{"id":51727,"date":"2023-05-03T03:20:12","date_gmt":"2023-05-03T03:20:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.threatshub.org\/blog\/the-importance-of-being-certified\/"},"modified":"2023-05-03T03:20:12","modified_gmt":"2023-05-03T03:20:12","slug":"the-importance-of-being-certified","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.threatshub.org\/blog\/the-importance-of-being-certified\/","title":{"rendered":"The importance of being certified"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sponsored Post<\/span> The importance of certifications such as the GIAC<\/a> (Global Information Assurance Certification) has never been greater for infosec professionals. Because adding them to the CV will not only improve individual skill levels, but also differentiate candidates in an increasingly competitive cyber security industry.<\/p>\n

New research<\/a> shows that credentialed employees are more empowered and contribute greater value to their organisations. It concludes that 92 percent of certified candidates say they are more confident in their abilities, while 81 percent of certified candidates have more confidence to explore growth opportunities. The poll also found that 82 percent of organisations prefer hiring candidates with certifications.<\/p>\n

Additionally, certifications have been demonstrated to form a useful part of cybersecurity training, with research showing the action of testing and taking an exam can increase learning and retention levels. Studies of testing effects<\/a> suggest that candidates recall 50 percent more of learned information by testing rather than studying.<\/p>\n