No but it’s recommended. The data in Splunk is going to be largely network based and is security focused. Not understanding both gives little context to the work you’re doing. Splunk is like a chef’s knife. It’s a tool in a domain. Knowing how to cut before knowing how to cook is valuable but leaves a lot to be desired.
Is it necessary to have net+ and/or sec+ prior to going for splunk?
No but it’s recommended. The data in Splunk is going to be largely network based and is security focused. Not understanding both gives little context to the work you’re doing. Splunk is like a chef’s knife. It’s a tool in a domain. Knowing how to cut before knowing how to cook is valuable but leaves a lot to be desired.
Network+ done
Security+ done
On to Splunk!
I LOVE IT LFGGGG