All depends where you live, or are willing to move to.
I am in New England andwell.
Entry level up here I would say 60K, Intermediate upwards of (and over) 80K.
I see. Thanks for the information.
IT Certifications and Careers (Official Discussion Thread)
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I see. Thanks for the information.
McTwerk
Dreams and Nightmares
Word...Good luck!
Security is exciting and interesting, the threat landscape changes daily and there is always something new to learn and do.
Like I said, my next step is the OSCP, which is very technical and hands on.
Jumping point after that (along with real world experience of course) is 6 figures working at a pen testing firm.
How old are you and have long have you been doing this if you dont mind answering.
McTwerk
Dreams and Nightmares
I am 34 and have been in IT for the 13 years. Last 3 years have been strictly security focused.
Not bad. Theres hope.
McTwerk
Dreams and Nightmares
There is always hope. Gotta put the work in, but that is with everything.
I'm studying for the Security+ right now and it looks like half the stuff is already covered in the A+ and Network+ (both of which I have). Someone with a CCNA would probably have no problem reading the book and passing this test. The Gibson book is only about 500 pages and it is a real straight forward and easy read.
Cap. Scarlet
Pro
I've only been in this Help Desk position for almost 6 months and I'm about to lose my mind. Granted, I've worked in call centers before but this is a different beast in itself. It's fun to learn new things though. The work is not hard, it's the users that call and the stupid tickets that they create that gets to me. I definitely cannot do this for another year. I have to stay focused and work my tail off to get to the next position.
Conscious Pilot
Do Better.
what certs do you have?
From What I get from this thread.. A+ than Network+ than Security? And hopefully some experience in between
NormanConnors
Detroit/MSU Spartan Life
between .net, java, and sql
what is the easiest to learn (as far as grasping) and most lucrative?
i'm looking to escape the world of desktop support.. hopefully migrating towards network security or the above mentioned in regards to what peaks my interest.
what is the easiest to learn (as far as grasping) and most lucrative?
i'm looking to escape the world of desktop support.. hopefully migrating towards network security or the above mentioned in regards to what peaks my interest.
FreshFromATL
Self Made
For me, it was SQL. But everyone may be different.
easiest - SQL by far
lucrative - it varies but typically the more languages you know makes you more attractive to employers
Cap. Scarlet
Pro
I only have a Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, but I was a computer technician for a year. I really don't see the point of getting A+ or Network+ certified at this point. I'm currently working a Help Desk position so I can get the experience.
Brown_Pride
All Star
I don't know what's been said in this thread so far but...
I i know some of these kids coming to my company with security experience are banking 80k+ a year. If they are contractors they are looking at 6 figures. Maybe 10 years of experience at most. Wish i'd stayed in the IT field
I i know some of these kids coming to my company with security experience are banking 80k+ a year. If they are contractors they are looking at 6 figures. Maybe 10 years of experience at most. Wish i'd stayed in the IT field
NormanConnors
Detroit/MSU Spartan Life
I don't know what's been said in this thread so far but...
I i know some of these kids coming to my company with security experience are banking 80k+ a year. If they are contractors they are looking at 6 figures. Maybe 10 years of experience at most. Wish i'd stayed in the IT field
as long as technology keeps changing it's never too late breh
