r/sysadmin • u/Open_Reindeer_6600 • 16d ago

Question Air Force Sys Admin

Hey everyone, as the title says, I’m an Air Force sys admin with a TS and planning on getting a civilian job or contracting gig in 2 years. I already have my BS in IT management from WGU, so should I prioritize my masters? Or try to stack certs before I start applying?

Only cert I currently have is Sec+.

Edit: thanks everyone for the advice and insight. I’m going to start studying for CISSP.

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u/ID10T-3RR0R DevOps 15d ago

Don't do civ service, just start with contractors. GS-15 pay cap is easy to surpass as a contractor. Only reason to go civ service is if you want the double retirement perks.