Thoughts on CCSP cert (ISC2) value to maturing cybersecurity brand for career vs CSP vendor certs (e.g., MCSE Azure Sec, AWS CCP/CSA, GCP CSE)?

Hi Sharks,

Can you please suggest which would be better in terms of WLB, flexibility, growth, job security.

YOE: 4.4 years
Tech stack: Azure data factory, data lake, Azure databricks, Logic App, SQL, Pyspark (basic)

Offers:
Optum - 16 Fixed + 15% variable + pf (offer letter is not received yet)

LTIMindtree: 11 LPA Fixed only(can revise the offer based on the latest offer)

I am interested in getting the AWS Cloud Practitioner cert (foundational). I’m tech-savvy, but have not been involved in Cloud work. Any idea on how difficult the exam is?

Is TOGAF worth it? Been coding for 13 years and want to stick to coding / design work. Is it worth taking the test now?

Am 2 months in to a new job with billable hours and I am miserable. How do I seamlessly go back to my old firm? Is this move a career killer?

Out of curiosity. How would a company view a potential candidate who has a period of unemployment to study for the CPA. I am considering to start studying for the exam but I know I would need to leave my employer in order to give 110%. I am contemplating the idea of at least passing one part while employed. Then leaving my employer to study FAR. I am considering to leave my current employer anyways, so it’s more of how my future employer would view that lapse.

What are potential exit opportunities in commercial banking? Are the skills transferable to other roles in finance?

Why are is implementation a separate application for McKinsey? Speaking in mba recruiting terms

Any good course on Udemy for Learning AWS Services for a Developer.

I saw some good courses for getting an AWS Developer Associate certificate certificate.
Do these courses explain concepts or explain the question to answer?

I mainly focused on learning AWS Services for working on AWS Services.

Hi All,

I recently obtained my law degree and currently work for a BigLaw law firm as an assistant. I want to make the transition to the firm’s Litigation department because I want to practice international arbitration. How do I approach my HR department as well as the litigation bosses about transitioning to litigation? Any ideas would be helpful.

Thanks

For someone with no experience in blockchain technologies but has insurance industry experience, what is the best way to foray into the blockchain bandwagon? Will there be opportunities?

If we join at P4, how much experience is required to get promoted to P5 ??

Anyone from Accenture federal want to refer me ? Strong , high performing manager with sfmc background, top tier mba and 15 years of experience .

Anyone have the CFF from the AICPA and willing to share their studying/exam experience? Curious about required effort, study plans, exam structure, overall opinions of the cert. Thanks!

Currently a consultant, I have an offer for a trading job that will lead me to x5 times the disposable income I currently have. I am worried about career progression. Should I pivot for the money?

How are Product management certifications valued in Canada?

A few certifications are: CSPO, SAFe Agile PMPO etc.

COO’s & previous SR. account executives…

I made it to regional manager for a franchise by age 22. Ran a successful financial practice & sold by the age of 33. Took 2 years off and built a health & wellness coaching platform for my wife (medical provider). Then, the last 2.5 yrs, have been a top producer in Saas sales as a senior account executive. I’ve been told I would make a great COO someday and I’m ready to take the next step into leadership. Who/what should I be targeting next?

which firm would most value a supply chain background? mck?

Considering going for the CFE. What was your study plan for it and how long did it take?

Can someone give me some advice on how to get into project management at tech company auditing. As an auditor my strengths are more management and organization inclined than technical accounting tbh I’m more of the person who would be a managing partner and not a technical partner so I feel like I have the qualities just want to know what certs etc to take.

Are there any specific courses or upskilling programs on culture change in M&A/ change in M&A? Really wish to get into M&A OCM but do not have experience and every firm out there is looking for some experience to get hired as an M&A focused lateral hire

Hi All, I am looking for packages upwards of 150 k, London area, tech consulting or tech. Any pointers to companies where I should apply? Currently am at 120 k.

How to avoid immediate staffing after completing the one project?
Somebody advice on this please.
I literally need 1-2 weeks bench/off time.

People moving from KGS to KPMG canada.. how do you do that? Joined kgs few months back in consulting.. Is this a permanent Transfer or just an onshore assignment for sometime?

Anyone know anything about family office advisory and can give me some insight?

What's the confirmation procedure in TCS? In the offer letter it was mentioned that initial 3 months would be probation and after that confirmation. Could you guys please let me know if any action or follow ups required from our end or HR will do the needful ? Please let me know

Anyone have senior leadership bragging to the trade press this week about how great their agency is at handling staff’s mental health when in fact they’re personally responsible for leaving disaster in their wake?

What is the process of onboarding in ADP? Whether virtual or physical? Do I have to register on any portal?

Hi all

My joining will be on 19th Dec for Bangalore location Prestige Trade Tower. I'm looking for guys who need room partner. I'm ready to spend 10-15k for sharing in a rented apartment/house.

Please let me as soon as possible. Thanks

I can still opt for Pune location if somebody living in Pune.

How long did you date your SO before moving in with them?

A guy who is claiming to be in love with me (a black woman and immigrant), is a conservative (pro-trump, anti-gun laws, denies that there is racism etc). Are those red flags to make me cut him off?

Who is your favorite director you have ever worked with and why?

Having the moment that you just want to smash that excel and call a day.

I have an interview for a financial advisor at TD any tips would appreciated on nailing this interview. Please also tell me about negotiatiating a reasonable salary for the position

Thoughts about Eagle Hill Consulting?

can anyone tell me what is the work policy in S & P Gurgaon ? is it hybrid model or wfh?

Anyone got fellowship or need based scholarship at M7 schools?

Anyone uses Uniqlo Blocktech products? Are they any good? I'm looking for the men hooded coat. Price is so cheap compared to the well known outdoor brands.

So I was offered a role in Strategy Consulting in after 2 years in Risk Consulting however, after 2 years I’ve only worked on Internal audit engagements few ad hocs such as updating risk register and the delegation of authority matrix.

Honestly speaking I am doing good and I am up for promotion in October however I am not fully enjoying my time but I fear that the move would not be a good and I can’t hit the ground running which scares me.

Any advice and past experiences in such career shit?

Cali freelancers... does the passing of Prop 22 affect us at all?

Any recommended study material for CIPP and/or CIPM (still debating the two)?

Thinking of moving from Big4 cyber to Accenture cyber. Any major differences (other than no channel restrictions).

Tired of your job and want to come to KPMG Cyber Services? Drop me a burner here.

Anyone at Protiviti in their Cybersecurity consulting practice willing to chat? Looking to inquire about pay, culture, etc. Thanks!

Thinking about getting the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification. Does EY have any amazon resources or training materials that they provide? Any advise from people who have taken it before? Thanks!

Joining a group that specializes in incident response. Any recommendations on things I can do this summer to prepare on fundamentals/certs?

Curious how MBB's cybercapabilities are viewed within the cyber world. Experiences, thoughts?

Hi everyone, any opinions on working for McAfee? I’ve been looking to break into the cyber security industry, and I have an interview with the company this week. I know they’ve had a debatable reputation over the years, but I feel like it could be a good opportunity to gain experience in the industry? Thanks for your input.

Can anyone recommend a good book/materials to prep for the CIPP/CIPM? 🙏🏽

Anyone working in Pharma industry?

Anyone ever heard of or worked for Sygnia?

Anyone else at CyberArk Impact this week? Anything exciting going on?

Anyone here able to provide insight into company culture and WLB at SentinelOne? Please share your salary/position as well if you are currently working there or previously did.

Salary range for principal consultant at Discover Financial Services?

Views on carbon black as a product?

Looking to break into industry from federal consulting. Recently earned my MBA with a focus on data analytics and MS in Cybersecurity. Any guidance?

Anyone currently enrolled or will be enrolled in the online masters cyber degree at Georgia Tech?