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CDW’s Jill Klein talks IoT security, opportunities and challenges MSPs should know about emerging technologies.

The CompTIA Tech Jobs Taxonomy provides a roadmap for understanding technology careers no matter where you’re starting from.

If you like being in the know about everything, being a security administrator could be a good fit for you. The security administrator is the protector of the system. They see everything that is happening and monitor activity to prevent attacks and stay secure against threats.

If you’re a methodical thinker who’s good at making sure everything runs smoothly, then server administrator may be a good next step for you.

You’ll want to ensure you are fully prepared before you undertake the IT certification process. Here’s our advice on how to study for the new CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) exam.

Embedding a cyber-first approach within your company (and your customers) will better protect your business and should even lower day-to-day costs.

If you are interested in working with the day-to-day operations of computer networks, a career as a systems administrator could be your next move.

We’ve been getting a lot of questions about the new CompTIA CySA+, and we want to make sure you have the answers you need to decide whether or not it’s right for you.

Having trouble convincing work-from-home employees to leave their house? Try these strategies from fellow MSPs.

Confidently apply for IT jobs you feel are out of your league by effectively positioning your skill set.

If you have a knack for determining problems and wanting to find solutions, then a career as a vulnerability analyst may be for you.

IT project managers bring multiple skill sets to the table to keep projects in scope, on budget and ensure a successful outcome. Learn why IT project managers are essential.

In cybersecurity, as in the military, sports and more, a solid defense is nothing without an equally strong offense. You can’t just sit back and wait – you need to take action. Cybersecurity professionals need to find system weaknesses before cybercriminals do, and that’s where penetration testing comes in.

AI and cybersecurity are going to be inexorably intertwined going forward. What does that mean for your organization?

Every job in IT serves an important function in today’s ever-growing tech ecosystem. Designers and developers, architects and analysts, programmers and support specialists — no matter what role you decide to pursue, a solid foundation of knowledge in IT is your first step.