RE: Security Exam Preparations

["Jordan Jason" <Jordan_Jason () bah com>]

I also started out as a network admin and migrated to security.  I
initially started by taking the security+ cert and then going to the
CISSP.  I thought the Sec+ was a good stepping stone to the CISSP as a
lot of the material is the same.  For the Sec+ I used this book
(http://www.amazon.com/Security%2B-Prep-Guide-Ronald-Krutz/dp/0764525999
/sr=8-10/qid=1163183264/ref=pd_bbs_sr_10/002-6302805-4220009?ie=UTF8&s=b
ooks).  It was a really good resource.  For the CISSP, I used the Shon
Harris book and also the website (www.cccure.org) was very helpful.
That website has a lot of practice questions for the CISSP exam.  You
should also consider the SANS GIAC certifications.  I have a couple of
those as well and found them to be excellent.....very technically
oriented.........unlike the CISSP.  Anyway, hope that helps.  

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On Behalf Of pmcmonagle () realtime-it com
Sent: Thursday, November 09, 2006 11:20 AM
To: security-basics () securityfocus com
Subject: Security Exam Preparations

Greetings list,

I have been working with computers for 10 years now, 5 of which as a
network administrator. I am currently only A+ certified. I would like to
pursue the security route of certification. I would like to start with
the Security+ and move up to a CISSP. I would like to know any good
resources or reference books/courses that would help me in this
endeavor. I have worked with Linux for 10+ years and Microsoft for 5.
Thank you.

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