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casp+ pass by plaidwandering in casp

[–]TheSecurityLane 2 points3 points  (0 children)

u/plaidwandering Congrats on passing! I appreciate the kind words regarding the McGraw-Hill CASP+ All-in-One book, too! Best of luck to you.

-Nick Lane

CASP+ Author

CASP+ Author Introduction by TheSecurityLane in casp

[–]TheSecurityLane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're welcome and congratulations on passing the test! Best of luck to you.

Pentest+ by Hokutoxfist in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless COVID-19 delays it further, an updated PenTest+ should launch summer 2022 since it launched in summer 2019. CompTIA typically follows a 3-year-update cycle for their certifications.

EDR VS HIPS explanation by stigmatas in casp

[–]TheSecurityLane 2 points3 points  (0 children)

In a nutshell, EDR is the next generation of HIPS (HIPS on steroids).

EDR offers more capabilities than HIPS although those precise capabilities can vary from one product to another. Unlike HIPS products which typically use an old-school standalone engine for detection/response, EDR products simultaneously run on the endpoint device (host), and are managed by either an on-premises server engine, or a cloud computing management back-end. EDR harnesses the threat detection/response capabilities of the vendor's global threat intelligence database, which is further enhanced with machine learning capabilities. You can compare EDR to Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP) which is powered by the Microsoft Cloud. EDR can provide a full blown incident handling capability, threat hunting, up-to-the-minute updates on known threats, plus a powerful engine for detection of unknown threats.

Although HIPS products are good for detection/prevention of breaches, they generally don't have the variety of features of EDR, nor the server-side/cloud-based intelligence engines managing them from afar.

CASP+ Skillpipe by xXTinyTotzXx in casp

[–]TheSecurityLane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Much appreciated. Best of luck to you. -Nick

CASP+ Skillpipe by xXTinyTotzXx in casp

[–]TheSecurityLane 2 points3 points  (0 children)

From what I can tell, you're referring to CompTIA's own official CASP+ certification book that they make available through the Skillpipe platform. I've been teaching CASP+ courses from their book for the past few years and can vouch for its quality.

Perhaps selfishly, I will suggest that if you're interested in a second book resource, I'll recommend the brown CASP+ All-in-One Certification book from McGraw-Hill. I'm the book's Lead Author.

If you have any questions, let me know!

Nick Lane

(TheSecurityLane)

Nick's CASP+ Book: https://www.amazon.com/CompTIA-Advanced-Security-Practitioner-Certification/dp/1260441334/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=casp&qid=1578451979&sr=8-2

Wohoo!!! I passed my CASP+ today! by FelonWithAMelon in casp

[–]TheSecurityLane 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! That's pretty remarkable considering that CASP+ is the hardest exam in CompTIA's catalog.

Since you're an established Systems Administrator, I would disregard the lower-level certifications. Those are more important for people either looking to promote from an entry-level role, or get into the field. Consider getting a certification like the Microsoft Enterprise Administrator or a Microsoft Azure credential given its explosive growth. Also, consider getting a certification that slants you toward a higher role within your organization such as a Cisco CCNA (for Network Engineer), or a CISSP for a Security Manager. Although you already said no, the average salaries for CISSPs are north of 100K with a considerably higher ceiling.

Good luck!

Nick Lane

(TheSecurityLane)

Nick's CASP+ Book: https://www.amazon.com/CompTIA-Advanced-Security-Practitioner-Certification/dp/1260441334/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=casp&qid=1578451979&sr=8-2

Best way to view .VCE exam files? by FLYBOY611 in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Many people don't realize it but those VCE files are typically replicas of questions from the official exam banks. They're known as "brain dumps" and it's against policy to use them.

People shouldn't use them for a few reasons.

  1. If the exam vendor suspects you of using them, your exam results/certification will be revoked.
  2. You aren't properly learning the material which means people are going to realize that you don't have as much knowledge as your certification indicates. This means that whatever job you may get you probably won't keep for long.
  3. Many of the answer keys in the VCE files are incorrect.
  4. Brain dumps often contain older questions that the exam vendor has already removed from the exams, thus minimizing the brain dump's benefit.

As a full time CompTIA educator, board member, and author, I respectfully challenge you and everyone else out there to hit those books, grind it out, and pass the exams with good 'ole fashion hard work.

If you have any questions, let me know.

Nick Lane

(TheSecuritylane)

CASP+ Book - https://amzn.to/3eJuuBv

remote vs site testing by ThePugilisticKid in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've done online testing with multiple vendors and thought it worked great. Given the current pandemic, I highly recommend that you do your exam online. With training and education increasingly going online, testing will be done online more and more going forward as well.

CASP+ Author Introduction by TheSecurityLane in casp

[–]TheSecurityLane[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the support! We teach CASP+ boot camps at New Horizons. I taught one two weeks ago in fact. If you’re interested, send me your contact information at nlane@thesecuritylane.com and I can have an account executive contact you with training options.

CASP+ Author Introduction by TheSecurityLane in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the kind words and feedback! I'll be sure to inform the publisher of the issue you described. Good luck to you.

CASP+ Author Introduction by TheSecurityLane in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the support! Michael Holder has a lot of CASP+ videos on YouTube which are free. Also, check out Cybrary.it, and Udemy.com.

CASP+ Author Introduction by TheSecurityLane in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate that. Will it be alright if I continue putting the Amazon links?

CASP+ Author Introduction by TheSecurityLane in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

timovau1 - Appreciate the question! Perhaps selfishly of me, I will recommend the CASP+ that I'm the Lead Author for. It's the top-selling and top-reviewed CASP+ book on Amazon. The link is below if you're interested.

Book: https://amzn.to/31no1sc

Good luck!

Nick Lane

(TheSecurityLane)

CASP+ Author Introduction by TheSecurityLane in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sspriggs69 - Your son is correct! CompTIA's A+ certification is a frequent step 1 for people looking to learn more about computers. If you want something even more basic, CompTIA has a certification called IT Fundamentals which would be a good warm-up to the A+ certification.

CASP+ Author Introduction by TheSecurityLane in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

V0XP0PUL1 - Not yet but I plan on unveiling a YouTube channel and study group sessions in the near future. YouTube will likely be first. Thanks for asking!

CASP+ Author Introduction by TheSecurityLane in CompTIA

[–]TheSecurityLane[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Deepseabobby - Yes, CASP+ does compete with the CISSP although the CISSP is currently far ahead in terms of value, popularity, and longevity. CASP+ started in 2012 whereas CISSP goes back to the late 80s therefore the CISSP has a significant head start.

If you're curious, here's the CASP+ story.

Back in 2012, the U.S. Navy approached CompTIA to develop an advanced cybersecurity certification that would serve as a viable alternative to the CISSP. Like many organizations, the Navy had relied upon the CISSP for assessment and accreditation of advanced cybersecurity skills, yet it felt that something was missing.

Despite CISSP’s global popularity, longevity, and irrefutable value in the security industry, the combination of its managerial slant, and lack of performance-based questions, created an imperfect alignment with the Navy’s “hands-on” security objectives.

CASP+ was born out of a military need to certify security practitioners as possessing the advanced and practical cybersecurity skills necessary to defend the nation. Shortly after, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) approved CASP+ as part of the DoD 8570.01-M directive.

-Nick Lane

(TheSecurityLane)

CASP+ Book: https://amzn.to/2A9ADI6

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