Do certifications matter?

Do certifications matter?

From CISO Perspectives (public) by N2K Networks

March 6, 2026 · 46 min · Season 16 · Episode 125

About this episode

The episode discusses the relevance and challenges of certifications in the cybersecurity industry.

Show Notes: As the cybersecurity industry has grown, the field has struggled to answer the question: do certifications matter? In this episode of CISO Perspectives, host ⁠Kim Jones⁠ sits down with N2K's own, ⁠Simone Petrella, to answer this question and discuss why the value of certifications continue to be debated. Throughout the conversation, Simone and Kim will discuss the challenges associated with certifications, and how the industry can adjust the ways it sees and utilizes them. Got cybersecurity, IT, or project management certification goals?Want more CISO Perspectives?: For the past 25 years, N2K's practice tests have helped more than half a million professionals reach certification success. Grow your career and reach your goals faster with N2K’s full exam prep of practice tests, labs, and training courses for Microsoft, CompTIA, PMI, Amazon, and more at n2k.com/certify. Want more CISO Perspectives? Check out a companion ⁠⁠blog post⁠⁠ by our very own Ethan Cook, where he breaks down key insights, shares behind-the-scenes context, and highlights research that complements this episode. It’s the perfect follow-up if you’re curious about the cyber talent crunch and how we can…

People in this episode

Host: Kim Jones

Guest: Simone Petrella

Topics covered

  • certifications
  • cybersecurity
  • career development
  • industry challenges
  • IT certifications

Keywords

  • certifications
  • cybersecurity
  • IT certifications
  • career growth
  • N2K Networks

Sponsors

N2K

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: N2K Networks, N2K, Microsoft, CompTIA, PMI, Amazon

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