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IT Security professional or software developer.. which is a better career option? [closed]
I am a fresher out of college. I have completed my masters in computer applications. Currently i am working as a java developer in an IT services firm ( a pretty big one).
I am good at development ...
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Evaluating candidates for Hacker/Pen Test Positions [closed]
If I need to employ Penetration Testers, what are the procedures to follow and how to examine candidates to know their skills and qualifications.
Also, I need to know what are the ...
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Fresh Graduate Going into Penetration Testing
As a fresh graduate I'm wondering what my chances are of joining a great pen-testing group. Is there a risk that a career in pen-testing may one day not be needed? If so, how applicable will skills ...
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Penetration testing job entry exam [closed]
What type of hands on tests should I expect in a interview for a entry level penetration tester?
And what do examiners expect a candidate to accomplish (i.e. full compromise)?
The reason I ask is ...
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How should one prepare himself for a job interview for penetration testing?
So, the title basically says it all. I would really like to hear out some of the more experienced friends here with their answers for this.
Should it revolve around the ability to verbally explain ...
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How useful or beneficial is participating in CTF contests for my security career?
Yes, there are already some great questions and answers about CTF contests on StackExhange Security. But before I go down the rabbit hole of comparing all the CTFs out there, trying to find a team to ...
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Business systems development (.NET, Java) vs IT Security Field, salary/future perspective
What are the career prospects for young professionals, when comparing IT Security field (penetration testing, vulnerability research) to business development on .NET and Java?
Which path should one ...
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Learning the role of intruder legally [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How can you become a competent web application security expert without breaking the law?
I was reading this article earlier U.S. government hankers for hackers
, and ...
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Penetration Testing Jobs without Experience
There seems to be a late trend where firms are beginning to hire fresh graduates for security related jobs. This is counter to what I've heard from experienced security professionals (as well as the ...
