The Benefits of Wireless Security Certifications
“Free web seminar on wireless security training hosted by Vigilar and CWNP”
Atlanta, GA (PRWEB) January 12, 2005
Vigilar Inc., a leading information security consulting firm, and CWNP, a creator and provider of IT training, courseware, and certification exams for wireless LAN technologies in the computer networking industry, today announced they will hold a free web seminar on the benefits of wireless security certifications.
What:
A chance to attend a free web seminar about the benefits of wireless security certifications.
Why:
Wireless training and certifications empower you to learn the technology behind wireless LANs so you can administer, secure, and troubleshoot any wireless network, not just specific vendors. Which would be more valuable: being an expert in one product line or an expert in any vendor's product? Earning a wireless certification gives you an edge when you're applying for a job or are up for a promotion, and it adds value to your resume.
Who:
Join Kevin Sandlin, Chief Executive Officer of CWNP and Vigilar's Director of Security Training, Chris Ritger, for a discussion on the benefits of wireless security certifications, what you will learn in a typical wireless security class, and how Vigilar security classes will make sure you ace the test!
Topics of Discussion:
• The Wireless Industry
• Wireless Security
• Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA)
• Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP)
When:
Tuesday, January 18, 2005
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EST
Where:
Live From Your Desktop!
RSVP:
Call Chantal Levin with Vigilar at 770.481.2180 or register at http://www. vigilar. com/events. html (http://www. vigilar. com/events. html)
Top 7 Reasons To Obtain a Wireless Certification:
1.Certification is a proven contributor to increased salary and increased responsibility
2.According to the CertMag. com 2004 annual salary survey, the CWSP certification is second only to the CCIE in earning power, with an average salary of $94k/year
3.The CWNA and CWSP are the #3 up-and-coming certifications (Source: CRN 2004 Certification Study)
4.The CWNA and CWSP show a working knowledge of wireless, including the all important wireless security
5.The CWNA and CWSP confirm passing of rigorous, proctored examinations
6.The CWNA and CWSP are career differentiators, and add IT credibility
7.The CWNA and CWSP are vendor-neutral certifications. "While vendor-specific certifications are important today and will to continue to play a key role in the future, a new certification model appears to be evolving, one in which solution providers look for vendor-neutral certifications first and add on technology-focused, vendor-specific certifications as needed."
CRN 2004 Certification Study
About Vigilar Inc.
Vigilar is a leading information security consulting firm assisting clients in protecting their company against internal and external threats focused on meeting the customer's budget and business requirements all while ensuring compliance to government regulations. With a sole focus on information security and a team of highly skilled industry experts, Vigilar partners with the leading security technology innovators ensuring that our clients stay ahead of the technology curve.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Vigilar offers end to end security expertise including regulatory compliance services, risk assessments, IT/security audits; SmartDefender ™ managed services, security architecture design, product selection and delivery, implementation services, technical support and training. Our client list includes Fortune 500 corporations and small and emerging enterprises in industries such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, hospitality, financial services, telecom, utilities as well as well as federal state and local government agencies.
About The CWNP Program
The CWNP Program is the industry standard for wireless LAN training and certification. IT professionals in 60 countries have achieved CWNP certification in how to make wireless LANs more secure, cost-effective, and reliable. The CWNP Program was created by Planet3 Wireless, Inc., a privately-held Georgia corporation. Information about the CWNP Program can be found at www. cwnp. com
Media Contact:
Meredith Smith
Vigilar, Inc.
770.481.2136
Msmith@vigilar. com
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