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Cloud Architect

4 certifications that build the skills a cloud architect needs, in the order most people take them.

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  1. FoundationCertified Cloud Essentials Plus
  2. AssociateCertified Security Plus
  3. ProfessionalCertified Cloud Plus
  4. ExpertCertified CloudNet Plus

Foundation

Certified Cloud Essentials PlusThe business side of cloud: service models, costs, governance and how cloud decisions are made.

Associate

Certified Security PlusBaseline security skills: threats, security controls, identity and access, secure architecture and incident basics.

Professional

Certified Cloud PlusDeploying, securing, operating and troubleshooting workloads across public, private and hybrid cloud.

Expert

Certified CloudNet PlusAdvanced hybrid and multi-cloud network architecture, connectivity and design for enterprises.

As a Cloud Architect you spend most of your day designing, implementing and fine‑tuning cloud solutions that keep businesses running smoothly. You might sketch a multi‑region deployment for a global e‑commerce platform, review cost reports with finance teams, or troubleshoot latency spikes during a live product launch. The role blends strategic planning with hands‑on configuration, so you’re constantly switching between high‑level diagrams and detailed console work.

Employers look for a mix of technical depth and practical judgment. They expect you to master core cloud services, understand networking and security fundamentals, and translate business requirements into scalable architectures. Strong communication skills are a must—you’ll be explaining complex designs to developers, executives and external partners alike. Experience with migration projects, automation tools and performance monitoring also carries a lot of weight.

Our certification pathway mirrors that progression. Certified Cloud Essentials Plus gives you a solid foundation in cloud concepts and service models. Building on that, Certified Cloud Plus adds hands‑on experience with deployment, automation and cost optimisation. Certified CloudNet Plus deepens networking and hybrid‑cloud expertise, while Certified Security Plus ensures you can embed robust security controls into every design. Together they equip you with the skills needed to own end‑to‑end cloud architectures.

Ready to start building the future of cloud? Apply now.

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