003 Best Cloud IT Certifications For 2015

Best Cloud IT Certifications for 2015
1. CCSK -- Cloud Security Alliance
What it's all about: This is the mother of all cloud computing security
certifications. The Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge certification is vendor-
neutral, and certifies competency in key cloud security areas. The test is based
on the Cloud Security Alliance Security Guidance for Critical Areas of Focus in
Cloud Computing V3, English language version, and the ENISA report "Cloud
Computing: Benefits, Risks and Recommendations for Information Security."
How to prepare: The best way to prepare is to study the CSA Security Guidance
for Critical Areas of Focus in Cloud Computing v3, and the ENISA report "Cloud
Computing: Benefits, Risks, and Recommendations for Information Security."
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2. Cloud U -- Rackspace
What it's all about: According to Rackspace, Cloud U is a vendor-

neutral curriculum designed for IT professionals and business
leaders that covers and certifies knowledge of the fundamentals of
Cloud Computing. Cloud U content is available to any professional
at any time, but if you want a formal recognition of your knowledge about Cloud
Computing, you should complete the courses and requirements for a certificate.
How to prepare: Study each Cloud U lesson whitepaper, and then successfully
complete each of 10 Cloud U lesson quizzes based on the whitepaper's content.
Successfully complete a 50-question final exam drawn from materials covered in
the 10 Cloud U lessons.
3. CompTIA Cloud Essentials -- Comp TIA
What it's all about: According to CompTIA, the Cloud Essentials Certification
covers the basic fundamentals of cloud computing and shows that individuals
understand cloud computing from both a business and a technical perspective. In
addition, the certification covers migration to the cloud and governance of cloud
computing environments.
How to prepare: CompTIA offers study and training materials, and -- while it's
not required -- CompTIA recommends that individuals taking the exam have at
least six months experience working in an IT services environment.

4. Cloud Certified Professional -- CloudSchool.com
What it's all about: CloudSchool.com offers a number of vendor-neutral cloud

certifications, each based on a one-day course module and aimed at competency
in specific areas of cloud computing. There are certificates for Cloud Architects,
Cloud Technology Professionals, Cloud Governance, and Cloud security, among
others.
How to prepare: Cloud School offers self-study kits as well as on-site and
remote workshops and study sessions and instructor-led workshops to help
prepare applicants for the exams.
5 & 6. IBM Certified Cloud Solution Architect v1 and v3 – IBM
What it's all about: IBM has two cloud-specific certification: IBM Certified
Solution Architect v1 and v3. These solutions architects will demonstrate the
design, plan, architecture and management capabilities for IBM's cloud
computing infrastructure once they've completed the certification requirements.
According to IBM, these certifications, "Provide a reliable, valid and fair method
of assessing skills and knowledge; provide IBM a method of building and
validating the skills of individuals and organizations; and to develop a loyal
community of highly skilled certified professionals."
How to prepare: You should have a working knowledge of cloud fundamentals

and a basic knowledge of IBM cloud computing essentials. You will be required
to take a test to confirm that knowledge for each version of the certification exam.

7. Google Certified Deployment Specialist -- Google
What it's all about: This is Google's technical certification; the applications giant
also has a Google Certified Sales Specialist. This certification covers the
fundamental skills, knowledge and technical expertise required to deploy Google
Apps for Business and Education, according to Google.
How to prepare: Google recommends gaining practical experience by

participating in at least three Google Apps for Business deployments, and having
at least 3 to 6 years of hands-on IT experience. You'll also complete hands-on,
online, self-paced training and, finally, take an exam.
8. Salesforce.com Certified Professional -- Salesforce.com
What it's all about: Salesforce.com offers several certification tracks, including
Salesforce Administrator, Force.com Developer, Implementation Expert, and
Architect.
How to prepare: According to Salesforce.com, the certification tests real-world

knowledge as much as book learning, and each certification track offers a variety
of ways to prepare for the exams. There are individualized programs available for
everyone available on the company's web site.

9. VMware Certified Professional - VMware
What it's all about: The virtualization pioneer offers six cloud-specific
certifications, from beginner to advanced. These tracks certify knowledge and
expertise in a variety of cloud and virtualization-related technologies and
methodologies. Offerings include the VMware Certified Associate -- Cloud,
VMware Certified Professional -- Cloud, and VMware Certified Advanced
Professional, among others.
How to prepare: Study and preparation materials are available through VMware,
and real-world experience with cloud and virtualization are also highly
recommended.
10. Red Hat Certificate of Expertise in Infrastructure-as-a-Service -- Red Hat
What it's all about: This is one of the newest cloud certifications available. The
Red Hat Certificate measures professionals' ability to design, build, deploy and
manage private clouds based on the Red Hat Enterprise Linux OpenStack
platform.
How to prepare: Red Hat says the best way to prepare for the exam is hands-
on, real-world experience. The exam is also a live, real- world test of skills and
competency, requiring candidates to perform tasks on a live system.

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1. CCSK -- Cloud Security Alliance

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What it's all about: According to Rackspace, Cloud U is a vendor-

3. CompTIA Cloud Essentials -- Comp TIA

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What it's all about: CloudSchool.com offers a number of vendor-neutral cloud

5 & 6. IBM Certified Cloud Solution Architect v1 and v3 – IBM

How to prepare: You should have a working knowledge of cloud fundamentals

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How to prepare: Google recommends gaining practical experience by

8. Salesforce.com Certified Professional -- Salesforce.com

How to prepare: According to Salesforce.com, the certification tests real-world

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10. Red Hat Certificate of Expertise in Infrastructure-as-a-Service -- Red Hat

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