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Cloud

Overview

Those working in Cloud Computing focus on harnessing cloud technologies to optimise infrastructure, services and applications. Responsibilities include designing cloud architectures, managing cloud infrastructure, ensuring security and compliance, facilitating cloud migration and integration, developing cloud-native applications, automating processes, optimising costs and defining governance strategies. Professionals in this field drive innovation, scalability and efficiency, enabling organisations to thrive in the digital landscape.

Common Job Titles

Cloud Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Cloud Solutions Architect, Cloud Consultant, Cloud Security Engineer, Cloud Network Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, Cloud Product Manager, Cloud Sales Engineer, Cloud Migration Specialist

Relevant Qualifications

Foundational Courses

GCSE's in IT or Computer Science

BTEC/A-Level in ICT, Computer Science or other related subject

Apprenticeships

Level 3 Information Communication Technician

Level 3 IT Solutions Technician

Level 4 DevOps Engineer

Degrees

Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Software Engineering or another related field

Vendor Qualifications and Certifications

CompTIA Cloud+

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Solutions Architect

Associate Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals

Google Associate Cloud Engineer

IBM Certified Technical Advocate - Cloud v3 Cloud Security Alliance

Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)

Recognised Status

Eligible for professional status from a recognised institutions such as The Institute of Telecommunications Professionals (ITP)and other registration bodies.

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Cloud Solutions Architect

₤39k to ₤105k