Certifications & Accreditation | Raven IT Services
Raven IT Services supports career development and growth of employees / contractors. To keep pace with today’s technical roles and requirements, listed are some of the more sought after certifications:
Developer Certifications:
- C/C++ certifications
- Adobe Certified Expert (ACE)
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD)
- Amazon Web Services Certified Developer
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional
- Google Apps for Business Certified Deployment Specialist
- Cloudera Certified Developer for Apache Hadoop (CCDH)
- Oracle Certified Java Certifications (OCP, OCM and OCE)
- Red Hat Certified JBoss Developer (RHCJD)
- Certified Scrum Developer (CSD)
- SAP certifications
Big Data
- Oracle Business Intelligence Certification
- Cloudera Certified Professional: Data Scientist
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: Business Intelligence (MCSE)
- EMC Data Scientist
- Microsoft SQL Server Certifications
Mobile Certifications
- Android Certified Application Developer
- IBM Certified Mobile Application Developer
- MTA Developer
- Kony Certified Developer
- Swift Developer Certification
Help Desk
- CompTIA A+
- Microsoft Specialist
- Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP)
- Google IT Support
Cloud
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: Private Cloud (MCSE)
- CompTIA Cloud+
- Amazon Web Services Certified Solutions Architect (AWS-CSA)
- Google Cloud Certifications
- VMware Certified Professional 6 – Data Center Virtualization
Information Security Certifications
In a digital world, Information Security Specialists play a critical role in protecting the vast quantities of sensitive data stored online. Keeping data safe is one of the foremost priorities of any organization; a data breach results in crippling financial losses and, worse, incalculable and irreparable damages to a customer’s trust. IT security certifications serve as a straightforward means for employers to vet security specialist candidates and to ensure they have the necessary skills to insure the company’s data is secure. Some of the most reputable of these certifications are the following:
- Oracle Business Intelligence Certification
- Cloudera Certified Professional: Data Scientist
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer: Business Intelligence (MCSE)
- EMC Data Scientist
- Microsoft SQL Server Certifications
Networking Certifications
With countless internet and intranet connections interwoven throughout every major business in North America, it has become apparent that networking is an IT skill in particularly high demand. Networking and cybersecurity certifications represent the most valuable additions to any IT professional’s arsenal. Some of these include:
- Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP)
- Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
- CompTIA Network+
Database Certifications
Oracle and SQL have long been recognized as leaders in database management. Their certifications have the best chance of rounding out a resume and improving employability in database-related roles. The field of database management certainly does not want for certifications on offer, with a few of the most popular listed below. Be sure, however, to do your research and choose a certification that makes sense for your desired career path.
- Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)
- ICCP Certified Data Management Pro (ICCP CDMP)
- Microsoft SQL Server Database Certifications
- IBM Info Management Certifications
- MongoDB NoSQL Certifications
System Administration Certifications
System administrators—sysadmins—live at the pulsing heart of any IT team. As a manager of a massive enterprise data centre, a skilled sysadmin must be able to master a wide variety of skills and technologies including directories, networking, database management, various software applications, and more.
Among the IT certifications that are highly recognized upon verification of a candidate’s skills in this demanding profession are:
- Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE)
- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
- VMWare Certified Professional
- CompTIA Server+
- Linux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC)
IT Project Management Certifications
IT project managers are entrusted with the prestigious duties of leading IT teams and overseeing key projects, with candidates who can demonstrate their management skills by means of a recognizable certification most likely to be selected for such roles. By far, the most sought-after credential in this profession is a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, which serves as the industry standard for many other, more general project management jobs as well. Alternatively, for candidates looking to specialize in IT, becoming a Certified ScrumMaster may be the best option. Relevant certifications include:
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)