What's the big deal about security certification? Why should I care?
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Michael S. Mimoso, Editorial DirectorAccording to recent IT professional, hiring manager and salary surveys, security certification appear at the top of all three. A "sweet spot" like that indicates excellent employment or career growth opportunities. In today's economy, that kind of good news can be hard to find otherwise.
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This was first published in September 2002