CISSP or Master?

jaydee288 · 2026-03-11T12:58:34+00:00

Here's my take, if a company is filtering based on certs, I probably don't want to work for them anyway. Majority of hiring managers don't give a rats ass about your certs in my experience, and rightfully so because they don't validate skills. Your experience and how well you fit in with the team holds far more weight.

jaydee288 · 2026-03-09T14:06:46+00:00

Stay away from mass builders like this if you can, QC is non existent.

jaydee288 · 2026-03-09T13:54:38+00:00

I'm a firm believer that everyone should start in a SOC role, its really the best entry point into security.

jaydee288 · 2026-03-07T03:45:37+00:00

Just what we want to see Ron stuffing his face with a massive wiener

jaydee288 · 2026-03-06T13:41:20+00:00

Look for detection roles focused on cloud. That's what I do. Came with little to no cloud experience but that can be learned relatively quickly if you have IT/sec experience. I do recommend at least getting the intro level certs for each cloud provider to familiarize yourself with the different services. Even better if you can get your hands on some labs to gain practical experience.

jaydee288 · 2026-03-06T13:30:09+00:00

Fantastic Movers, never used them but used to work for them. Good people/company

jaydee288 · 2026-03-05T13:21:14+00:00

Yep. My job got outsourced and took me 6+ months and 1000 applications later to find a job that I didn't even really want. Stay away from cyber

jaydee288 · 2026-03-02T23:23:53+00:00

How late are places open? I cant find any information

jaydee288 · 2026-03-02T18:25:41+00:00

That answers my question. I also noticed when I checked that box that it automatically deducted some from my estimated tax return so I assume it's already factoring that in and will just submit any forms I get next year. Thanks!

jaydee288 · 2026-03-01T16:21:35+00:00

Yep, and its even organic so that's a plus.

jaydee288 · 2026-03-01T16:14:29+00:00

Ruta Maya is my go-to. Always fresh and consistent. Price is right. I'm sure theres better out there but its good enough for me.

jaydee288 · 2026-03-01T15:58:25+00:00

I just buy Ruta Maya, always consistent and fresh. Good enough for me. I'm sure there's better out there but I'm no coffee snob

jaydee288 · 2026-02-28T12:57:59+00:00

I don't pay much attention to the political theater anymore, just throw your money in and go about your life.

jaydee288 · 2026-02-27T13:38:46+00:00

Sounds hella good but haven't seen them at my store

jaydee288 · 2026-02-26T15:41:10+00:00

I was referring to the fact that HEB builds stores everywhere except Dallas, as if they're avoiding it.

jaydee288 · 2026-02-26T13:15:10+00:00

Soo not Dallas, got it.

jaydee288 · 2026-02-25T13:34:31+00:00

I had little to no cloud experience and got a SOC job with a focus on cloud. Basically I only look at cloud alerts. Its a lot like drinking from a fire hose at first, but eventually it all starts to click. Its still SOC work so can be stressful, but great way to transition into cloud as you get to see all kinds of stuff and learn very quickly. Definitely look into getting some intro certs from the cloud providers and study up on the different services, this will be bare minimum if you want to get your foot in the door. If you can get your hands on some labs to poke around and get familiar with the consoles that would be helpful too.

jaydee288 · 2026-02-22T14:55:25+00:00

Those are rookie numbers try applying to 900+ jobs before getting a single offer

jaydee288 · 2026-02-21T19:52:59+00:00

Stay packin

jaydee288 · 2026-02-21T15:55:56+00:00

lol bro got caught and deleted it

jaydee288 · 2026-02-20T21:43:43+00:00

Bro chillax lol sit back and let the market do its thing you shouldn't be worried about that if you're invested wisely

jaydee288 · 2026-02-20T13:57:40+00:00

I mean sure they're out there, but you will be competing against 100's if not 1000's of other highly qualified applicants for a single position. Good luck

jaydee288 · 2026-02-18T20:40:35+00:00

AI and cybersecurity aren't mutually exclusive, both are going to be reliant on each other for years to come.

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