@MichelleHomes Thanks for the shout out. @D_e_n_n_i_s - I understand your pain, I truly do. In fact, I started writing white papers about security for two reasons: 1. While there is a LOT of information out there, I had a hard time finding something that written, in plain and simple terms, for a new administrator and 2. So I could have something in hand to help explain SAS to my non-SAS partners in IT / IS / etc. The road has been long but I would not trade it for the world! The advice in the thread is excellent, from getting to know other admins at SGF, joining SUGA, to using Metacoda and following blogs. The SAS community is nothing, if not supportive and helpful! The only thing I can add to your list of recommendations is that the absolute, most important, non-negotiable, thing you need to do is plan. Even if you are working in an existing environment, plan what the desired target state. The simple act of sitting down and thinking through your requirements and how you will meet them, followed by careful documentation, will help you frame your decision making for years to come. It helps you find your sense of direction, and will help you target your deep dives into the volume of information that is out there. I am sure everyone who has ever been a SAS admin will agree that you will never stop learning so you best bet is to have a solid forward-looking plan of attack so you are focusing your energies on the things that will benefits you the most. I hope you stay active in the community (I am a long time lurker myself) and let us know how things turn out! Warm regards, --Charyn
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