Network + Passed! Trifecta Obtained. CYSA + Here we come!
Two years ago I got my A+ and used it to help land my current role as a Network Technician at an MSP. Since then I’ve learned a ton on the job, but honestly I stopped pushing forward on certifications for a while.
About two months ago I decided that needed to change.
I passed Security+ 21 days ago, and today I passed Network+.
The current roadmap over the next 12 months is to pass the CySA+, Pentest+, Data+, Project+, and Linux Essentials
After that I plan to knock out my general education courses through Study.com and apply to WGU for their Cybersec BS.
My Goal is to start college within 18 months finish the degree in 1-2 terms and hopefully total timeline from restarting certs to graduating will be roughly 2-2.5 years
For anyone wondering what helped me most for Security+ and Network+ it was, Jason Dion's courses and practice exams. Using GPT + Codex to build PBQs, quiz weak areas, and explain concepts I struggled with
It’s been a lot of work balancing studying with a full-time MSP job, but I finally feel like I’m building momentum again.
Wish me luck on the next cert. Feel free to ask any questions!