This article argues that choosing the right cybersecurity career path matters far more than accumulating certifications, and that certifications should support the path, not define it. It recommends practical, path-aligned credentials—like eJPT → PenTest+ → OSCP for offensive roles, Security+ → CySA+ for SOC, cloud-specific certs for cloud roles, CRISC/CISM/CISA for GRC, and CISSP for management—and emphasizes building the skills and experience to back them up. #OSCP #CISSP
Keypoints
- Pick a career path first; certifications should follow that path.
- Offensive roles: start with eJPT, then PenTest+, and attempt OSCP early to demonstrate commitment.
- SOC roles: begin with CompTIA Security+ and progress to CompTIA CySA+ for detection and response skills.
- Cloud and engineering roles require platform-specific certs—choose AWS or Azure and go deep on one.
- GRC and management favor CC, CRISC/CISM/CISA, and CISSP (or CISSP Associate) to show strategic, risk-focused thinking.
Read More: https://www.decodedsecurity.com/p/i-have-watched-people-waste-4000