Re: Denied the CISSP, what are oher options

[Adriel Desautels <adriel () netragard com>]

Erika,
	Experience, published research, and good references are the best 
certifications. The rest are merely pieces of paper that say that you 
passed a test. Anyone can study and regurgitate information into an 
exam, not everyone is capable of actually applying what they are 
attempting to learn. The ability to apply is what makes certain people 
valuable.

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Erika_cissp () yahoo com wrote:
> Due to a facebook "breach of ethics" violation at work I don't think I will be getting this cert due to the code of 
> ethics associated with the CISSP.
>
> I'm middle aged and have reservations about going back for a 4 year degree. Most postings for security analysts want a CISSP 
> or a degree. I have  4 years solid experience, but that doesn't count for much these days.
>
> What suggestions can anyone give me for other certs that will help get a better job? The MCSE security cert? CCNP security? 
> Security+ ? Are any of these going to get me anywhere further in my career? I don't have the cash for the SANS as I 
> live outside the US.