Security+ and Network+ certifications are good certifications to gain a core understanding of the networking and security. CompTIA Security+, CISSP, and CISM are industry standards regardless of the track you choose. As you grow in your career, you will want to acquire more sector standard certifications. Not every leader in infosec agrees on which certifications have value, but not every agree on which ones have value. Just because you are new to security doesn’t mean you are necessarily starting at an entry-level position, so it’s also important to have certifications that demonstrate learning and training across levels.”]