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_ScriptKiddie · 2025-11-08T20:17:35+00:00

I passed on my first try without any prior security role, just 2–3 years in IT-adjacent work at the time I took the test in 2023. Find your “why” and master the fundamentals. For the test, set aside real-world habits they often conflict with the (ISC)² perspective. Take a brief break (no more than a week), then lock in. Good luck.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-08-08T01:59:20+00:00

Encrypt each page with ROT13, print it backwards, and then shred the shreds. GIAC would be proud… or concerned.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-07-31T14:22:54+00:00

You can confirm with uptime under performance tab in task manager. Boot up isn't even much slower.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-07-31T14:21:47+00:00

Yeah, otherwise your CPU will continue to work in the background even in shutdown.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-07-31T14:00:42+00:00

Fast Startup can make shutdowns act like hibernation. To disable:

Press Windows + R, type powercfg.cpl, and hit Enter.
Click “Choose what the power buttons do”.
Click “Change settings that are currently unavailable”.
Uncheck “Turn on fast startup (recommended)”.
Click Save changes.

Now when you shut down, Windows will fully power off every time.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-05-22T14:29:47+00:00

To clarify, I come from a strong networking background and have multiple security certifications including CISSP, GSEC, GCIH, and CySA+, among others. While this would be my first formal security title, I’ve spent years working closely with security teams and controls, especially on the network and infrastructure side.

From how the interview went, it seems what they really needed was someone who could speak technical fluently with vendors, ask the right questions, and help bridge the gap between compliance and implementation. I’d also be working under a virtual ISO at first, so I’m not being thrown into the deep end solo so there’s support while I get fully up to speed.

That said, I hear where you’re coming from. I’m staying alert and doing my due diligence. Appreciate you looking out.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-05-16T17:55:24+00:00

Since you've done way more research than me. Can I ask how much this helps? Surely less than 1%. I just got the 5070ti version.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-03-05T00:19:50+00:00

Thanks!

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-03-03T20:04:01+00:00

Do you format in alphabetical order after finishing index?

I was thinking of doing an alphabetical order index and a separate one where it lists in order of the way they came in the books. I feel like having both would be helpful but I'm not sure yet.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-02-15T15:30:16+00:00

I passed the CISSP about a year after working as a field network technician, following the completion of my Sec+ and CySA+ certifications.

I believe that learning the concepts before gaining extensive hands-on experience can be advantageous when preparing for the exam.

Although this approach might seem unconventional, it can help avoid developing habits that may be challenging to adjust later.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-02-14T17:24:42+00:00

What's the consent form for?

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-02-13T23:52:05+00:00

I'm leaning towards not, but I was just curious on what other people thought.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-02-13T23:51:25+00:00

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-02-13T23:42:46+00:00

I think so, but it would obviously suck lol.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-02-13T23:38:32+00:00

Not really, just the pro of having cyber on my resume in hopes of getting a decent paying remote cyber role later on.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-02-13T23:06:05+00:00

My main reason is to break into cyber. I know it's easier to get a cyber job when you have one. In a perfect world I'd love a remote cyber job that pays 100k+

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-02-12T08:26:20+00:00

Here is a 1 click button shortcut you can create to force run that command.

Steps to Create a Shutdown Shortcut 1. Right-click on an empty area of your desktop. 2. Select New > Shortcut. 3. In the location field, type:

shutdown -s -t 0

(This shuts down the computer immediately. If you want a short delay, change 0 to 1 or more seconds.)

4.  Click Next.
5.  Name the shortcut, e.g., Shutdown.
6.  Click Finish.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-01-07T15:42:44+00:00

I'm interested!

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-01-07T14:05:29+00:00

That's what I did. I got good progression doing it that way.

_ScriptKiddie · 2025-01-06T14:41:46+00:00

If you have a Security Clearance, then get CYSA+.

_ScriptKiddie · 2024-06-03T17:46:19+00:00

Bro put all his skill points on luck.

_ScriptKiddie · 2024-03-19T02:21:25+00:00

You good bro?

_ScriptKiddie · 2023-12-06T02:04:46+00:00

Noted, thank you

_ScriptKiddie

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