Looking for a technology career in the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) areas? There is no shortage of open positions as big tech “takes off” in this area and companies look to expand their IT impact.
Paul Ricketts
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Cisco networking technologies remain the IT infrastructure backbone of many organizations. As a result, Cisco-certified professionals are always in high demand; qualifications such as CCNA and CCNA Security are now prerequisites for many mid- and high-level technology positions.
Many people start their IT career with an A+ certification. Naturally, people have a lot of questions about it. Here’s some common ones we receive- and some helpful answers.
Cloud competition is heating up as off-site security comes to rival on-prem deployments, connections become more robust and advanced features become commonplace. As noted by data from Gartner, however, there’s clear frontrunner: Amazon.
According to data from a recent McKinsey & Company report, the demand for “advanced IT and programming skills” could grow by 90 percent over the next ten years. Right now, developers are leaning on advanced code technologies such as Python, Ruby, and JavaScript to create cutting-edge web and mobile applications.
You’ve got your eye on a new IT course.
Maybe it’s something entry-level like CompTIA A+ or Security+, or perhaps you’re looking to specialize with Certified Ethical Hacking (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional Training and Certification (CISSP) or Project Management Professional (PMP) training.There’s no question that you’ve got the drive, you’ve done the research, and you know the business benefits. You’re ready.
Except … You’ve got to ask the boss. How do you get them to say yes? More importantly — how do you get them to pay for it?
We’ve got you covered: Here are five tips to help lower your stress and boost your chances when it’s time to ask for training.
Security professionals are in high demand as companies look to protect critical assets and frustrate attacker efforts. The result? Along with cybersecurity job postings, the variety and volume of certifications are also on the rise. From delivering generalized systems defense to deploying specific IT controls to meeting essential compliance requirements, there’s no shortage of infosec training opportunities for interested technology staff.
IT experts are in demand as companies deal with growing networks and expanding malware threats. But with supply falling behind, it’s tough for organizations to find best-fit candidates — especially for cybersecurity roles.
The Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) certification is one of the most popular IT certifications available. With a focus on service delivery best practices, ITIL helps technology professionals better align IT environments with fundamental business purpose while broadening their career prospects.
IT certifications are now an integral part of long-term career success. While companies still prioritize traditional four-year degrees and require hands-on industry experience for infosec professionals, organizations also recognize the value of cybersecurity certifications — reputable and accredited courses that demonstrate competence and confidence in specific areas of information security.
