CompTIA Network+: Is it necessary for a cybersecurity career? Guest Tommy Gober

Get your FREE Cybersecurity Salary Guide: Infosec Instructor Tommy Gober joins Cyber Work Hacks to discuss the CompTIA Network+ certification. Despite often being bypassed in favor of Security+, Gober explains why Network+ is fundamental for a robust cybersecurity knowledge base. Learn about critical networking concepts like the OSI model, IP addresses and protocols, which are vital for understanding how cyberattacks work. Discover how strengthening your networking proficiency can enhance your cybersecurity career, even if you don't aim to become a network admin. Gober also shares top tips for excelling in the Network+ exam, including mastering port numbers and subnetting. Don't miss this enriching episode designed to boost your cybersecurity skills! 0:00 Introduction 0:50 Cybersecurity salary ebook 1:44 Overview of Network+ certification 2:55 Deep dive into networking concepts 5:15 Integrating Network+ with Security+ 7:03 Essential networking skills for cybersecurity 9:03 Top tips for Network+ exam preparation 10:02 Final thoughts – View Cyber Work Podcast transcripts and additional episodes: About Infosec Infosec’s mission is to put people at the center of cybersecurity. We help IT and security professionals advance their careers with skills development and certifications while empowering all employees with security awareness and phishing training to stay cyber-safe at work and home. More than 70% of the Fortune 500 have relied on Infosec Skills to develop their security talent, and more than 5 million learners worldwide are more cyber-resilient from Infosec IQ’s security awareness training. Learn more at infosecinstitute.com.

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CompTIA Network+: Is it necessary for a cybersecurity career? Guest Tommy Gober is an episode from Cyber Work by Infosec.

This episode is 10:45 long.

This episode was published on Jan 27, 2025.

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