Forecasting which areas of IT will need workers in the future is a tricky business. But right now, signs seem to indicate that in 2015 enterprises will be looking for workers with expertise in information systems security, virtualization/cloud computing, project management, Microsoft and Cisco technology, and Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL). Which certifications can help you get a job in these areas? Here’s a list:
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- GIAC Security Expert(GSE)/Security Leadership (GSLC)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Information Systems Security Management
- VMware Certified Professional (VCP)
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Server Virtualization, Configuration
- VMware Certified Design Expert (VCDX)
- Citrix Certified Administrator (CCA)
- Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Microsoft System Center Virtual Machine Manager (VMM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
- Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
- ITIL V3 Foundation in IT Service Management
- ITIL Intermediate Level – Two streams: Service Lifecycle, and Service Capability
- ITIL V3 Expert Certificate
- ITIL V3 Master Qualification
