Security+ isn’t overrated, but it is often misunderstood. The certification provides a solid foundation in cybersecurity concepts, but it doesn’t prove hands-on skills. Because so many candidates now have it, Security+ has become a baseline requirement rather than a differentiator, which leads some people to see it as ineffective. That said, Security+ still has value. It helps with ATS filters, is required for many government and SOC roles, and gives beginners a common security language. The real issue is expectation Security+ alone won’t make someone job-ready without labs, tools, and real-world practice. In my view, Security+ is useful as a starting point, not a guarantee. - Should employers keep requiring Security+, or shift more toward hands-on skill assessments?

For me, it’s definitely those false positive alerts that flood the system but turn out to be nothing. They waste so much time chasing ghosts like an IDS alert triggered by legitimate network scans or automated backups. You spend precious time investigating only to find it’s benign or expected behavior. Another frustrating one is the noisy alerts with little context or actionable info. When alerts are vague or don’t provide enough details, it slows down response because you have to dig deeper just to understand what’s happening. - What about you? What alerts drive you crazy in your day-to-day work?

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For me, the hardest part of interviews is explaining my experience clearly under pressure. Even when I know the answer, nerves can make me overthink or give shorter answers than I should. Behavioral questions are also tricky because they require specific examples, not just skills. If I don’t structure my answer well, it can sound unclear. I’ve learned that preparation and practice help a lot, especially reviewing past experiences and thinking through examples ahead of time. - Curious to hear what part of interviews do you find most challenging?

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