My name is Jennifer Strobl, I am the Director of Program Operations for ACI Learning. We are an IT training company offering on-campus as well as virtual learning. We are looking for contract virtual CompTIA instructors, or an instructor that might be interested in teaching local for one of our 5 campuses in Dallas TX, San Antonio TX, Jacksonville FL, Denver Colorado or Colorado Springs Colorado. I see you are in San Antonio.

If you are interested in teaching A+, Net+ or Sec+ for us please reach out for more information.

My best,
Jennifer Strobl
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Please email [email protected] or go to https://acilearning.applytojob.com/ to apply.

I would like share with CINers about the news for whom is preparing to take CCSK (CSA) v4 Exam. I have just passed the CCSK v4 Exam, I can inherit a lot of knowledge in CompTIA Cloud+ to prepare for CCSK exam, beside that CompTIA Server+ is also valuable reference.

I'm looking for a new book for my classes.

I'd like a book which:

1. Covers all objectives
2. Separates the 1001 and 1002
3. Has an instructor manual
4. Has instructor slide sets
5. Available in print and digital versions

I'd be happy with 3 out of 5.

Thank you ahead of time.

This morning, GMT time, I got Cloud+ course expired status. Is there a way to extend time?

Hi all

Is learn.comptia.org Down?? or is it just me?

This site can’t be reached​

learn.comptia.org


Anyone experiencing the same problem?

Join the CompTIA Instructor Network as we welcome Sam Berumen who will lead our Network+ N10-008 TTT series. The series will consist of ten sessions covering the Network+ exam domains. Sam will teach the key networking concepts covered on the exam as well as hands-on activities with key technology tools used by networking professionals.

We will also discuss instructional strategy for presenting the concepts to students and best practices for implementing a Network+ course.

Network+ ensures an IT professional has the knowledge and skills to:

• Design and implement functional networks
• Configure, manage, and maintain essential network devices
• Use devices such as switches and routers to segment network traffic and create resilient networks
• Identify benefits and drawbacks of existing network configurations
• Implement network security, standards, and protocols
• Troubleshoot network problems
• Support the creation of virtualized networks

What: 10-session webinar series
When: Tuesday, Sept. 14, 2021
Where: ON24
Registration (Be sure to select all of the sessions)

This was from the last session of the Cloud+ TTTT.

CINer’s Prayer

Oh mighty CompTIA, I come to you on bended knee to let me join CIN and be counted among the true CINers! I pray for strength to resist the temptation of putting off redeeming my free exam vouchers or my code for the free content. I also repent from badgering poor Stephen S. about exam vouchers and course content.

I will seek further knowledge, wisdom, and enlightenment by attending Train-the-Trainers, Seek Peaks, and Deep Dives. I will remember to click on the chat icon and do the survey at the end of the webinar. I ask for your forgiveness for making pithy and clever comments in the webinar chats. I will make the pilgrimage to take my certification exams including the cleansing of the unknown wilderness of beta exams.

Amen

Soooo @Liz Wannemacher , what's this I hear about a potential upcoming renewal of Project+?

I'm getting curious!

The Multi-Tier Cloud Security (MTCS) Standard for Singapore was prepared under the direction of the Information Technology Standards Committee (ITSC) of the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA). The ITSC promotes and facilitates national programs to standardize IT and communications, and Singapore's participation in international standardization activities.

The purpose of the MTCS is to provide:

• A common standard that cloud service providers (CSPs) can apply to address customer concerns about the security and confidentiality of data in the cloud, and the impact on businesses of using cloud services.
• Verifiable operational transparency and visibility into risks to the customer when they use cloud services.

The MTCS builds upon recognized international standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, and covers such areas as data retention, data sovereignty, data portability, liability, availability, business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident management. It also includes a mechanism for customers to benchmark and rank the capabilities of CSPs against a set of minimum baseline security requirements.

MTCS is the first cloud security standard with different levels of security, so certified CSPs can specify which levels they offer. MTCS includes a total of 535 controls, covering basic security in Level 1, more stringent governance and tenancy controls in Level 2, and reliability and resiliency for high-impact information systems in Level 3.

AWS, Azure, GCP is now Level 3.

More information: https://www.imda.gov.sg/news-and-ev...-security-mtcs-standard-launched-in-singapore

I have just saw this book on Amazon. Too fast&furius

CASP+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Study Guide: Exam CAS-004

This question is directed to @Rick Butler , but I welcome any responses.

With regards to the question asked in session 9 of the Cloud+ TTT, you mentioned the concept of identifying what the question is actually asking, as opposed to what the student "Thinks" the question is asking.

"You have resolved a user’s issue with connecting to their Linux IaaS Instance and implemented the solution. You return to the helpdesk ticket queue and get ready to work on the next ticket. What is the next troubleshooting step you skipped?"

Is there another meaning to 'resolved' that I am unaware of? I don't think it needs interpretation, past-tense of "Resolve: To find a solution to; solve: ie. resolved the problem."

If the issue was not verified, it cannot have been successfully resolved. I don't know any other way to read that statement. Please help!

Greetings, for those of you planning your new Network+ N10-008 course, please see this comparison guide!

Hello! The final assessment for the new Cloud+ curriculum displays a denied access message for the sim questions. I am not sure if you are aware of this. Thank you!
@Stephen Schneiter

EFCTS is looking for instructor(s) for ITFundamentals+, A+, Network+, Security+, CySA+ and PenTest+. You can apply at:

https://www.applitrack.com/efcts/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&category=Adult+Workforce+Development+Teaching

We are back with the next version of PenTest+!!

Join us on Thursday, September 9th for a sneak peak of the CompTIA PenTest+ PT0-002 exam. During this two-hour session, we will review the updated PenTest+ exam objectives to get a perspective of the latest cybersecurity concepts from the "red team" point of view

Get techy with us as we welcome Lee McWhorter who will share his insights from an industry cybersecurity pro and instructor experience. Join the conversation as we discuss various types of scenarios and ways to prepare students for the exam when it is released later in 2021.

What: two-hour webinar looking at the new certification
When: Thursday, September 9th 10:00 a.m. CST
Where: ON24
Who: Lee McWhorter
Registration: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/3355480/5F7E3801FD66614972550A4B56D43A6B

Hopefully everyone was able to join us for a great Partner Summit this year! The session were really good and great presenters. If you missed it, no worries. Be sure to check out the sessions at your leisure on-demand! Just click the link below and start enjoying!

Partner Summit 2021 on-demand

Don't forget to let us know your favorite session!

Quick question, did the CompTIA IT Career Planning Tool replace the CompTIA Career Roadmap? When I go to the site: https://www.comptia.org/content/comptia-career-roadmap/ it's showing up blank... was it updated since the 2019 version?

Thanks in advance!

John M Jones

Good Afternoon!

Is the Certmaster Learn Org./Bus License purchased for each student or does the organization purchase a (1) license and is given a certain amount of access keys? The option details doesn't really explain how that works. Any help is greatly appreciated?

Tanika

Instructors, there's still time to register for the 1 p.m. CST Aug. 11 webinar previewing @CompTIA's new Data+ certification. Sign up now: https://s.comptia.org/3z47bMv

So, I wanted to open up conversation this week with respect to the age-old argument regarding the value of certification.

Now, by virtue of all of us being out here on the CIN, we all value certification. We build our lives around certifying for ourselves as well as teaching others. We continuously step up to the challenge whenever a new certification comes out, we allocate hours of personal study and research so that we can add back credential to our ever-growing list. For many of us, it's a way of life and has served us well as our careers have progressed.

But, how do we deal with the problem of apathy among those who come to us saying that they want the nice job, being an IT, but they are just unwilling to put in the necessary time to get certification work done? Yes, it is a real commitment. But I just got done looking at a couple of resumes this morning from students that came out of college and I see one who had a nice assortment of certifications, but for some reason he's not employed yet. Meanwhile I see another student who graduated without a single certification, working jobs like throwing pizza and managing inventory in a music shop.

Because, I hear the excuses from the people that do not have certifications. And if I was to be totally brass tacks about it, the underlying factor is just general laziness. Yes the certifications are challenging, and there is a cost component involved with them but I see that as more of the exception than the rule. Truth be told, there are ways to overcome both of these, if a person wants the bad enough.

So, I put this question to the Network: how do all of you as teachers, instructors, program developers, and the like deal with this ongoing apathy that comes from students who simply are unwilling to put in the time and effort to actually certify? Perhaps, it's just something internal like personal excellence which is not something that is easily taught. Is there something that we have overlooked? Are there techniques and ways to motivate apathetic students and professionals?

Yes, I recognize that this is a YUGE question with so many potential threads and opinions. But, I think it is a question that we, here on the CIN, have to continuously talk about. Time always change. Certifications and technologies change constantly. But I don't think the challenge ever does. So, I'm very interested in hearing the various opinions about this.

@Stephen Schneiter - I would like to propose that we do some sort of CIN meetup - if we can swing it, as sort of a think tank, forum discussion - some way we can talk about this, because I think if we can find strategies that work...really work, we only stand to help ourselves as educators.

Okay, CIN crew...you're up.

/r

**Application Deadline Extended**

Calbright College is seeking a remote, part-time instructor with expertise in training adult learners in CompTIA A+ curriculum. Under the direction of the Dean of Learning and Instruction, the incumbent will provide instruction, student support, development and implementation of curriculum and evaluation of courses. The instructor will support student success and retention from learning to job placement by ensuring curricula and instruction meet student needs and industry standards. The instructor should possess a commitment to working with a diverse student population in an online environment.

See attached position description for further details.

Who We Are
Calbright College is one of California’s newest community colleges – the first statewide, online campus designed to bridge the gap between employers with unfilled positions and students who don’t have either the time or money to attend a traditional school. Our mission is to increase economic mobility and close equity gaps for working adults who lack easy access to traditional forms of higher education by offering online, flexible, affordable skills-based programs that provide tangible economic value for both working adults and hiring managers.

To apply, email your resume and letter of interest to Kelly Carroll, Project Manager ([email protected]). Application review will begin on August 9, 2021.

Team, what is your certification roadmap? What is your next IT certification?

Certification Roadmap

Applied Technology Academy is in need of a talented Server+ instructor for Online Live classes. These courses will be in the evening from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm (running Monday through Thursday.) Please reach out to [email protected], (800) 674-3550 x2 if you would like to set up an interview.

One of the requirements for most academic programs that are characterized by the label "career and technical education" is they need to have advisory committees composed of people from business and industry ("employers"). This requirement is in likely recognition of a need to have input on what we should be teaching (as opposed to what we want to teach). Yesterday I participated in a meeting, where my primary function was to convince respected industry insiders to participate. The conversations were interesting, with a focus on what the participants thought of the list of knowledge, skills, and abilities prepared by faculty. Below is a link to a video of the meeting. To get to the "meat" of the conversation it probably makes sense to move forward to 00:24:00. What meetings like this suggest is we need to listen to the people in the industry.

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Good day!
Has anyone tried the TryHackMe Labs for CompTIA Pentest+?
Just wanted to get feedback in case anyone has tried it for their class/es.

https://tryhackme.com/path/outline/pentestplus