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Cyber Security Certifications: Insights from Daniel Lowry
Jul 23, 2024
Cyber Security Certifications: Insights from Daniel Lowry
Speaker Information
Speaker
: Daniel Lowry, an edutainer at ITProTV.
Host
: David Bombal.
Specialty
: Cyber Security.
Introduction
Daniel integrates engaging and interactive methods of teaching cyber security.
Goal: Provide fun and effective IT training to help individuals gain necessary skills.
Importance of Certifications
Certifications are crucial for breaking into cyber security and advancing in the field.
Common certifications include Security+, CEH, PenTest+, and the eLearnSecurity's EJPT.
Recommended Certifications Path
Starting Point
:
EJPT
: Considered the best entry-level certification for offensive security (PenTesting).
Reason
: Combines aspects of Security+ and CEH without the filler.
Gatekeeper
:
CEH
: Provides broad foundational knowledge; good for security practitioners.
Advantage
: Strong industry recognition, useful for HR screening.
Advanced
:
OSCP
: Practical, industry recognized, tough but valuable for deeper skills.
Additional Certifications:
Security+
: Good general certification, 8570 compliant.
PenTest+
: Strong option, practical exam, complementary to others.
EJPT vs. CEH
EJPT
: Focused, practical, enjoyable exam.
CEH
: Wide knowledge base, less practical initially but evolving with CEH Practical.
Practical Training
: CEH has started offering a practical exam to match market demands.
The Value of Certifications
Certification Benefits
:
Industry recognition.
Knowledge foundation.
Enhances job prospects especially in HR screenings.
Training Value
:
Practical experience through cert training like OSCP, EJPT, and CEH Practical.
Often reduces theory and increases hands-on experience.
Practical Learning Recommendations
Supplemental Platforms
: Hack The Box, Try Hack Me, VulnHub.
Balance
: Engage in both certifications and practical, hands-on challenges.
Continuous Learning
: Certifications should be part of ongoing education.
Philosophy on Red Teaming
Purpose
: Help the blue team enhance their defense capabilities.
Focus
: Identifying and fixing weaknesses, ultimately to support security enhancement.
Courses and Hands-On Learning at ITProTV
Daniel's courses emphasize practical application of theoretical knowledge.
CEH, PenTest+
: Courses go beyond theory, applying concepts in practical scenarios.
Final Takeaways
Certifications Path
:
EJPT
for starting a PenTesting career.
CEH
for broad, foundational knowledge and HR gatekeeping.
OSCP
for deeper, practical skills.
Integration
: Certification knowledge should be reinforced through practical experience and continuous learning via interactive platforms.
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