway through a second Bachelors in Computer Science at WGU, and I'm realizing that I really don't understand programming, and I don't really like it at all. What exactly are my options from here on out?
- I was given the chance to have an amazing opportunity and grow my career!
- Support Manager and Dealing with Staff with Mental Health Issues
- Can you learn IT Cold Turkey and get an advanced Cert then just a beginner Cert?
- Advice needed for my new IT career(Cyber Security)
- Knowing what you know now, are IT skills or Accounting skills more valuable? Which is the more lucrative career path?
- What's the best decision after obtaining my JNCIA with no experience and little education trying to get an entry level job?
- Interview for IT Service Desk Analyst - any advice?
- What does your software engineer elevator pitch look like?
- SYS ADMIN VS IT SECURITY - 2 offers same company. OPINION!
- CISM vs CCNA Beginners, Switching from Logistics to IT.
- Has anyone taken an Extreme Certification or taken the free training?
- As a recent college graduate, how do I gain trust in the IT/Cybersecurity field?
- No degree, No certs, Some experience. Chase certifications or projects?
- Does hiring someone with a disability impact working in IT?
- SAP Abap Consultant Or Web/Mobile Developer Graduation internship
- Looking to get into Cloud computing. Where to start
- Can someone with a felony get a job in IT? If so, where/how/what path to take?
- Do you recommend learning python while studying for the A+?
- I was recently hired for a full time help desk position. How do I not mess things up?
- Cyber security career question, should I stay as support engineer or move on to another company?
- Chances of becoming a data analyst with a felony record
- Is it OK to tell recruiters you are not interested in the position that they contacted you for, but that you are interested in other positions and would like their help?
- I’m sure this has been asked at some point but it’s faster if I ask for my specific situation.
| Posted: 30 Jan 2021 02:36 AM PST Hey everyone, hope all is well. I'm 30 and this is my tenth consecutive year trying to get into the Computer Science field. Long story short, my first Bachelors was a double major in Web Development & Forestry after I couldn't get into the Computer Science program (it was a very good school with strict requirements for the CS major), and nobody really respected the degree I graduated with, not even retail stores. I've been trying to get into CS ever since. I've been rejected from multiple graduate programs (about a dozen), bootcamps (five), and second Bachelors' programs (three), despite trying every year. I've done Codecademy, Treehouse, Pluralsight, the whole nine yards. In between all this, I worked retail a few years, Geek Squad for four years, and spent a year as a Desktop Support contract worker, which I enjoyed greatly, but they wouldn't hire me full time because my degree wasn't relevant to my position. About a year and a half ago I was accepted into WGU's Computer Science major, I really hit the ground running, and while the first eight or nine classes were very challenging but doable, now I'm getting into the core of the program (the part that focuses on Data Structures, Algorithms, and Software Engineering) and I'm realizing that I really don't want to be doing this kind of stuff for the rest of my life. I don't even want to be doing this for the next two years. I'm trying to follow along with the instructors and keep up, I do the after-hours stuff with the TA's, and it still feels like I'm trying to read a foreign language with no context. I've fallen considerably behind and next semester I'll be on academic probation. My wife tells me I've been beating a dead horse for years and I think she may be right, but I've poured so much time and energy into this over the past decade I don't know how I would just start something new and not feel like crap about it, after all, this was supposed to be my golden ticket into the middle class. Now for some positives: I really do enjoy programming in certain contexts, I just don't know if those contexts would ever come up in a job. I like working with SQL and I think I'm pretty good at it. I like writing small scripts to make my personal Excel projects more efficient. I've written a bunch of console applications in Python that make my life easier and shared them with friends. I'm decent with drafting and mapping software. I can do all kinds of cool stuff with Arduino boards. I'm also ITIL certified, for what it's worth. I can write scripts on the fly when they're made to accomplish a task right in front of me (i.e. push an update to a bunch of networked desktops, make this website get data from a certain database at regular intervals, make this Arduino robot wave to me), but as soon as I'm tasked with creating a full fledged program with multiple files that each contain hundreds of lines of code, nested arrays that reference arrays in other files, algorithms, etc., I'm completely lost and no matter how hard I try I can't figure out what it all means. This post was much longer than I wanted it to be, but in the opinion of this sub, what exactly should my next steps be? Should I switch to another WGU major? Try to power through this one just so I can say I graduated with a CS degree? Leave IT altogether? [link] [comments]  |
| I was given the chance to have an amazing opportunity and grow my career! Posted: 29 Jan 2021 01:46 PM PST Recently our virtualization/cloud admin left. I worked with him on several systems and projects. Seeing that his spot will be filled soon I reached out to his manager and began talking to him about it. They gave me the opportunity to take the AZ-104 course which is going to help me advance my career! I finished it this week and will take the exam soon. Everyone's been telling me to pick a specialty and I never knew what, I am happy to have had one chosen for me that I enjoy. The sorting hat choose wisely! Any resource recommendations for prep? [link] [comments]  |
| Support Manager and Dealing with Staff with Mental Health Issues Posted: 30 Jan 2021 06:57 AM PST Hi guys! Sorry, I'm on mobile so I hope the formatting is okay! I also hope my questions are alright! This is more of a support manager/HR question and if I've done everything correctly or should change my approach. We have a new hire (let's call him Dave) where he had been excelling doing well, but then recently raised that he had mental health issues and is extremely stressed at work. Dave has raised he has ongoing mental health issues. Just for some context, we are currently working from home and are a software company. The new hire, Dave, is software support technician and I'm the support manager. We also have a business manager (Alex). We're a small start up that is growing. Alex and I have been butting heads on how to handle Dave. When we first hired Dave, I made a comment that a KPI down the track is to be able to resolve at least 30 tickets a day. I emphasized that it is not expected now but later down the track. Dave has been performing exceptionally well as after a month or so, has been able to hit the target. But that is also what has been stressing Dave so much - he feels pressured to keep hitting that 30 tickets a day. He's had multiple breakdowns, mental health days and is seeing a psychologist. I am completely understanding and having some mental issues myself, do not judge Dave at all. I have reminded him and checked in on him multiples times, to let him know that it's okay to not hit the 30 tickets mark etc. That it's not the only KPI etc. However this has not helped and Dave requested to resign. He told me then had a chat with our business manager. Our business manager convinced him to stay and try a different approach. Unfortunately, we've (business manager and me) been butting heads because:
Am I handling this correctly? [link] [comments]  |
| Can you learn IT Cold Turkey and get an advanced Cert then just a beginner Cert? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 08:42 AM PST If so what is a realistic time frame. And if you do have certs what's something you know now that you wished you knew before you started getting your certs? [link] [comments]  |
| Advice needed for my new IT career(Cyber Security) Posted: 30 Jan 2021 09:48 AM PST Hi everyone! Since i was a teenager i have loved computers. I've recently decided at the age of 27 that i want to change my career into IT. I've had this long battle in my mind about becoming a programmer but i feel i will not be able to do it for the rest of my life. Bare in mind I'm completely new to the IT world. I've recently discovered my love for Cyber Security, i would like some advice on this. I'm thinking about writing the CompTIA Security+ and after that the CompTIA CySA+ exam and maybe something in Ethical Hacking as well just to make my resume a bit more shiny. I would like to know if it's worth it or should i do something completely different that's easier to get into and will offer a more stable form of income. I've read that it's really hard to get a job in Cyber Security. Any advice is welcome. Thank you [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 30 Jan 2021 11:01 AM PST I made a post recently about potentially switching from an accounting and finance career path to something within IT. From that post, it just seemed like most people were very surprised I would want to do this, and sort of even discouraged it. Is a career in IT not all its cracked up to be? [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 30 Jan 2021 10:55 AM PST I recently just obtained my JNCIA, I don't work in the telecom field, but am trying to get into a friend's fiber company based on his recommendation. The requirement for the position technically I am qualified for, but with no experience, and the work load his and other engineering teams have right now, I would probably be more dead weight than anything. With that, and the fact that nothing is available within his company at the moment, I feel I need more credentials to better be qualified anyways. I was wondering if it would be best for me to finish my computer science degree to add to my resume as I was unable to finish my college courses a few years back due to family issues. After getting back into the networking studies, and obtaining my cert, I wouldn't mind an entry level job, but I don't think I'll have much luck with just one cert, technically no experience, and as much work ethic/dedication as I can give. I plan on getting the next Juniper level certificate eventually, but I'm wondering if I should focus on finishing the courses I have left before realistically thinking I'll get any type of feedback for even entry level jobs. I guess I'm asking if thats realistically the best decision I could make at this point, and to keep applying for any jobs where I might be partially qualified, or if there is a certain type of job I would have more luck with applying for so I can at least enter the field to eventually work my way to the career I'm going for. [link] [comments]  |
| Interview for IT Service Desk Analyst - any advice? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 10:45 AM PST I've been working in IT for nearly 4 years as a Desktop Support Engineer (1st Line) and at the same company. I'm looking to move on to another company and I'm having interviews and they seem to go well as I answer all the questions, present myself well and it's good signs all round, or at least I think that, until I either don't get the job or I just don't hear back. Has anyone got any general advice they can give me? I feel like as I'm 21 years old I'm probably up against people with more experience however I think my CV is pretty good for someone my age. I have an interview coming up for a fantastic company as an IT Service Desk Analyst which is also literally on my doorstep. [link] [comments]  |
| What does your software engineer elevator pitch look like? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 09:53 AM PST Sector engineer Camille Eddy describes what she thinks is an effective engineer elevator pitch formula: Get specific on the title you want, the field you want to work in, the discipline you want to specialize in, and the social proof you use to show your "why." What does yours look like? [link] [comments]  |
| SYS ADMIN VS IT SECURITY - 2 offers same company. OPINION! Posted: 30 Jan 2021 09:27 AM PST I am having 2 interviews in 2 different departments in same company. What would be your recommendation? Also same pay. Around 72k It Security Analysts: Virus threats Attack reported from other companies and verify with our company system make sure we are updated. Less technical and more of Analyzing and contacting teams. Sys Admin: fun part we started integrating Azure in Company (50000 users) so I would get to play with that as well. Sys Admin also has security side of keeping servers updated and etc... Thanks for help!!!! [link] [comments]  |
| CISM vs CCNA Beginners, Switching from Logistics to IT. Posted: 30 Jan 2021 08:26 AM PST Hello I'm the gov contracting seen here in DC I specialize in Logistics and Logistics support. But I think I want to dabble into the it word. All my friends do it and my parents want me to get into it. I noticed my local college is offering classes. I have no IT background. But I have a limited budget. What would y'all recommend for me. All the security+ classes are closed. So I can choose from CCNA / AWS Cloud Practitioner/ CISM. What would your recommend a beginner. I have good study habits that. I formally worked at IBM in a data center too. Thank you. [link] [comments]  |
| Has anyone taken an Extreme Certification or taken the free training? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 05:40 AM PST Has anyone taken the Extreme Certifications? My job is wanting me to take part in the free videos and the certification and just curious what the test was like. Also is the certificate worth much when applying for a job? I know it's not useless just never heard of it like Microsoft or CompTIA. I'm new to IT so I may just not know. Thanks guys. [link] [comments]  |
| As a recent college graduate, how do I gain trust in the IT/Cybersecurity field? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 01:43 AM PST I'm about to graduate from college with a degree in IT, concentrating in Cybersecurity. And I want to ideally find a position as a security analyst or a penetration tester. However, whenever I see a job posting for these jobs, they require security clearance/certs/long job experience. As a college graduate, I'm wondering how does one get started in the cybersecurity industry? [link] [comments]  |
| No degree, No certs, Some experience. Chase certifications or projects? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 05:28 AM PST Hello all, Background As the title suggests, I am in my first year as a security analyst with basic knowledge of networking, programming and security concepts. I have no certifications or degree. I'm interested in getting into DevSecOps or a software engineering role with heavy emphasis on security and/or the cloud. Question Would it be better for me to continue gaining professional experience as a security analyst and work towards relevant security and cloud certifications? Or should I go the project based route in hopes of eventually building a portfolio to showcase? Any input would be appreciated! [link] [comments]  |
| Does hiring someone with a disability impact working in IT? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 04:36 AM PST Usually on application forms, there is a box to disclose if you have a disability. I'm doubting that many people are actually honest with this, considering that a mental disability can affect your work in IT. Do employers get some financial benefit from hiring someone with a disability or is it just for non-discrimination? I am not trying to make fun of anyone but my colleague definitely has some type of mental disability (I'm assuming he's autistic based on how he acts/talks). He slurs his speech (among other things) a lot and can't formulate coherent sentences so I don't understand what he's asking/saying most times and have to literally talk to him like a child (not in a condescending way but to break down his thoughts). This isn't an issue in general, but he just isn't fit for IT which requires logic and troubleshooting. That's not the main issue though because I know that many people who can be autistic are high-functioning. He genuinely doesn't know most things about IT. He's a level 2 desktop technician. He has a bachelor's degree in computer science. He's told me that he's worked help desk and desktop support in previous jobs but he doesn't know basic knowledge. With every ticket he handles, he asks me how to fix it. I tell him in exact numbered detail what to do and he can't even do that. He didn't know how to recreate an Outlook profile, manually add a shared mailbox to Outlook, didn't know the URL for OWA, didn't know how to fix a display issue (after me telling him to check display settings which was the problem), didn't know how to change file associations, didn't know how to add a user to the printer address book, doesn't know any basic commands (ipconfig, gpupdate /force, gpedit, devmgmt), doesn't know how to find a computer name from the MANY ways it can be found within Windows or the CLI, doesn't know how to sign someone into OneDrive (self-explanatory), doesn't know how to import a . pst file into Outlook, doesn't know where to delete old . ost files. He's even asked me how to categorize his resolution for a ticket and I gave him options based on the issue but then said "use your best judgement - that's up to your perception based on the issue". Stuff I demonstrate how to do and tell him documentation to save he doesn't save it and then asks me again how to do it. There is a continuous list. This guy is in his 40's (I'm in my early 20's with no degree) and he's had over 20 years of IT experience with a CS degree telling me he's done this work before but that's debatable because he acts so confused and lost. His incompetence is affecting my work due to me having to help/correct his work when he doesn't do stuff right. I'm not his knowledge base, I help him but I shouldn't have to hold his hand with basic stuff that he should know. I'm not sure if his disability is impacting his ability to work but it's not good. Management previously told me they're giving him a "chance" (I don't even think they like his work) but now management is asking to meet with me to discuss my colleague and what I think about his work (management seems iffy about him too). My colleague has a very obvious and noticeable mental problem but no one has addressed it yet. Users are even messaging me directly (even if he owns their ticket) due to them saying he doesn't know how to fix their stuff. This creates 2 workloads for me when I have to work his tickets because he doesn't know how. [link] [comments]  |
| SAP Abap Consultant Or Web/Mobile Developer Graduation internship Posted: 30 Jan 2021 04:01 AM PST Hello everyone . So i am computer science engineering student in my final year f . gonna start my graduation internship next week and as u know this project will define my orientation in IT . actually having two offers: The first is as a web/mobile developer abroad in Europe. And the second one is as a sap abap consultant ( i intended a abap courses ). I am kinda lost 😕 especially dont know if going to the sap world worth it . I need your thoughts please 🙏 [link] [comments]  |
| Looking to get into Cloud computing. Where to start Posted: 29 Jan 2021 04:34 PM PST So I'm looking to start a real career I'm 24 years old and I already feel like I'm behind. I don't have any experience with coding I've spent thousands of hours on my computer playing games and just messing around. I have no idea were to start, I hear cloud computing is going to be huge but I don't know were to begin. Should I pursue a CS degree and then look into Cloud computing? I'm currently in the trade field I've never been a huge fan but it pays the bills. Any advice would be awesome there's a ton of info out there but none on were to TRULY start. Sorry in Advance for the wall of text. [link] [comments]  |
| Can someone with a felony get a job in IT? If so, where/how/what path to take? Posted: 29 Jan 2021 06:45 PM PST What about Help Desk level 1 jobs after getting the A+? And then any networking jobs after getting Net+? [link] [comments]  |
| Do you recommend learning python while studying for the A+? Posted: 29 Jan 2021 03:28 PM PST I graduated a couple of months ago and I haven't had any luck finding a job due to having no experience and no certs. Im trying to increase my chances of finding an entry level job in IT by getting my A+ cert as well as picking up a few new skills. I was thinking maybe messing around with a home lab to utilize the knowledge i get from my A+. I was also thinking of picking up python since I want to get into devops further down my career. Im trying to take my exam within 3 months because I desperately need a job, is this doable? [link] [comments]  |
| I was recently hired for a full time help desk position. How do I not mess things up? Posted: 29 Jan 2021 05:49 PM PST I've already been working a "part time" "help desk" (really more of a NOC/operations) positions for several years now. I'd been trying to leave for several years and, just a few years ago, I was hired for another full time help desk job. I won't go into detail; but the end result was my getting fired within a week and going back to my old job (which I technically never left, but that's besides the point). Other than avoiding the same mistakes as last time; what can I do to keep this new job for longer than a week? [link] [comments]  |
| Cyber security career question, should I stay as support engineer or move on to another company? Posted: 29 Jan 2021 07:15 PM PST I m currently working as a Product support engineer for a DAM security product in a cybersecurity company(leader in data/app security). I have Security+ certification and some background in pen-testing/vulnerability assessment. I like what I do, but I am doubting will my current role help me in my career since although the product is data security, but job role is actually not security-related? So my question here is how long should I stay in this job role or should I change and look for cybersecurity roles? [link] [comments]  |
| Chances of becoming a data analyst with a felony record Posted: 29 Jan 2021 08:27 PM PST Kind of self explanatory. I'm 30 years old with 0 history in tech and spent 7 months in a federal corrections institute for a non violent crime. Not theft either but it involves stolen property. I'm learning python at the moment and plan to learn sql once I have basic fundamentals of python. I know its not easy with anyone without experience and no college degree to break into any part of tech, but I'm curious how much more difficult it would be to start a career in analyzing data with my record. Would a degree make it easier? Any (constructive) advice is appreciated. [link] [comments]  |
| Posted: 29 Jan 2021 11:58 PM PST Hello, So i've been doing desktop support for about a year now, and every week I get at least one person messaging me from LinkedIn or other sites with positions that are pretty much what I already have, or some more interesting ones but for very short contracts(I really dont wanna try my luck at this time and leave my stable job for a 3 month contract). Is it ok/normal/common to tell them that you dont want to pursue that particular position, but would like to work with them to find something else? I've never worked with a recruiter but I get the feeling that it would be easier to get a jr sys admin(or something else above desktop support) with them, rather than applying myself to companies? [link] [comments]  |
| I’m sure this has been asked at some point but it’s faster if I ask for my specific situation. Posted: 29 Jan 2021 07:34 PM PST Currently active duty Air Force with a DoD secret clearance. I'm going to be taking my my sec + exam in May and will be finishing my B.S. in cyber security in June. Is it possible to land a position with my credentials but not practical work experience? [link] [comments]  |
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