Security/Technology Certifications: Are They Worth It? – Part IV
As I mentioned in previous articles—and this is my personal opinion—the ones who should be paying for certifications and even professional memberships are the employers. After all, they’re the ones with the resources and ultimately the ones who benefit most. In some of the companies I’ve worked for, employers offer to pay for certifications in […]
Security/Technology Certifications: Are They Worth It? – Part III
Security/Technology Certifications: Are They Worth It? – Part IIIIn 2018, I began to see the horrific reality of certifications. The “successes” I had achieved and the transformation of my professional “profile” began to attract the attention of my employer, recruiters, and other companies… Unfortunately, the intentions weren’t entirely positive. My certifications began to be used […]
Security/Technology Certifications: Are They Worth It? – Part II
The truth is that the industry has lied to us about the value of certifications. No one cares if you’re CEH, CHFI, or ISO 27001. An average “certification” course in security costs around USD $1,000 — that’s equivalent to three legal minimum monthly wages in Colombia. On top of that, some require annual membership fees […]
Security/Technology Certifications: Are They Worth It? – Part I
In 2013, I earned my first certification in Digital Forensics. For that first achievement, I had to make a significant investment — take a 40-hour course, study for a couple of weeks afterward, and finally take the exam. Was it worth it? No. In the following years, I shifted my focus — mainly because security […]
3 resources to learn security concepts
One of the most common questions I get from friends and students is, “How can I learn security?” In this article, I’ll explain three resources I consider essential. 1) The Security+ Study Guide by Darril Gibson and Joe Shelley: Darril Gibson’s books focus primarily on preparing for one of my favorite security certifications (Security+); however, […]