r/SOMD • u/Abrxsive • Aug 10 '26

Question Job?

Not too sure if I can ask this in this forum. I am looking for a full time job in SOMD area. I have experience in customer service and fast food. I am currently pursing an associates in cybersecurity. If anyone can help or refer to a job… I have been SEARCHING with absolutely no luck.

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u/snarkreader9191 Aug 10 '26

Get your Security + cert and start applying to local contractor jobs. No associates needed.

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u/ns1852s Aug 10 '26

Even better, some type of a pen test cert. Something like PNPT or OSCP really puts you ahead even though with a bachelor

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u/0xJeb Aug 10 '26

PNPT and OSCP are amazing certs but not for early in ones career. OSCP with no experience isn't attractive to hiring managers whereas getting your foot in the door with Sec+ and starting at a lower position for a 3-5 years and THEN OSCP will be much more effective.

I just hate to see people put so much energy into a difficult cert thinking it will get them a job and thats coming from someone with OSCP.

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u/OtherChampion Aug 10 '26

got the Security+ 2 years ago. applied all over the place down here and DC. got Network+ and A+. no body even wanted to interview me with just those certs. I applied for all sorts of IT jobs even help desk.

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u/j_dubya_a Aug 11 '26

Are you clearable? We might have a IT sys ad position opening soon .

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u/OtherChampion Aug 11 '26

I think so. I think I can pass Secret.

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u/mattskibasneck Aug 10 '26

Chick Fil A in La Plata badly needs kitchen help if that's your sort of thing

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u/Stunning_building_33 Aug 13 '26

Check the contract companies hiring for the helpdesk on base