I'm looking for some input as to what a good next step would be in my certification itinerary. I'll start by stating current experience and knowledge.
-- I'm Network+ Certified 1 month ago.
-- Currently preparing for the A+ exam (w/ Depot Tech as the optional test)
-- Most of my experience is with XP Pro. I have some interest in Linux, I haven't picked a flavor to practice with.
-- Starting PC Building about 4 years ago.
-- Currently awaiting job placement as a security cleared bench tech. (Means I'm hired but waiting for an open slot)
-- Some novice programming experience with Java and C++. My skill with Java is more prominent of the two.
I'm still unsure where my career is going to take me at this point. Right now I'm just getting to get the basics under my belt and on paper so I can increase my salary and get my own home. I'm about to have a dependent very soon. Aside from that, I would like some input from some of the more experienced IT guys here as to a next step.
I'm currently thinking about Security+ just to have a third cert to put on the resume. I would like to get the CCNA but I do not have the equipment needed to practice with so I can get some true hands-on networking experience. I haven't looked too much into what Server+ will involve, but I might soon. Any suggestions are welcome.
( CISSP is looking pretty nice but might be out of my league right now. )
-- I'm Network+ Certified 1 month ago.
-- Currently preparing for the A+ exam (w/ Depot Tech as the optional test)
-- Most of my experience is with XP Pro. I have some interest in Linux, I haven't picked a flavor to practice with.
-- Starting PC Building about 4 years ago.
-- Currently awaiting job placement as a security cleared bench tech. (Means I'm hired but waiting for an open slot)
-- Some novice programming experience with Java and C++. My skill with Java is more prominent of the two.
I'm still unsure where my career is going to take me at this point. Right now I'm just getting to get the basics under my belt and on paper so I can increase my salary and get my own home. I'm about to have a dependent very soon. Aside from that, I would like some input from some of the more experienced IT guys here as to a next step.
I'm currently thinking about Security+ just to have a third cert to put on the resume. I would like to get the CCNA but I do not have the equipment needed to practice with so I can get some true hands-on networking experience. I haven't looked too much into what Server+ will involve, but I might soon. Any suggestions are welcome.
( CISSP is looking pretty nice but might be out of my league right now. )