Well I finally received the CompTIA Security+ certification and it's thanks to O2O (Onward to Opportunity. I took the test on February 18, 2020 and received the certificate in March 10. It was a tough test, but I believe that I only studied for like less than 7-8 weeks (5 days each week, each day was like 1-3 hours of study). Therefore, I barely passed the test. I recommend that you take the Security+ topics seriously as the exam cost about $300. I believe I spent 4 weeks on the videos and maybe like 3-4 weeks on the book. But first let me describe how I got a free certification from O2O. I just use a search engine and type "free certification for veterans" Continue reading

Today I want to talk about free education for people in the service that are Veterans Transitioning service member within 180 days of end of active service National Guard Reservist Military Spouses that want a career in cybersecurity. Of course, you can find more information at Cisco's Networking Academy website for more information: Start Your Journey to a Career in Cybersecurity I tried it because I was studying for the CompTIA Security+ certification and I wanted to see if this can help me. I think it did a little and I don't regret it taking them. So, if anyone who wants to pursue Security+, CCNA Security, or Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate Continue reading