Don't choose the wrong certifications Network+ is for understanding networking concepts but also a prerequisite for cybersecurity, earn the knowledge but the cert is most preferred for Network professionals CySA+ is for cybersecurity analysis and threat response. Cybersecurity Analyst can go for this. Pentest+ and CEH focus on ethical hacking, rather then general cybersecurity knowledge eJPT is an entry-level cert for penetration testing PNPT is a hands-on certification still for pentesting, fully practical OSCP is a highly highly advanced certification for penetration testing CISSP is for experienced pros focusing on security principles and how to manage them CISM is for managing and leading information security teams CASP+ is for advanced experts securing enterprise systems GSEC covers the basics of security, both defense and attacks CHFI is all about computer forensics and cybercrime investigations CGRC is a certificate for GRC professionals, can be written by anyone interested before hitting the bigger certificates. CRISC focuses on risk management and how to control it in IT systems AWS Certified Security – Specialty is for securing cloud systems CompTIA A+ is best for those going into IT profession or anything related to computers Security+ is a foundational certification for cybersecurity and best for Security professionals Any cloud certification you choose to write should be either for Azure, Google or Microsoft depending on your preferences. Make the best decision for your success Add your certificate in the comment, let newbies learn the difference.