Re: University Degree or CISSP

[Steven Kalcevich <lists () ciscokid net>]

My feeling is the best edge is the past work you have done within a 
company and what value you can bring to a new company that you are 
looking to work for. You designed that and it did that oh wow thas 
great, rather then I got my XXX certification and I want $ for money as 
I am super certified and better then everyone. Anyone can sit long 
enough and read a book and pass a test. Thats a cookie cutter type the 
world has enough of those.

Just my 2cents.


mike () genxweb net wrote:

> > Is it better (in terms of technology and industry acceptablity) to get a
> > university degree on information security than certifications such as
> > ccna/ccsp, ceh (or security+) and cissp?
> >
> > Soum
> >
> >
> >    
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> Both actually. I say 97% of all jobs these days at least in the states
> require a formal BS degree. The certifications are a added bonus to show
> your skills and give you the edge over your competition.
>