The original post: /r/cybersecurity by /u/CyberCertHeadmaster on 2024-06-11 15:52:19.

Hi r/cybersecurity,

I’m writing an article on the job market and ROI for the CISSP and would love to hear from those of you in the trenches on how you perceive the certification. Your insights and experiences would be valuable for understanding the impact of this certification on job prospects, professional development and other factors.

Here are some questions to guide your responses, but feel free to share any thoughts you have:

1. General Impression: What is your overall impression of the CISSP certification?
2. Evaluation of Data: Have you evaluated any data or metrics that show the benefits (or lack thereof) of having the CISSP certification, such as salary increases, job offers, or career advancement opportunities?
3. Career Goals: Have you felt thwarted in your career goals without the CISSP certification, and/or did obtaining it help you overcome these obstacles?
4. International Opportunities: If you have pursued opportunities in a different country, how has the CISSP certification impacted your job search and career prospects internationally?
5. Reasons for Pursuing: What were your main reasons for pursuing the CISSP certification? Were they based on personal ambition, employer requirements, or another factor?

Your responses will help provide a comprehensive and data driven view of the value of the CISSP certification from the perspective of those who know it best. Thank you in advance for your contributions!