I usually just watch (I get _a lot_ of good info), but I thought I would
throw my comment in. I have been looking for a sys admin position
(Unix) in the Phoenix metro area. My credentials are 22+ years
(starting with IBM mainframes) in both hardware and software. I have
10+ years in Unix systems administration (no certificates, my last job
before obtaining a govt contract rather _generously_ accepted 14 years
of working with them as proof of experience and reason for
advancement). When I see a company, looking for Unix S/A's, asking for
MCSE's, it seems suprising (except when you accept that HR is doing the
initial screening). What is really galling is that each company expects
resumes to be submitted in Microsoft Word format.
Certification (IMHO) demonstrates that you are able to "talk the talk".
Proven experience demonstrates that you are able to "walk the walk".
Which is better? Better yet, how do you get that point across to the
gatekeeper of the "first door" (initial candidate selection)?
Todd Bordeaux
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