Assignment Requirements

Assume you are a manager in the security department of a high-tech corporation. You are mentoring Mary, an entry-level network technician, who is considering a career change to specialize in security. She asks you for advice as to whether she should pursue vendor-neutral or vendor-specific certifications. What is your advice to Mary?

Answer the following question(s):

1. What are two advantages to choosing a vendor-neutral certification rather than a vendor-specific certification?
2. What are two advantages to choosing a vendor-specific certification rather than a vendor-neutral certification?

Fully address the questions in this discussion; provide valid rationale for your choices, where applicable; and respond to at least two other students views.

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own answering is required no chatgpt or AI tool answers