Each year, there are more cybersecurity attacks than the year before. As a result, organizations are allocating more of their IT budgets to increase security, which leads to the need to hire more cybersecurity professionals to help protect their data and systems. In the metropolitan Washington, DC area, there are hundreds of open positions for cybersecurity experts and not enough qualified candidates to fill them.
What Are the Benefits of a CompTIA Security Plus Certification in DC?
[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 18, 2021 10:12:36 AM / by Paul Ricketts posted in CompTIA, CompTIA Security+, Washington DC
A Day in the Life of a Network Engineer in Washington, DC
[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 21, 2020 9:13:00 AM / by Paul Ricketts posted in Washington DC, CompTIA Network+
As a network engineer in Washington, D.C., you will be in the heart of the country and the IT industry. The duties of someone in this role are wide-ranging and can be very complex. Putting it simply, a network engineer is responsible for building and maintaining the daily operations of an organization’s computer networks, including an intranet, extranet, wide area network (WAN), and local area network (LAN). However, there isn’t a typical day for a network engineer, and you never know what will come up.
How Do I Get CISM Certified in Washington, DC?
[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 14, 2020 3:21:00 PM / by Paul Ricketts posted in CISM, Cybersecurity, Washington DC
The Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) qualification is one of the most popular — and well-paying — credentials in the IT industry. Focused on advancing the skills and knowledge of experienced security professionals, CISM is sought-after by employers looking to enhance infosec departments and expand C-suite teams.
Security Starting Point: CRISC or CISSP in Washington, DC?
[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 8, 2020 3:18:00 PM / by Paul Ricketts posted in CISSP, Cybersecurity, Washington DC
Security and risk-focused IT certifications are in high demand as organizations look to bridge the cybersecurity skills gap and boost data defense. While digital attack surfaces rapidly expand and attackers develop new techniques, the supply of skilled security professionals hasn’t kept pace, leaving companies on the hunt for experienced IT pros capable of recognizing key risks, developing effective defenses and deploying security measures at scale.
Is Linux+ Worth it in Washington, DC?
[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 2, 2020 3:13:00 PM / by Paul Ricketts posted in CompTIA Linux+, Washington DC
Most of the enterprise IT world runs on Windows — Microsoft’s familiar OS is an organizational mainstay for its familiarity and ease of use. But there’s another common operating system hiding in plain sight: Linux.
Is CCISO Training Worth it in Washington, DC?
[fa icon="calendar'] Dec 27, 2019 10:00:00 AM / by Paul Ricketts posted in computer training, Cybersecurity, Jobs, Washington DC, CCISO
Washington, DC continues to deliver on startup tech potential — The Tech Tribune recently highlighted 20 technology companies to watch heading into 2020. Combined with increasing federal investment in IT solutions and the infrastructure needed to support these new deployments, there’s a growing market for IT professionals in the DC area.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cybersecurity Certifications
[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 6, 2017 9:49:21 AM / by The TrainACE Team posted in CEH, CISM, CISSP, Cybersecurity, Washington DC, CISA
As you advance your IT career, there are certain certifications that will give you higher earning potential. The cybersecurity field is in need of qualified IT security professionals – there are more jobs than candidates for them right now. And the demand continues to grow as cyber criminals get smarter and bolder. With so many IT cybersecurity certifications available, it’s hard to know which ones are going to help you earn a better living than others. Help combat cyber criminals and earn a healthy salary at the same time with the certifications that top our list.
Why CompTIA A+ and Network+ Certification Training is Beneficial
[fa icon="calendar'] Mar 27, 2013 12:59:54 PM / by Ryan Corey posted in CompTIA A+, Maryland, Networking, Online Training, Updates, Washington DC, CompTIA Network+
Are you a recent graduate looking to enter into the IT world or maybe you are somebody that is considering a career change into a more in demand field? Are you someone who can think logically as well as creatively? More and more technology employers in the D.C., Maryland and Virginia area are looking for candidates that possess solid computer abilities as well as industry certifications.