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Certifications Roadmap
Certifications Roadmap A sensible order of certifications for a beginner. First build networking and Linux skills. Then Security+ (a foundation). Then eJPT or CEH , with lots of hands-on practice. Certificates help pass HR filters, but only when backed by real skill. Prices change, so check each bod
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A sensible order of certifications for a beginner.
Order
First build networking and Linux skills.
Then Security+ (a foundation).
Then eJPT or CEH, with lots of hands-on practice.
Why it matters for security
Certificates help pass HR filters, but only when backed by real skill.
Prices change, so check each body’s official site before paying.
| Level | Certification (body) | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | CompTIA Security+ | Broad security basics; widely recognised for entry roles |
| Foundation | ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) | Beginner-level concepts |
| Foundation | Google Cybersecurity Certificate (Coursera) | Beginner SOC-style foundations |
| Foundation | AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner | Cloud basics before cloud security |
| Hands-on entry | eJPT (INE) | Practical junior penetration testing |
Learn more in the lesson: 35.2 Certifications Roadmap