Educational Institutions and Ransomware

In an earlier posting I discussed the importance of getting your name out there by writing articles. Since I've decided in retirement to teach less and write more, I thought it a good idea to share this article I wrote (and actually received compensation for). For those of you who are teaching at colleges and universities, I'd appreciate it if you have the same sort of opinions I've suggested.

LIVE Product Demonstrations at CompTIA Partner Summit THIS WEEK!!!!

Hello,

We are excited to meet everyone at Partner Summit this week!! As mentioned on our last post, The Partner Support Team will be hosting a variety of demonstrations in the Learning Lounge. These are open sessions, everyone is welcome to say hi and join in on the fun. Each session will cover a specific topic based around CertMaster Learn, CertMaster Labs or CertMaster Practice.

Be sure to mention this post when you attend one of our sessions to be entered in a drawing to WIN CompTIA swag, content and many more exciting giveaways!!!!!!!

See our schedule below, and we look forward to seeing you in the Learning Lounge. You can also add the events to your calendar by selecting the session you would like to attend, and then selecting add to calendar. (Please see image below for reference)



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Thank you, and we look forward to meeting you!
-Bianca

Hope to be corrected

While I was trying the the Official CompTIA Linux+ Instructor Guide (XK0-005) that was provided to us as part of the Linux + TTT (By the way let me take this opportunity to million thanks and salute Mr. @Stephen Schneiter for providing us these resources and for all his efforts in CIN in general) I came across of this practice question (Pls see the attached pic).
CINers do agree on the answers that was provided by the system? If not we hope if COMPTIA product development team for Linux+ do the necessary to correct it. I know you are busy with many things and minor mistakes can drop by (That is OK). As a loyal to COMPTIA I just wanted to help you guys to correct these drops. Warmest Regards
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LIVE Product Demonstrations at CompTIA Partner Summit, come and see us next week!

Hello and Happy Friday!

We are excited to meet everyone at Partner Summit on August 3rd and 4th! The Partner Support Team will be hosting a variety of demonstrations in the Learning Lounge. These are open sessions, everyone is welcome to say hi and join in on the fun. Each session will cover a specific topic based around CertMaster Learn, CertMaster Labs or CertMaster Practice. See our schedule below, and we look forward to seeing you in the Learning Lounge.


If you have any questions about Partner Summit or our schedule, let us know.

Operating Systems course - resource suggestions

I am reaching out for suggestions for textbooks/resources to use for a course that I am teaching. The course is an introductory to intermediate look at current Windows and Linux operating systems. The course description and objectives/learning outcomes are as follows:

Course Description:

This course examines two of the most prominent operating systems: Windows and Linux. Students will explore structural and functional topics in both operating system environments to complete hands-on activities that reinforce using various commands and interfaces for each task. Tasks include: Installing and maintaining operating systems; Configuring and utilizing standard utilities and applications; Implementing and maintaining files and file systems; Exploring the fundamentals of installing, managing, and configuring network clients.

Student Learning Objectives:
  • Configure and manipulate Windows and Linux-based systems operating systems
  • Configure and manage operating system interfaces, utilities, and applications
  • Perform basic file management operations
  • Create, mount, and manage operating system file systems
  • Identify, access, and control hardware resources
  • Maintain and update operating system installations
  • Connect and share operating system resources via simple network environments
This course bridges the skills and knowledge acquired from the CompTIA A+ objectives covering these operating systems to Microsoft Windows Desktop Admin certification objectives and CompTIA Linux+ objectives. It is not designed to teach System Admin level skills rather, it is intended to provide a deeper understanding and exploration of both environments before moving to the administrator level.

I have used a Cengage textbook for this course for the last 3 years, but it is now time to update. Cengage has discontinued the textbook/author relationship, so I need to find some new resources. What I have found does not really fit the course's objectives, and there are not many usable hands-on resources in the Cengage offerings that have been suggested.

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

JB

Do you Hold the Keys to the Kingdom? Register for CIN Capture the Flag Event for Partner Summit Attendees - In-Person or Virtual (August 3rd and 4th)

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To All Partner Summit Attendees -

The CTF is a friendly competition open to attendees at Partner Summit, allowing you to try solving real-world challenges that map to CompTIA Security+, A+, and Network+ exam objectives.

Have fun solving some challenges during your downtime at the Summit and learn a new thing or two - you'll even get to learn how to solve the challenges during a post-event workshop & reception for in-person attendees. Don't miss this opportunity to develop new ideas and test your skills.

How to participate!

1.) Register for Partner Summit - Remember Virtual is FREE
https://connect.comptia.org/partnersummit/registration-choice

2.) Register for the CTF Competition http://cyberskyline.com/CompTIA using Code COMPTIASUMMIT22

There are a few steps to set up your account. I look forward to your creative LeaderBoard Names!

Liz WanneKnowMoreBoutCyber

The Twelve Commandments of Security

From tonight's TTT and other associated posts...feel free to comment...

I would always print these out and display for Security Classes.

The Twelve Commandments of Network Security
  1. There is no such thing as Absolute Security and there are no silver bullets
  2. The three goals of security are Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability
  3. Always practice Defense in Depth as a security strategy.
  4. People, when left to themselves, make the worst security decisions.
  5. Security involves both Functional and Assurance requirements.
  6. Security through obscurity is never good policy.
  7. Security means risk management
  8. The controls of security are prevention, detection, and response.
  9. Complexity is the enemy of good security.
  10. Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt are not good motivators for security.
  11. People, Processes and Technology are all necessary in order to have good security.
  12. Open disclosure is a good thing for security.
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CompTIA Inclusive Technical Language List

I am trying to create a list of CompTIA new inclusive technical language that has the old and new terms. I found this resource: https://www.comptia.org/blog/inclusive-technical-language. It is not a complete list, such as I do not see on-path (man-in-the-middle). Is there a complete list somewhere?

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How often does incoherent proctoring via OnVue occur?

G'day all.

I've been hearing reports of incoherent and unpredictable proctoring by OnVue employees for a few years now. Never to such a degree that I thought it was happening in huge amounts of cases, but one could reason that anything over 0.5% of the exams is already egregious.

The latest thread on Reddit is getting raucous responses -> Login to view embedded media
Proctors are often perceived as overly strict, focusing on making students "fail", giving students contradicting instructions of even (intentionally) giving instructions that would normally break rules.

This matter is something that has a lot of students worried for their exams and they actively blame CompTIA for it, all the more so because CompTIA and PearsonVue will point fingers at each other when the affected student tries to dispute the aborted exam.

I'd love to hear from CompTIA how they handle quality control with PearsonVue.

Partner Summit - you can now register for the Virtual Event!

Greetings, we are pleased to announce that if you can't join us in person, you can now join us virtually!!!! Register today to join us for live-streamed sessions or watch on-demand. Register today! https://mypartnersummit.comptia.org/virtual-event


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And if you join us in Chicago or virtually, you will have the option to participate in our CIN Capture-the-Flag event! @Stephen Schneiter can share more details!

Best,
Liz

CertMaster Instructor Training Certificate

Hello CIN Community,

Is there an Instructor Training Certificate for CertMaster? I'm curious. I did see a posting on here for a remote A+ instructor position that requires an CertMaster Instructor Training Certificate or documentation of completion. The job posting is attached.

Thanks in advance,

Brandon

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Partner Summit - Register Today for the Discounted Room Block!

Hello Everyone,

The Partner Summit Registrations are still coming in. If you want to join us "in-person" -- please know that our hotel room block closes tonight at Midnight.

I hope you can join us! Let me know what questions you have!

Also, still have more TShirts to give away! If you register today, let me know!

Register! https://connect.comptia.org/partnersummit

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IT Instructor Position at North Shore Community College. Danvers M.A.



North Shore Community College – Senior Technical Specialist (Adult Learning Center IT Instructor)

The North Shore Community College Adult Learning Center (ALC) seeks a part-time Technical Specialist (IT Instructor) for its MassSTEP (Skills, Training & Education Program) (Grant)
Thank you for considering North Shore Community College in your search.
Category:Faculty
Department:Adult Learning Center
Locations:Danvers, MA
Posted:
Closes:
Type:PT/In-Person
Ref. No.:FY23
Position ID:

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About North Shore Community College:
NSCC is one of 15 Massachusetts community colleges. The college serves 26 cities and towns along the coastal region from north metropolitan Boston to Cape Ann. Since its founding in 1965, NSCC has grown from a single building to three campuses, and from five to nearly 90 academic programs of study. The college has an urban campus in downtown Lynn, a suburban campus in Danvers and a cosmetology and culinary center in Middleton. Nearly 35,000 students have graduated from NSCC. The college is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

Job Description:
Non-benefited MCCC grant-funded position

The North Shore Community College Adult Learning Center (ALC) seeks an IT Instructor to join the MassSTEP team for (2) 20-week student cohorts between September 2022 and June 2023.
The PT position is for 15 hours per week for a maximum of 44 weeks; Onsite teaching occurs on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 to 12 on the NSCC Danvers campus.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Teach the essential skills/information to install, upgrade, repair, configure, troubleshoot, optimize
  • and perform preventative maintenance of basic PCs, digital devices and operating systems
  • Prepare students for the CompTIA Fundamentals certification examination
  • Instruct students on the use of Office 365 and Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides
  • Instruct students on CyberSafe with certification and Help Desk Analyst
  • Prepare course syllabi, proctor and grade course assignments as scheduled, report final student
  • grades, and complete student alerts as needed
  • Develop and apply assessment strategies that maximize learning and measure student outcomes
  • Work in collaboration with the MassSTEP Program Coordinator & HiSET Instructor on integrated
  • contextualized curriculum content and student success
  • Attend required MassSTEP team meetings via Zoom and/or onsite at the NSCC Danvers campus
  • Provide one-on-one and/or group tutoring for additional instructional support
  • Report regularly to the ALC Coordinator with student concerns and classroom needs
  • Commit to the ALC’s culture of individual and program continuous improvement

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the Coordinator of the Adult Learning Center

Requirements:

  • A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or Instructional Technology; with two (2) years experience and/or training that includes computer operating systems, hardware/software installation/troubleshooting, and network systems administration; or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
  • CompTIA and Cisco certifications preferred
  • A minimum of two years of teaching experience with adult learners, higher education or high school; community college teaching experience preferred
  • Evidence of commitment to and experience working with a culturally and socioeconomic diverse student body
  • Mastery of remote learning platforms, such as Zoom or Google Classroom
  • Predisposition to working in a dynamic environment requiring flexibility, adaptability, and teamwork
  • Patience and flexibility with students and instructional practices
  • Candidates for employment are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID; initial employment is dependent upon receipt and verification of full vaccinated status record. Details of how to fulfill the vaccine record verification requirement will be provided during the hiring and onboarding process.
  • Candidates will be required to pass a CORI/SORI and/or a National background check as a condition of employment.

Additional Information:
SALARY
: $60.00 per hour. Non-benefited, grant-funded position.
STARTING DATE: September 1, 2022
North Shore Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Application Instructions:

Submit cover letter and resume. Applicants selected for an interview will need to provide the name, address, email and telephone number of at least three current professional references before the interview takes place.

Ideas for improving in-house talent (Sec+)

I recently facilitated (not taught, no pay) a Security+ session. We wanted to get as many of our in-house staff certified in Security+. We met twice a week (30min, 2 months), and for the training, we used ITPRO.TV. Many people will tell you that budgets are tight, but this was a very low-cost option. You can use any learning platform, we used the one we had, and then we bought the CompTIA vouchers. The first person took Sec+ this weekend and passed. The rest are taking the exam in the next couple of weeks.

What I learned doing this:

1) You really have to emphasize to the employees that they will have to study independently.
2) It's good to go over concepts, so they understand and master a subject.
3) Drilling test questions helps but determining why the answer is correct is very beneficial.
4) Eliminating bad choices helps them narrow the answers down from four choices.
5) This helped me prepare to teach another class here soon. I was able to try new teaching methods, and while not a paid engagement, I found it rewarding.

CompTIA A+ Instructor needed (remote position)

The Job Description is Attached!

The Division of Continuing Education & Workforce Development at Hostos Community College is looking for a seasoned instructional professional who can deliver high-value technology training. Our instructor will be an essential piece to our student experience as you must be able to provide the support, guidance and quality instruction needed through a classroom or laboratory setting according to the program objectives. He / She must have a strong knowledge of the CompTIA A+ course material, handling of CompTIA’s CertMaster Learning Management System (LMS) and supplemental resource materials (CertMaster Learn, Lab, and Practice).



Additionally, the instructor must have knowledge of virtual lab design and experience teaching in a hybrid environment – in class and remotely. Instructor will also be required to follow the standard CompTIA A+ (CertMaster) curriculum and possess knowledge of CertMaster environment.

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CTT Virtual training available

Virtual training Comptia instructor with over sixteen years LOOKING TO DO TRAINING IN Central time zone. Also spent time in Office Automation. I have written my last Core 2 exam 220-1102 on the 1st August . Now Certified in 220-1101 and 220-1102 and able to train on the new A+
N10-008 and ITF+. SECURITY SYO-601 AND CTT+, Currently preparing for DATA PLUS AND CYSA. ABLE to do remote training virtual in CENTRAL Time. My rates negotiable. Contact me on [email protected].

Improve Your Writing: Authoring Website Content

Truth be told, I enjoy writing web-based articles even though the compensation is often non-existent. I guess that's the teacher in me who's spending less and less time in the classroom but wants to keep teaching. Recent authored content has been forwarded to Certification Magazine, one of the Noel Roberto Vallejo Media Group products (like GoCertify, TestOut), more than willing to publish articles I write. An example of what I've submitted that will be published on their website this month is attached. Having taught technical writing courses in the past, I often tell students the most effective way to improve their writing skills is to "write, write, write."

So, as an instructor, if you want to get your name out there, give article writing a try.

Steve

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