Should You Get the Security+ or ISC2 CC Certification? | Which One Will Get You Hired?

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(0:00) ISC2 CC vs CompTIA Security+?
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(2:55) How to Apply for a Free CC Exam + Overview
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(6:47) Security+ Overview
(9:50) Lack of Learning Resources for CC (for now)
(11:19) Which Cert is Best for you? Exam Concepts Comparison
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[@user-cs1gj4kv8h]

I love you dude!!! I read this in LinkedIn a few weeks ago, but was super skeptical about the link. Then I see your video and go straight to the website! BOOM! I sign up and I have my tab open with your video and another to the free training!! THANK YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH FOR THESE VIDEOS! I APPRECIATE YOU!! all the best SandyCheeks!

[@Phyclone]

As one who has both, I walked through ISC2 CC in a few days. My situation is different as I am still in school and already have Sec+, I also try to learn cybersecurity everyday across a ton of domains. For someone that is green, give CC a shot, very digestible compared to Sec+

[@WithSandra]

Nice!! Thanks for sharing your experience and congrats on getting both certs under your belt 😁🎉

[@christinahauoli8465]

Do you have a job already in cyber security?

[@Phyclone]

@@christinahauoli8465 No I do not yet, working on it while I have 6 more classes left in my degree and upskilling in the process still.

[@kareem5795]

Thanks for the info!

[@Phyclone]

@@christinahauoli8465 No I don't but I am working my way into. I'm trying to find the HOV lane that many don't know about while I'm upskilling.

[@raysanchez6738]

I was already halfway through my studying for the Sec+ when I learned about the free CC opportunity, so I decided to do both of them. I took, and passed, both the Security+ and CC exams on the same day.

[@bentech2023]

How’s job search going? Currently about to take security+

[@bentech2023]

Impressive! How’s job search going? Hope to be in your situation soon.

[@raysanchez6738]

@@bentech2023 I haven't seen a job description asking for the CC certification. Probably because it is newer. But I have seen many asking for the security+ cert.

[@WithSandra]

Thats awesome!! Definitely think this is the route to go right now since CC is free so you have nothing to lose, thanks for sharing your experience! 🎉

[@adowali3671]

Which specific study materials would you recommend for CompTIA sec+? Congratulations on your accomplishments! Thanks

[@LeekTech]

I have both Security+ and CC. CC was a complete walk in the park in comparison to Security+. I basically used it as training to get my Security+ because it was free (minus the membership fee)

[@albatross91]

In the UK the ISC(2) CC exam holds more weight in getting an entry level sec job compared to the Security+. This is what all my colleagues have told me and might be useful for any Brits out there looking to get their foot in the door.

[@ariellee6513]

Thank you for sharing! You have been an incredible resource for me while in school and finding my future career!

[@bszeets]

Hey Sandra! Thanks for putting out the video :) I just wanted to thank and acknowledge you for taking on earlier feedback from others about slowing down the speed of your presentation. This video is a great watch!

[@WithSandra]

Thanks so much! :D Glad it’s getting better, I really like my new mic ✨ hope this video was helpful!

[@bszeets]

@@WithSandra Absolutely! I just passed my CC yesterday and I have Security+ at the end of April. Definitely provided a good confidence boost and also a trial run for exam preparation

[@lucretiadoran5214]

Really appreciate this comparison. You answered my questions in the content! ❤

[@user-xl5sx9hq7k]

Really enjoyed the video. Great information on both certifications. Appreciate you making these videos.

[@user-qf6og1ke6z]

Thank you Sandra this video was very resourceful. As someone who is planning to study for ComPTIA A+. I did not have an idea about the tools I needed as I was focused on videos as my way of studying.

[@jblaze600]

I passed Sec+ Sandra. Your videos and resources are amazing. Keep up the great content. I’ll be back to learn as much as I can. Ty

[@Kevin.S.Birdwell]

Sandra, Thank You so Much ☺️

[@johncrocker2949]

One good thing about the CC certification is that you can use it for entry into the WGU Cyber program. That’s what I used it for. It’s free and you can finish in about a week.

[@Kenster-man]

Thanks for the video. The CC looks good too for those already in IT/Tech including Sales Engineers/Presales Techs who aren’t specifically in Security but would be a good knowledge and fundamental cert to get. Wouldn’t hurt.

[@AquariusRuns]

I just took my CC today and passed. Its really weird, I felt like i hit a wall with studying for the Sec+ and just couldnt get past a certain point and never took the test. I studied for the CC in 9 hours doing the self study and scheduled the test a week later (today) and passed just fine. New to your channel, I appreciate you making these videos.

[@Wesjapa100]

The ISC2 CC exam has been FREE for more than a year (at least), but I heard of it in mid Feb 2024 and after 2 weeks of doing the preparatory course, I took the exam and passed it, which was exactly 30 days ago.

[@WithSandra]

Yep!! I’m thinking it’ll likely stop being free this year since the free part was to give out 1 million free cert exam vouchers, they havent shared where exactly they are on filling up that number but I’d assume it’ll likely be ending this year

[@Gigi-zy1kx]

Good job passing the exam.

[@Wesjapa100]

@@Gigi-zy1kx Thank you! )

[@TheITCornerbyJR]

Great Content Sandra! ✊🏼😎

[@WithSandra]

Thank you! I'm glad this was helpful :)

[@TheITCornerbyJR]

​@WithSandra Thank you! I have a video in the pipeline that I might recommend this video if you dont mind.

[@stu4life88]

awesome thank you for doing you, I was able to get into the ISC2 certification for free, thanks fpr sharing this

[@chapin2513]

i feel nervous somtimes about training and then to go for my certificate but you help me calm down a little haha and overall motivates me again, thank you!

[@WithSandra]

You got this!! I'm glad these videos can be helpful for you 😁

[@kashwize]

Congratulations! I’m studying for my CC. What materials did you use to get prepared?

[@vybestar_rj7106]

Thanks for tis video. Just completed the Google professional Cyber Security Program thanks to your recommendation and got that Certificate. was going to study for CompTIA security plus exam next but might as well do ISC2 first if it's free

[@WithSandra]

That’s awesome! Define take advantage of the CC since it’s free and has overlap with Sec+ topics, you can even think of it as extra exam prep for Sec+ too but passing the CC will be a nice bonus to your resume. Best of luck studying!🎉🎉

[@towsifhassan607]

Can you please do a video on the Springboard Cybersecurity Bootcamp course?

[@1Dolamyte]

I thank god for you. You are awesome! I learn alot from your videos

[@WithSandra]

So glad these these videos are helpful!! :)

[@CyberHAC100k]

Isc2 CC is there just to get you to pay membership fee to maintain the “ free”CC exam

[@user-hz2ls3bk3c]

LOL nice catch🤣

[@WithSandra]

That’s ISC2 for ya 😂😂

[@logisticalstyles]

I never heard of the CC cert but I will take advantage of it. I just finished the Google Cyber Security course and am halfway through studying for Security +. I figure it can't hurt to get the free cert. Hopefully the CC cert will be a nice refresher as I am studying for Security +. Thanks for this video.

[@WithSandra]

100% take advantage of it while it’s free! Nothing to lose and a nice add to your resume plus gives some overlap studying for the Sec+. Best of luck to you🎉

[@sokai6475]

Hi Sandra! I currently hold the CompTIA Security+ certification which, for me, expires in September 2025. As a direct result of this video, I went ahead and signed up to become an ISC2 Candidate back on 4/24/24, went through the self-paced training, and took the CC exam on 5/1/24 and passed! Paid the annual maintenance fee which is nominal compared to recertifying, as you've said. Now, I'm just waiting for my endorsement application to be reviewed and approved. Thanks for putting this information out there for all those who are looking to break into this field. Confidence booster for sure.

[@cvetomir9224]

So I tried to apply from my iPhone but the pop up doesn’t close I have account but can’t finish the personal info for the candidate !I will try later on laptop I am curious if this is scam or they are lazy and don’t maintenance their weibsite

[@Rico_Santana]

Great topic, the market is so saturated w/ certs & info it can get confusing for new ppl trying to break into any IT field!

[@WithSandra]

100%! My primary issue with the CC is that it was released early last year so it’s VERY new in the industry, I believe this is why theyre giving out 1 million free exam vouchers so enough new cyber talent has it on their resume for HR/recruiters to notice and eventually make the change to add it as a job qualification. ISC2 is a huge org that created the CISSP so they definitely have name recognition but this cert is just too much newer than the Sec+ for me to recommend it to ppl as a complete replacement. I think having both certs (since CC is free anyway) is the best way to go rn!

[@Rico_Santana]

@@WithSandra Yes! I like that it is free so ppl can see if they even want to be in the field in the first place. Unlike the Sec + where it’s very expensive. I honestly think you should do as much free stuff as you can then if you like the field start looking into investing in the other certs or use your knowledge from the free stuff & get some interviews then if you happen to get on somewhere have them pay for your certs.

[@MeTravel247]

Congratulations everyone for passing their exams. I wanted to know how many days of preparation is required for a person who's totally new to Cyber Security?

[@buruberi2235]

Hi Sandra, for the retake voucher on sec+ how many retake it guarantee for the exam?

[@caveman7745]

Do you think actually having the network + is valuable for a cyber security career path, or just having the knowledge is enough. I have the A+ now and thinking about learning all the network+ objective, taking a few practice tests to make sure i understand, and then move on to obtaining Security +. I guess in summary i’m wondering if it’s worth the exam cost and if employers will care about the Network+ cert after obtaining the Sec+. p.s. I’ve already been in help desk role for years.

[@kingj7003]

is there a way to take the cc isc2 exam online? or does it have to be in person?

[@karolwatroba4557]

I think these two certs cannot be compared. CC is much easier than Security+

[@meera1874]

I'm a 2nd year cybersecurity student, and i passed the CC exam a few days ago. Now I'm confused about the membership since i wont be looking for placements/opportunity for another 2 years, and $50 would be about 4K in ISD.. Is it worth that much?

[@FordCyber]

I've tried to purchase the free self paced training for CC, but when I check the my courses list doesn't show anything except "You don't have any courses to display". Any idea about that issue? Thanks!

[@audrealaverne5256]

I have that same issue

[@Masterbuten333]

Long time no see your channel.

[@A42yearoldARAB]

I have both and still have no idea where to start or what to apply for.

[@lord7635]

I would apply for contractor jobs for the DoD. Contract jobs are always going up online and I think its easier to get into if you include key words the DoD loves like NIST 800-53 and RMF. I would look up key words they are asking for in find a way to include them in your resume and it will get looked at by recruiters. Try to apply for ISSE roles and ISSO roles.

[@WithSandra]

Cyber security analyst, and Information Security Analyst are great job titles to start with!

[@ctjmaughs]

You just need some real world experience with those certs

[@vithursan.b]

I heard about the ISC² certification last year througha former classmate who took the exam. I also took it but, unfortunately, I failed it. Also heard that the CompTIA certifications cannot be given in my province due to strict language laws☹️. Im just hoping for the best to at least get the Google one

[@Gigi-zy1kx]

Dang. Strict language laws

[@WithSandra]

Sorry to hear that 😕 hope they make Sec+ more accessible considering how popular it is. I wonder if ISC2 will issue another voucher for a lower price if you reach out, it never hurts to find out. Best of luck to you! The Google cyber cert is definitely a great alternative for beginners

[@vithursan.b]

@@Gigi-zy1kx yep, the exam is not available in french at the moment

[@Gigi-zy1kx]

@@vithursan.b oh, désolé d'entendre ça.

[@Gigi-zy1kx]

I really don't care for CompTIA that much. Seems they received the same free government pass ec council did. I have wondered if they would even exist today without the government requirements and handouts. Imo NO. I've taken both the CompTIA and isc2 training and my best comparison of the two is, isc2 is like a nice summer day walking along the water at the beach and CompTIA is like eating your lunch on skid row downtown los Angeles on a hot rainy day in a cardboard box. Just my unbiased opinion. Really enjoy your KZbin channel. Please continue making content

[@WithSandra]

Haha love the very specific comparison 😂😂 Sec+ is only relevant bc recruiters/HR has it as a requirement for job listings, even if there are better certs out there, unfortunately, it’s just the most well known/established one, which doesnt necessarily mean its the best like you said. Appreciate your thoughts on this, thanks for sharing!😁🎉

[@Gigi-zy1kx]

@@WithSandra I was descriptive so no one would confuse me with AI. Thank you for your content.

[@Perin78]

How long once you sign up for the training do you have to complete the course/exam?

[@WithSandra]

Official training provides: 180-day access to course content 14 hours of content Pre- and post-course assessments Knowledge checks and end-of-chapter study sheets and quizzes Interactive content with applied scenarios and podcasts Online interactive flashcards So make sure you have time to complete the content before you start it, best of luck!

[@xGh05ttt]

Neither will get you hired. I’ve got my B.S in cyber , CySA, Sec+, ISC2 CC, net+, a+. I work an IT job already but apparently none of this is enough to even get interviewed.

[@19Elicar]

are u in texas? or in the south?

[@xGh05ttt]

@@19Elicar I’m in Maryland. DMV area. I got access to a lot of these big companies but still nothing.

[@galloe]

My guy, you're definitely doing something wrong. I don't even have as many certs as you do, just the A+, CC, and GFACT, and a bachelor's in Computer Information Systems. I recently applied for two government jobs and my application was accepted, took both exams (on separate dates), and I'm on the candidate list for both positions. If you don't have any experience, it's time for you to do a bunch of labs, get a GitHub account, and build a portfolio.

[@19Elicar]

@@xGh05ttt damn

[@19Elicar]

Damn then these companies should be charged with fraud do these jobs existed😂 all jokes aside the job market is absolutely garbage.

[@hiandbye6311]

Does Google certification replace all of this?

[@WithSandra]

I'd say no, the Google cyber cert provides foundational knowledge and more importantly, technical project experience and a discount to take the Security+. Alone, the Google cyber cert won't hold as much value as the Sec+, but it provides a good foundation on the info you'll need for entry-level cyber roles. Hope this helps clarify!

[@LexChanKlaus]

If I have a master's degree, do I still need to get Security+ or ISC2 CC Certification

[@mattlai443]

ask ur boss smart s

[@mattlai443]

let alone taiwan universities mean less than nothing on the globe

[@lord7635]

Depends on what kind of jobs you are going for. If you are going for more DoD jobs you will need it as it is required.

[@warlocksmurf]

none, get Cysa/some pentest certs if u want

[@galloe]

Skip the CC and get the Security+. The thing is you have to look at the job description for the positions you want to apply for. Look at the requirements, I guarantee you very few will ask for the CC and most will have the Sec+ at least as "preferable."

[@maxclere]

what happened to your linkedin wanting to be a cyber security engineer role. or was it only for the video and promoting ! . even this video is just to promote the bootcmap and your technical course. you have already mentioned both of these certs before along with the google cyber pro !

[@WithSandra]

I'm currently not in the job market so I reverted the changes on my LinkedIn for now since the changes were optimized for recruiter outreach. On this channel, I share the courses, bootcamps, learning resources, etc that I recommend, it's meant to be a cybersecurity career resource channel so yes, I've mentioned these before in other videos.

[@JumpinFatJack]

don't want to be a downer , but is cybersecurity a job-secure industry ? I heard its a rapidly growing industry . Brother got hired full time with a pay raise after getting REHIRED from the company that laid him off... He applied EVERYWHERE by the HUNDREDS.

[@digitalimpulse]

Both are just a HR tax

[@SamAdamFreeman]

is that teddy bear in the back wearing a crop top ? so cute.

[@WithSandra]

Yes it’s a little sweater 😂😂

[@R4v3nousJapanese-lo8wr]

They will never hit 1 million. That's an insane number of cyber analyst

[@anwar6971]

You are just a hype

[@ishwaryanarayan1010]

Today I got passed in isc2 CC :) it was good would highy recommend this certification for any professional who wish to break in cyber security. Google CC , isc2 CC , security+ ( each of these certification are worth in their own standard ) to land you in cyber world. Can you do review on SSCP vs security+ ?

[@WithSandra]

Thats awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience going through the cert path, I always recommend taking advantage of free resources, esp by ISC2. Will definitely add that to my video brainstorming list, thanks for the topic reccomendation!