What avenues should an aspiring information security professional use in acquiring professional credentials?  Cite resources and references that back up your recommendations.

If you look at most job requirements for a cybersecurity position the main ones listed are Security +, Certified Ethical Hacking, Certified Information Systems Auditor, etc. Coursera also offers many cybersecurity certificates that people have stated have helped their endeavors. If you look at many job positions for the type of job you are looking for the type of certificates or requirements will show what the basics are that most companies would like to achieve. These certifications not only help with skills and showing the company you are qualified, but can also help with the salary rate. 

Resources:

10 popular cybersecurity certifications [2023 updated]. Coursera. (2023, November 29). https://www.coursera.org/articles/popular-cybersecurity-certifications