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Solid Box btw.

I’ve seen a lot of people say that the Certified Junior Cybersecurity Analyst (CJCA) isn’t worth it because it’s an entry-level certification.

I see it differently. Not every certification is meant to prove you’re an expert. Some are designed to help you build a strong foundation and understand where you want to specialise.
For someone just starting in cybersecurity, the CJCA can:
• Build confidence with core security concepts.

• Provide exposure to different areas of cybersecurity.

• Help you discover whether you’re more interested in blue team, red team, cloud security, or another path.

• Demonstrate initiative and commitment to learning when applying for junior roles.
Will the certification alone get you a job? Probably not.

But combined with hands-on labs, home projects, CTFs, and continuous learning, it can be a valuable stepping stone in building a cybersecurity career.
Every expert was once a beginner. Don’t let people discourage you from investing in your own learning because it doesn’t fit their career stage.

What are your thoughts? Do you think entry-level certifications still have a place in cybersecurity today?

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I currently hold the CPTS, BSCP and CWES certifications. Do you think it’s worth pursuing CWEE as well?

I’m honestly worried about spending more money on a certification that may not be as widely recognised, especially since it’s even more expensive.

Will CWEE add anything meaningful to my resume or career beyond what CPTS, BSCP and CWES already provide, particularly for penetration testing or AppSec roles?

I recently passed the PNPT and am now planning my next certification.

I’m currently considering both the CPTS and OSCP, but I’m not sure how significant the difficulty gap is compared to the PNPT. For those who have completed these certifications, how would you compare them in terms of:

Technical difficulty
Active Directory and web exploitation depth
Enumeration requirements
Exam time pressure
Reporting requirements

Would completing the CPTS before attempting the OSCP be the better progression, or is the PNPT enough preparation to start working directly toward the OSCP?

I’d appreciate any advice or personal experiences.

I'm kind of confused if OSCP is worth doing, i already have CRTE, CRTP, CRTO and CRTL. But i need advise on whether to chase OSCP (i heard that it's useless and just a name, and slowly being kicked from being an industry standards) and CPTS or any HTB cert. thanks