Re: CompTIA Qualifications

[Joseph Hargis <jhargis01 () googlemail com>]

On 5/3/2012 14:26, Anwar Khan wrote:
> Guys, its not a joke for Newbie, an entry level guy cannot go for
> CISSP, GPEN,CEH, CISM or any other high tech certification.
>
> But yes, its a joke a for pen tester or security consultant :)
>
>
> On Thu, May 3, 2012 at 5:45 PM, Mohamed Farid <m.farid.shawara () gmail com> wrote:
> > It's well recognized but it's a joke.
> >
> >
> > On 5/3/12, dolan.alex () gmail com <dolan.alex () gmail com> wrote:
> > > What are people's opinions on the CompTIA qualifications?
> > > http://www.comptia.org/home.aspx
> > >
> > > Specifically, the Security+
> > > http://certification.comptia.org/getCertified/certifications/security.aspx
> > >
> > > I basically want to know if they are as worldwide recognised as they say
> > > they are, and will a Security+ qualification look good to a potential
> > > employer. Or will they never had heard of it?
> > >
> > > Thanks guys
> > >
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Thank You Anwar. CompTIA Security+ is absolutely not a joke. And here is
why - everyone has to start somewhere. In the process of studying and
preparing for the exam properly - i.e. purchasing and reading the books,
learning the concepts, learning the terminology - a student is laying
the groundwork for advanced certifications. And ultimately the purpose
for taking a certification exam is to demonstrate to a potential
employer that you have a verified level of knowledge, skills, and
abilities; proof that you have put in the time and effort to learn the
concepts. Is it possible to pass the exam without understanding the
fundamental security concepts that Sec+ is designed and intended to
teach? Certainly (and unfortunately) yes. But, for those that do this it
will very quickly become apparent to an employer that this is what has
happened. And they will just as quickly lose their job - and deservedly
so. When given the proper respect it deserves the CompTIA Security+ cert
is no joke. Study fr the exam, take the exam, and honor it for what it
is - a stepping stone.

Joe Hargis.

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In this guide we examine the importance of Apache-SSL and who needs an SSL certificate.  We look at how SSL works, how 
it benefits your company and how your customers can tell if a site is secure. You will find out how to test, purchase, 
install and use a thawte Digital Certificate on your Apache web server. Throughout, best practices for set-up are 
highlighted to help you ensure efficient ongoing management of your encryption keys and digital certificates.

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