0854 - Computer Engineering

Federal Occupation Description

Federal Occupation Description

This series covers positions managing, supervising, leading, and/or performing professional engineering and scientific work involving the design, construction, and operation of computer systems, including hardware and software and their integration.

For job opportunities in this series, go to the Office of Personnel Management USAJOBS website.

Other Federal Occupations

It is not uncommon for individuals in one federal occupational series to perform duties related to another series within the same federal occupational group. To find out about the certifications for another series in the ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE GROUP, click on that series below. Note that credentials have not yet been identified for all series – links are provided only to those series for which the identification of credentials has been completed. Additional series will be added over time.

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Click here to go to CompTIA Server+ COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

CompTIA Server+ is an intermediate skill level certification for IT technical support professionals that certifies the technical knowledge and skills required to build, maintain, troubleshoot and support server hardware and software technologies. The certification focuses on server-specific hardware and operating systems as well as virtualization, disaster recovery and security procedures. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Server+ candidates hold a CompTIA A+ certification and has 18-24 months of IT experience.

Click here to go to Software Quality Engineer Certification (CSQE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The American Society for Quality (ASQ), Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) certification is for candidates who have an understanding of software quality development and implementation, software inspection, testing, verification and validation, and implementation of software development and maintenance processes. Candidates must meet education and experience requirements. Candidates must pass a written exam. 

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) focuses on design methodologies and objectives, addressing and routing protocols, and network expansion considerations within basic campus, data center, security, voice, and wireless networks. Cisco Associate level certifications are the apprentice or foundation level of networking certification. The CCDA certification is appropriate for Information Technology occupations such as network design engineers, system engineers, and sales engineers. Candidates must have a valid CCENT or a valid CCNA Routing and Switching or any CCIE certification prior to qualifying to sit for the CCDA exam.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Design Professional (CCDP) certification is an advanced network design certification designed for seasoned IT professionals with progressive end-to-end network design expertise. With a CCDP certification, a network professional can perform the conceptual, intermediate, and detailed design of a network infrastructure that supports desired network solutions over intelligent network services, to achieve effective performance, scalability, and availability. The CCDP certification is appropriate for Senior Network Design Engineers, Principle System Engineer, and Network/Solution Architects. The Cisco CCDP certification program focuses on advanced addressing and routing protocols, WANs, services virtualization, and integration strategies for multi-layered Enterprise architectures. Candidates seeking this certification must first hold valid CCDA and CCNA Routing and Switching certifications, or valid CCDA and CCNP Routing and Switching certifications, or any CCIE/CCDE certifications, and successfully pass three written exams.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching is for entry-level network engineers that validates the ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size route and switched networks. The CCNA Routing and Switching certification is appropriate for Network Specialists, Network Administrators, and Network Support Engineers with a recommended 1-3 years of experience. There are no experience or education requirements that must be met prior to taking the exam(s). Candidates must pass the CCNA accelerated exam or the ICND1 and ICND2 exams to achieve this certification.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing and Switching COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Routing and Switching certification validates the ability to plan, implement, verify and troubleshoot local and wide-area enterprise networks and work collaboratively with specialists on advanced security, voice, wireless and video solutions. The CCNP certification is appropriate for candidates with at least one year of networking experience who are ready to advance their skills and work independently on complex network solutions. Those who achieve the CCNP certification have demonstrated the skills required in enterprise roles such as network technician, support engineer, systems engineer or network engineer. Candidates must hold an active CCNA Routing and Switching or any CCIE certification, and successfully pass three written examinations.

Click here to go to Certified Linux Administrator (LPIC-1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Certified Linux Administrator (LPIC-1) is the first certification in Linus Professional Insitute's multi-level Linux Professional certification program. The LPIC-1 validates a candidate's ability to perform maintenance tasks with the command line, install & configure a computer running Linux and be able to configure basic networking. To obtain the LPIC-1 certification, a candidate must pass two exams in which the candidate should be able to work at the Linux command line, perform easy maintenance tasks (help out users, add users to a larger system, backup and restore, shutdown and reboot), and install and configure a workstation (including X) and connect it to a LAN, or a stand-alone PC via modem to the Internet. There are no experience or education requirements that must be met prior to taking the exam(s). This certification is appropriate for any IT professional using the Linux operating system and its associated tools.

Click here to go to Certified Linux Engineer (LPIC-2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The Certified Linux Engineer (LPIC-2) is the second certification in Linux Professional Institute's multi-level professional certification program. The LPIC-2 will validate a candidate's ability to administer small to medium-sized mixed networks. Candidates must have an active LPIC-1 certification to receive LPIC-2 certification, but the LPIC-1 and LPIC-2 exams may be taken in any order. To obtain the LPIC-2 certification, a candidate must pass two exams in which the candidate should be able to administer a small to medium-sized site, plan, implement, maintain, keep consistent, secure, and troubleshoot a small mixed (MS, Linux) network, supervise assistants, and advise management on automation and purchases. There are no experience or education requirements that must be met prior to taking the exam(s).

Click here to go to Certified Internet Web Professional (CIW) Web Foundations Associate COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Not Renewable

Certified CIW Web Foundations Associates have validated their understanding of important technologies that affect virtually every business. This certification is ideal for all professionals who use the Internet on the job. To become a CIW Web Foundations Associate, the candidate must pass the CIW Web Foundations exam, and complete the CIW Certification Agreement. Training courses are offered but not required.

Click here to go to Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) is a performance-based test that measures actual competency on live systems. The RCHE exam Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) is an advanced level certification that demonstrates the knowledge, skill and ability required of senior system administrators for Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems. A candidate for the RHCE must first hold the RHCSA certification. There are no additional education or experience requirements.

Click here to go to Master ACE COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to RSA Certified Administrator COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to GIAC Certified UNIX Security Administrator (GCUX) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

Holders of the GIAC Certified UNIX System Administrators (GCUXs) have the knowledge, skills and abilities to secure and audit UNIX and Linux systems. This intermediate level certification is targeted towards individuals responsible for installing, configuring, and monitoring UNIX and/or Linux systems. To obtain the certification, candidates must pass one exam. Training is available but not required. There are no education or experience requirements that must be met before taking the exam.

Click here to go to GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN) certification is for individuals responsible for installing, configuring, and securing Microsoft Windows clients and servers. The GCWN certification indicates that an individual has the knowledge, skills and abilities to secure Microsoft Windows clients and servers, including technologies such as PKI, IPSec, Group Policy, AppLocker, and PowerShell. Candidates should have the knowledge and skills needed to configure and manage the security of Microsoft operating systems and applications, including: PKI, IPSec, Group Policy, AppLocker, DNSSEC, PowerShell, and hardening Windows against malware and persistent adversaries. Candidates should be familiar with Windows 7, Windows 10, Server 2012, and Server 2016. GIAC does not require any specific prerequisites to take the certification exam.

Click here to go to GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA) is an intermediate skill level certification targeted towards auditors who wish to demonstrate technical knowledge of the systems they are responsible for auditing. GSNAs have the knowledge, skills and abilities to apply basic risk analysis techniques and to conduct a technical audit of essential information systems. This certification is targeted toward experienced information security auditors and those who have information security management responsibilities. There are no prerequisites for the GSNA certification.

Click here to go to Certified Apprentice Webmaster (CAW-apprentice) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to WOW Certified Professional Web Administrator Associate (CWAA) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to WOW Certified Professional Web Designer (CPWDS) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to WOW Certified Professional Web Developer (CPWDV) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to WOW Certified Professional Webmaster (CPW) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to WOW Certified Professional Web Administrator (CPWA) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to WOW Certified Web Consultant - Small Business (CWCSB) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to WOW Certified Web Designer Associate (CWDSA) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to WOW Certified Web Developer Associate (CWDVA) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA) credential is a mid-career level credential for IT quality assurance professionals. Acquiring the designation of CSQA indicates a professional level of competence in the principles and practices of quality assurance in the IT profession. Candidates must have six years of experience or the equivalent experience and education as directed by QAI, and have recent work experience in the field. Candidates must pass a written examination.

Click here to go to Certified Software Tester (CSTE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Software Tester (CSTE) certification is mid-career level credential; the certification indicates a professional level of competence in the principles and practices of quality control in the IT profession. Candidates must have six years of experience or the equivalent experience and education as directed by QAI, and have recent work experience in the field.

Click here to go to Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) is an intermediate skill level certification for individuals involved in network and systems security administration who are responsible for developing the information security policies, standards, and procedures and managing their implementation across various hardware and software programs in their organization. The SSCP is targeted toward those working towards positions such as Network Security Engineers, Security Systems Analysts, or Security Administrators. It is also appropriate for personnel in other non-security disciplines that require an understanding of security but do not have information security as a primary part of their job description, including information systems auditors; application programmers; system, network and database administrators; business unit representatives, and systems analysts. Candidates must have at least one year of systems security-related work experience.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Routing and Switching COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Routing and Switching certification validates the skills required of expert-level network engineers to plan, operate and troubleshoot complex, converged network infrastructure. Candidates are encouraged to have three to five years of job experience. Candidates must pass a written qualification exam, which covers networking concepts and some equipment commands, and then must pass the corresponding hands-on lab exam, which tests the ability to configure actual equipment and troubleshoot the network in a timed test situation.

Click here to go to Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) is an advanced certification for the individual who designs, builds, and manages an enterprises information security. CISM focuses on information risk management as the basis of information security. It also includes material on broader issues such as how to govern information security as well as on practical issues such as developing and managing an information security program and managing incidents. This certification is targeted toward experienced information security managers and those who have information security management responsibilities. Five or more years of information security work experience, with a minimum of three years of information security management work experience is required.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security recognizes individuals who have the knowledge and skills to implement, maintain and support extensive Cisco Network Security Solutions using the latest industry best practices and technologies. Candidates are encouraged to have three to five years of job experience. Candidates must pass a written qualification exam, which covers networking concepts and some equipment commands, and then must pass a hands-on lab exam, which tests the ability to get a secure network running in a timed test situation.

Click here to go to GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks (GAWN) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks (GAWN) certification is an intermediate level certification for auditors, network administrators and penetration-testers who are responsible for assessing the security of wireless networks. The GAWN certification focuses on the different security mechanisms for wireless networks, the tools and techniques used to evaluate and exploit weaknesses, and techniques used to analyze wireless networks. There are no formal education or experience requirements associated with this certification. Training is available but not required.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Network Associate Security (CCNA Security) validates associate-level knowledge and skills required to secure Cisco networks, including the skills required to develop a security infrastructure, recognize threats and vulnerabilities to networks, and mitigate security threats. The Cisco CCNA Security curriculum emphasizes core security technologies, the installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices, and competency in the technologies that Cisco uses in its security structure. CCNA Security is targeted towards job roles such as Network Security Specialist, Security Administrator, or Network Security Support Engineer. There are no formal education or experience requirements, however candidates must hold a valid CCENT, CCNA Routing and Switching, or any CCIE certification to be eligible for the CCNA Security certification.

Click here to go to CIW Database Design Specialist COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to CIW Web Security Associate COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 2 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) is for expert-level network design engineers, expert-level network leads of IT infrastructure teams, and expert-level network leads of architecture teams working in job roles that require them to translate business needs, budget, and operational constraints into the design of a converged solution. There are no formal prerequisites for CCDE certification. Candidates are recommended to have at least 7 years of experience in Network Engineering or Advanced Network Design. Candidates must pass a 2-hour written qualification exam and an 8-hour practical exam. The written exam covers the topics of network design in the areas of routing, tunneling, Quality of Service (QoS), management cost, capacity, and security. The practical exam tests the candidate's ability to perform design analysis, justify design requirements, and develop a design implementation based on best practices. Only candidates that have a passing score on the CCDE Written Exam may register for the CCDE Practical Exam.

Click here to go to Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Associate COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Not Renewable

An Oracle database certification (Oracle Certified Associate - OCA) equips individuals to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and fine-tune all aspects of an Oracle database. Oracle certified database administrators keep an Oracle database environment running at maximum efficiency. The OCA is the entry-level certification in which candidates are expected to pass two exams, one related to SQL and one concentrated on database administration. An OCA is expected to have sufficient knowledge that will allow them to support database administrators or application developers in a somewhat junior role. There are no education or experience prerequisites. Training is recommended but not required.

Click here to go to Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Professional COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Not Renewable

An Oracle database certification equips individuals to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and fine-tune all aspects of an Oracle database. Oracle certified database administrators keep an Oracle database environment running at maximum efficiency. The Oracle Database Administrator Professional (OCP) is the next step up in a database administrator's path that requires the passing of one or more exams as well as having to attend an instructor led course (or an online one). Candidates must have already passed the OCA exams to register for the OCP. There are no education or experience prerequisites, although it is an intermediate level certification.

Click here to go to Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Master COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Not Renewable

An Oracle database certification equips individuals to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and fine-tune all aspects of an Oracle database. Oracle certified database administrators keep an Oracle database environment running at maximum efficiency. The OCM (Oracle Certified Master) is the top-tiered level of the DBA track. The Oracle Certified Master credential is for Oracle Certified Professionals with advanced training and are recommended to have at least 3 - 4 years of professional enterprise-level Oracle experience for Oracle Database 11g or Oracle Database 10g. To become an Oracle Certified Master a candidate must complete two required advanced DBA courses from Oracle University and pass an Oracle Certified Master exam. To be eligible to take the OCM exams a candidate must already have passed the Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Professional or Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional and have completed two approved advanced courses.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security) is a mid-level certification that validates the ability to plan, implement, verify and troubleshoot local and wide-area enterprise networks and work collaboratively with specialists on advanced security, voice, wireless and video solutions. CCNP Security is aligned to the job role of a Cisco Network Security Engineer responsible for security in routers, switches, networking devices and appliances, as well as choosing, deploying, supporting and troubleshooting firewalls, VPNS, and IDS/IPS solutions. Candidates must have a valid CCNA Security certification, or any CCIE Certification to be eligible for CCNP Security, and must successfully pass four examinations.

Click here to go to Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

A Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) certification is an entry level certification that measures actual competency via a performance-based evaluation of Red Hat Enterprise Linux system administration skills and knowledge. Candidates must pass a realistic performance-based lab exam that evaluates his/her ability to: understand and use essential tools, operate running systems, configure local storage, create and configure file systems, deploy/configure/maintain systems, manage users and groups, and manage security. There are no education or experience requirements and training is available but not required.

Click here to go to Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) certification is designed to validate an individual's competency in incorporating security into each phase of the software lifecycle to help mitigate threats. CSSLP holders have the knowledge and skills to break the penetrate and patch testing approach, reduce production costs, vulnerabilities and delivery delays, enhance the credibility of your organization and its development team, reduce loss of revenue and reputation due to a breach resulting from insecure software, and ensure compliance with government or industry regulations. CSSLP is for everyone involved in the Software Lifecycle with at least 4 years of experience.

Click here to go to Oracle Certified Expert, Java EE 6 Web Services Developer COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate Junos (JNCIA-Junos) COOL Snapshot page.

The Juniper Networks, Certified Internet Associate Junos (JNCIA-Junos) certification is designed for networking professionals with beginner-intermediate knowledge of networking. JNCIA-Junos candidates should have an understanding of networking fundamentals, as well as core functionality of the Juniper Networks Junos OS. JNCIA-Junos candidates must pass a written exam. There are no prerequisites required to take the exam.

Click here to go to Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP) COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) COOL Snapshot page.

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT) is an intermediate-level certification for individuals responsible for finding security vulnerabilities in web applications. GWAPTs understand web application exploits and penetration testing methodology. Candidates for the GWAPT are not required to meet formal education or experiential requirements, and though GIAC offers training, it is optional. GWAPT candidates are required to pass an exam.

Click here to go to Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows Server 2012 COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows Server 2012 is a foundation level certification that validates an individual's mastery of the primary set of Windows Server 2012 skills required to reduce IT costs and deliver more business value. Earning an MCSA: Windows Server 2012 certification qualifies an individual for a position as a network of computer systems administrator or as a computer network specialist. Candidates must pass three exams related to installing, configuring, and administering Windows Server 2012. There are no experience or educational requirements that must be met prior to taking the exams, however, it is recommended that candidates have at least one year of experience implementing and administering Windows Server 2012.

Click here to go to Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): SQL Server 2012/2014 COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Lifetime

The Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): SQL Server 2012/2014 credentials demonstrates an individual's skills and breakthrough insights in developing and maintaining the next wave of mission-critical environments. Earning an MCSA: SQL Server certification qualifies an individual for a position as a software as a database developer or database analyst. Candidates should possess foundational IT skills and have a minimum of two years of experience to sit for the three required exams.

Click here to go to GIAC Secure Software Programmer - .NET (GSSP-.NET) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Secure Software Programmer- .NET (GSSP-.NET) certification is aimed at individuals who are responsible for identifying shortfalls in security, coding secure software applications using .NET, and ensuring other programmers have adequate secure coding skills.  The GIAC Secure Software Programmers certification demonstrates mastery of the security knowledge and skills needed to avoid and correct common programming errors that lead to most security problems.  GIAC Certified Secure Software Programmers (GSSP) have the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to write secure code and recognize security shortcomings in existing code. GIAC does not require any specific prerequisites to take the certification exam.

Click here to go to GIAC Secure Software Programmer- Java (GSSP-JAVA) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) Secure Software Programmer (GSSP-JAVA) certification allows candidates to demonstrate mastery of the security knowledge and skills needed to identify and correct common programming errors that lead to most security problems. Individuals who are responsible for coding secure software applications, identifying shortfalls in the security knowledge of other programmers, ensuring other programmers have adequate secure coding skills, and advanced secure programming skills seek GSSP-JAVA certification. GIAC Certified secure software programmers (GSSP) have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to write secure code and recognize security shortcomings in existing code.

Click here to go to Oracle Certified Associate, Oracle Solaris 11 System Administrator COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Not Renewable

The Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) Solaris 11 System Administrator certification is designed to begin with individuals who possess a strong foundation in the administration of the Oracle Solaris 11 Operating System at the entry level. The OCA certification covers essential system administration skills such as managing local disk devices, managing file systems, installing and removing Solaris packages and patches, performing system boot procedures and system processes. Certification provides a solid foundation on which to base continued learning. Up-to-date training and field experience are recommended. Candidates are required to pass an exam to obtain the certification.

Click here to go to Oracle Certified Professional, Solaris 11 System Administrator COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Not Renewable

The Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) Solaris 11 System Administrator certification is designed for individuals at the professional level who have expanded their mastery of the administration of the Oracle Solaris 11 Operating System from the base-level of skills and have a fundamental understanding of the UNIX operating system, commands, and utilities. The OCP certification covers system administration skills such as configuring network interfaces, managing swap configurations, crash dumps, and core files. Certification provides a solid foundation on which to base continued learning. Up-to-date training and field experience are recommended. Candidates are required to be certified at the Oracle Certified Associate level before they are begin the OCP certification process. Candidates must also complete one of the online or in class instructor led training courses. Once the training course is completed, candidates are required to pass an exam to obtain the certification.

Click here to go to Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Associate COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Not Renewable

An Oracle Certified Associate (OCA) 12c Database Administrators certification emphasizes the full set of skills that DBAs need in today's competitive marketplace. The certification assesses the most important skills DBAs need for daily operational management and maintenance. The process of becoming Oracle Database certified broadens your knowledge and skills by exposing you to a wide array of important database features, functions and tasks. Candidates must pass two multiple choice exams.

Click here to go to Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Professional COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: Not Renewable

An Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) 12c Database Administrator certification emphasizes the full set of skills that DBAs need in today's competitive marketplace. This intermediate certification builds upon the competencies in the Oracle Database 12c OCA certification by including the advanced knowledge and skills required of top-performing database administrators, including development and deployment of backup, recovery and Cloud computing strategies. The process of becoming Oracle Database certified broadens your knowledge and skills by exposing you to a wide array of important database features, functions and tasks. The Oracle Database Administrator Professional (OCP) is the next step up in a database administrator's path that requires the passing of one or more exams as well as having to attend an instructor led course (or an online one). Candidates must have already passed the OCA exams to register for the OCP. There are no education or experience prerequisites, although it is an intermediate level certification.

Click here to go to Certified Associate in Software Quality (CASQ) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Associate in Software Quality (CASQ) credential is an entry level certification that demonstrates a professional level of competence in the principles and practices of quality assurance in the IT profession. Applicants must have three years of experience in the IT testing field or the equivalent in education and experience as determined by QAI. To earn the certification, applicants must pass a written exam. Recertification is required after three years. For more information, see the agency's website.

Click here to go to Certified Manager of Software Quality (CMSQ) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Manager of Software Quality (CMSQ) credential is a management-level certification for the software quality assurance field. The CMSQ certification establishes a worldwide standard for the assessment of the capabilities and competencies of software quality assurance professionals that are working at, or soon will work at the software quality assurance management level. Acquiring the designation of CMSQ indicates a level of professional competence in both the principles and practices of software quality assurance, demonstrating the skills and capabilities necessary to manage the software quality assurance function. Candidates must have eight years of experience or the equivalent experience and education as directed by QAI, and currently work in the field. QAI strongly recommends that candidates, at the time of application, hold a Certified Software Quality Analyst (CSQA) certification.

Click here to go to Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Associate in Software Testing (CAST) credential demonstrates a foundation-level understanding of quality testing principles and practices. Acquiring the designation of CAST indicates a professional level of competence in the principles and practices of software testing in the IT profession. Applicants must have three years of experience in the information services field or the equivalent in education and experience as determined by QAI. Applicants must pass a written exam to earn the certification and renewal is required every three years.

Click here to go to CompTIA Cloud+ ce COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The CompTIA Cloud+ certification validates the skills and expertise of IT practitioners in implementing and maintaining cloud technologies. CompTIA Cloud+ covers competency in configuration and deployment, security, maintenance, management and troubleshooting. It is recommended, although not required, that candidates have 24 to 36 months of work experience in networking, storage or IT data center administration, familiarity with any major hypervisor technologies for server virtualization, knowledge of cloud service model and deployment model definition, and hands-on experience with at least one public cloud platform.

Click here to go to Internet Protocol Engineering Professional (IPEP) COOL Snapshot page.

The Internet Protocol Engineer (IPE) is an advanced-level credential for engineers who assess network structure, scalability, security, reliability, and capacity planning. This engineer may have responsibility for the design, expansion, testing, and migration onto IP networks for access in metropolitan and regional networks. This individual may provide expert technical advice and support for real time analysis, control, and operation of the IP services and systems. Operational support includes hardware and software changes, data collection for troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, performing complex network level fault isolation, HFC/DOCSIS network design, IP routing architecture design, traffic analysis, and future network enhancement planning and design.

Click here to go to DEP-DOCSIS Engineering Professional (DEP) COOL Snapshot page.

The DOCSIS Engineering Professional certification is an advanced-level credential for engineers who evaluate, test, and analyze DOCSIS hardware and software components for new product offerings, network growth and/or customer-specific applications. This position may plan, design, and test complex video, voice, and data networks, including individual components and interoperability of multiple network elements from different vendors. This individual may provide expert technical advice and support for real time analysis, control, and operation of required services and systems. Operational support may include hardware and software changes, data collection for troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, performing complex network level fault isolation, HFC/DOCSIS network design, and future network enhancement planning and design.

Click here to go to Adobe Certified Expert: Adobe Campaign Classic Developer COOL Snapshot page.

The Adobe Certified Expert: Campaign Developer credential is a mid-level certification recommended for professional with a minimum of 3 year of specialized programming experience. Adobe recommends that this includes at least 3 years of work experience in SQL development including ETL, at least 3 years of scripting/programming experience (prefer JavaScript), a minimum of 3 years of Enterprise Software implementation, and a minimum 1 year experience working with XML and HTML. Professionals seeking this certification are able to deliver customized Campaign implementations that meet business requirements and customer needs. Applicants should be capable of articulating and conveying technical concepts to a mixed (technical and business) audience, and also have a basic knowledge of web service and project management. The certification does not expire, although ACE exams are continually evaluated and updated to ensure the content remains relevant.

Click here to go to Adobe Certified Expert: Adobe Experience Manager Architect COOL Snapshot page.

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Click here to go to Adobe Certified Expert: Adobe Illustrator CC 2015 COOL Snapshot page.

The Adobe Certified Expert: Adobe Illustrator CC 2015 Exam tests a candidate's knowledge of creating and editing vector graphics. This includes preparing graphics for print, Web, and mobile platforms. The typical candidate has over three years’ experience as a graphic designer or illustrator, with experience in conceptual design and creation of final artwork for print and interactive output. This candidate can efficiently create 2D illustrations, text treatments, and precise vector layouts. Candidates must pass a two part written exam.

Click here to go to Cisco Certified Network Associate Collaboration (CCNA Collaboration) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The Cisco Certified Network Association Collaboration (CCNA Collaboration) certification is for network video engineers, IP telephony and IP network engineers who want to develop and advance their collaboration and video skills in line with the convergence of voice, video, data and mobile applications. There are no prerequisites for this certification. Candidates must successfully pass two exams for certification.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Cisco Certified Network Professional Collaboration (CCNP Collaboration) is for collaboration and unified communications network engineers who want develop advanced collaboration skills designing, deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting Cisco Collaboration and Unified communications applications, devices and networks, the Cisco CCNP Collaboration certification is a job-role focused training and certification program that will expand your skills and ability to deliver business value. Candidates must have a valid CCNA Collaboration certification or any Cisci CCIE/CCDE certification as a prerequisite. Candidates must successfully pass four exams to achieve certification.

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Renewal Period: 2 years

The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert Collaboration (CCIE Collaboration) certification is for Collaboration Architects, Unified Communications Architects, or Voice and Video Network Managers who are responsible for the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of complex collaboration solutions. The certification is an expert-level certification that ensures candidates gain knowledge and experience in collaboration solutions integration and interoperation, configuration, and troubleshooting in complex networks and the challenges of video, mobility, and presence as the foundation for workplace collaboration solutions. There are no formal prerequisites for CCIE certification. Other professional certifications or training courses are not required. Candidates must first pass a written qualification exam and then the corresponding hands-on lab exam. Candidates are expected to have an in-depth understanding of the topics on the exams and strongly encouraged to have three to five years of job experience before attempting certification.

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The Red Hat, Certified Architect (RHCA) is an advanced-level IT certification. RHCAs are Red Hat Certified Engineers (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified JBoss Developers who attained Red Hat's most advanced level of certification by passing and keeping current five hands-on exams on Red Hat technologies from the respective areas of expertise. Candidates who pass more than five are eligible to reach higher levels of RHCA. Red Hat requires that RHCA candidates pass prerequisite exams.

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The Quality Assurance Institute (QAI), Certified Manager of Software Testing (CMST) certification is for software testing professionals currently working at the software testing management level. CMST applicants must meet one of the following three eligibility requirement options: hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college-level institution and have four years of experience in the software testing field, hold an associate degree and have six years of experience in the software testing field, or have eight years of experience in the software testing field. It is recommended, but not required, that applicants hold an active QAI Certified Software Tester (CSTE) certification. Applicants must also pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) certification is ideal for candidates early in their Linux system administration or open source career. The exam consists of performance-based items that simulate on-the-job tasks and scenarios faced by sysadmins in the real world. Obtaining certification allows individuals to validate their skills to prospective employers, which is particularly valuable if you have little on-the-job experience. There are no pre-requisites for this exam. Candidates must pass an online, proctored, performance-based exam that requires solving multiple issues from a command line running Linux.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE) is the ideal certification for the Linux engineer with at least three to five years of Linux experience. It is designed for the engineer looking to demonstrate a higher level of skill set to help qualify for a promotion or land a new, more advanced job. The exam is performance-based on the command-line, and includes items simulating on-the-job scenarios. There are no pre-requisites for this exam. Candidates must pass a performance-based exam.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Network Professional Service Provider (CCNP SP) certification is for service provider network engineers, systems engineers, and network specialists who are responsible for delivering a scalable carrier-grade infrastructure capable of rapid expansion to support ongoing introduction of new managed services and other customer requirements. Candidates must have a valid Cisco CCNA Service Provider, or valid Cisco CCIP, or any Cisco CCIE as a prerequisite for the required exams.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Cisco Certified Network Associate Cloud (CCNA Cloud) certification is a job role focused certification and training program that helps Cloud engineers, Cloud Administrators, and Network Engineers to develop, advance, and validate their cloud skill set, and enables them to help their IT organization meet changing business demands from technology transitions. There are no prerequisites for this certification.  Candidates must successfully complete two written exams to achieve certification.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Network Associate Data Center (CCNA Data Center) certification provides the confidence and nimbleness needed to install, configure, and maintain data center technology. Candidates should have knowledge in data center infrastructure, data center networking concepts and technologies, storage networking, unified computing, network virtualization, data center automation and orchestration, and Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI). There are no prerequisites to sit for the required exams.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Network Associate Service Provider (CCNA SP) certification is for service provider network engineers, technicians and designers who focus on the latest in Service Provider industry core networking technologies and trends. With the ability to configure, implement, and troubleshoot baseline Cisco Service Provider Next-Generation networks, CCNA SP certified individuals deploy, maintain and improve carrier-grade network infrastructures. There are no prerequisites to sit for the required exams.

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The Oracle Corporation, Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 Programmer certification is for individuals with a foundational understanding of Java. To earn the Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 Programmer certification, candidates must take and pass the Java SE Programmer I exam. Gaining the certification is the first of two steps in demonstrating the high-level skills needed to become a professional Java developer.

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The Oracle Corporation, Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 8 Programmer certification is for individuals with the high-level skills required to be a professional Java developer. To earn the Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE 8 Programmer certification, candidates must possess the Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 Programmer certification and take and pass the Java SE Programmer II exam.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Technician Data Center (CCT Data Center) covers remedial services (HW break fix) on Cisco Data Center products, including hardware replacement, software and configuration backup and restore, check safety and environmental requirement, recognize connection type and cable requirement, and perform basic physical layer troubleshooting. The Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) should be competent in the following areas; basic Cisco NX-OS configuration, Cisco Data Center products and hardware components. There are no prerequisites to sit for the exam.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

Cisco Systems, Inc., Cisco Certified Technician Routing and Switching (CCT Routing and Switching) certification focuses on the skills required for onsite support and maintenance of Cisco routers, switches, and operating environments. Technicians in this area must be able to identify Cisco router and switch models, accessories, cabling, and interfaces; understand the Cisco IOS software operating modes and identify commonly found software; and be able to use the Cisco Command Line Interface (CLI) to connect and service products. Achieving Cisco Certified Technician Routing and Switching certification is considered the best foundation for supporting other Cisco devices and systems. There are no prerequisites to sit for the exam.

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The Juniper Networks, Certified Internet Specialist - Enterprise Routing and Switching Specialist (JNCIS-ENT) certification is designed for experienced networking professionals with beginner to intermediate knowledge of routing and switching implementations in Junos. JNCIS-ENT candidates should have a basic understanding of routing and switching technologies and related platform configuration and troubleshooting skills. To earn the JNCIS-ENT, candidates must hold the Certified Internet Associate Junos (JNCIA-Junos) certification and pass a written exam.

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The Juniper Networks, Certified Internet Professional - Enterprise Routing and Switching Professional (JNCIP-ENT) certification is for individuals who possess an understanding of networking technology in general and Juniper Networks enterprise routing and switching platforms. To earn the JNCIP-ENT, candidates must hold the Certified Internet Specialist - Enterprise Routing and Switching (JNCIS-ENT) certification and pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: Lifetime

Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows Server 2016 qualifies candidates for a position as a network or computer systems administrator or as a computer network specialist, and it is the first step on the path to becoming a Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE). Candidates must pass three exams: Installation, Storage, and Computer with Windows Server 2016 (740), Networking with Windows Server 2016 (741), and Identity with Windows Server 2016 (742). There are no prerequisites to sit for the exams.

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