Handling Out-of-Pocket Certification Renewals in Cybersecurity

The author, who has been working in cybersecurity for about 10 years, is wondering whether to renew their certifications at their own expense, as their company, which previously paid for them, now refuses to do so. They hold several certifications, including fundamental ones like the GIAC GSEC and more advanced ones like the CISSP. They are hesitant to let them expire, as this would mean losing months of study and preparation, even though some certifications are no longer as valued in the job market.