The benefits of security certification

The benefits of security certification

What's the big deal about security certification? Why should I care?


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According 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