Security certifications aren’t mandatory for all industry experts, but they can make a difference in applying for new roles. “There’s a lot more rigor that goes into a credential as opposed to a certificate,” says ISC CEO David Shearer. Certificates typically don’t evaluate experiential performance, but a certification gives you broader knowledge. Certificate programs provide instruction so participants acquire skills in a specific area. Do you have any of these certifications? Share your thoughts in the comments.”]
Source: https://www.darkreading.com/careers-and-people/8-valuable-security-certifications-for-2017