A curated list of additional certifications and hands-on labs that strengthen foundational IT and cybersecurity skills.
Core Cybersecurity Certifications
- KCCS - Knowledge of Cybersecurity Skills: Covers network security, threat analysis, and incident response.
IT & System Administration Certifications
- KCIS - Knowledge of Core IT Skills: Validates understanding of fundamental IT principles, including hardware, software, networking, and troubleshooting.
- Packt – Linux Foundations and Basic System Administration: Covers Linux history, architecture, installation, configuration, permissions, file systems, user management, and core security practices.
Hands-on Labs & Technical Skills
- Kali Linux: Hands-on exercises with penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and network security assessment.