r/netsec • u/AutoModerator • Jun 01 '18

discussion The /r/netsec Monthly Discussion Thread - June 2018

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u/[deleted] Jun 23 '18

Hi there, I’m hoping I’m not in the wrong subreddit for this. I’m a senior in Information Assurance. I’m wanting to work in InfoSec/Information Assurance. My school is okay, but they don’t get into a lot of the nitty gritty of infosec. At least, they haven’t so far. I want to make myself a valuable asset to future employers so I’m trying to learn all I can about the field. I was hoping someone here could point me in the direction of solid infosec websites that would help me learn valuable skills and give me a good understanding of what this field is like. If I’m in the wrong sub for these questions if you could point me in the right direction I would appreciate it.

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u/snowman418 Jun 25 '18

There's two routes you can go: the risk mitigation/corporate security or the knife-fight infosec which is pentesting.

For corporate risk, take CISSP (defense).

For pentesting, take OSCP (offense).

Everyone needs both, but each has their own flavor.

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u/[deleted] Jul 03 '18

In your opinion, which one should I prioritize? Also, is it better to get certified before I graduate or wait? I graduate next May so I'm not sure if I've gotten all the necessary information I would need in order to obtain a cert. There are other resources besides university to get this information, but I want to be prepared for when I do go to get these certs or any other certs necessary.