Road to certification
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This section documents the professional certifications I've earned throughout my cybersecurity journey. Each certification represents a milestone in my professional development and demonstrates my commitment to mastering various aspects of information security.
Issuing Organization: eLearnSecurity/INE
Acquired: 10/08/2024
Skills Validated: Foundational penetration testing methodology, network security assessment, basic exploitation techniques
Details:
I'm continuously working to expand my knowledge and credentials in the cybersecurity field. Here's my planned certification path for the near future:
CPTS (Certified Penetration Testing Specialist) - Currently studying..
Issuing Organization: Hack The Box
Focus: Advanced penetration testing methodologies and techniques
Key Areas: Web application security, Active Directory, pivoting, post-exploitation
OSCP (Offensive Security Certified Professional)
Issuing Organization: Offensive Security
Focus: Hands-on penetration testing skills, extensive lab environment practice
Key Areas: Manual exploitation techniques, privilege escalation, report writing
BSCP (Blue Team Security Certified Professional)
Focus: Defensive security operations and incident response
Key Areas: Threat detection, incident handling, security monitoring
While I believe practical experience is the most valuable asset in cybersecurity, certifications serve several important purposes:
Validate skills and knowledge to potential employers
Provide structured learning paths for acquiring new competencies
Challenge me to master new areas of cybersecurity
Demonstrate commitment to continuous professional development
For each certification I obtain, I document my study approach, resources used, and lessons learned. These can be found in the individual certification pages linked above.