These certifications pave the way for a higher salary.
The highest-paying IT certification in the United States shows that people are paying more and more attention to cloud computing and network security. IT professionals with expertise in these technical fields are in high demand and demand the most top salary in the industry.
Top-paying certifications:
1.AWS Certified Solutions Architect-Associate—$149,446
2.CISM–Certified Information Security Manager—$148,622
3.PMP®–Project Management Professional—$143,493
4.CISSP–Certified Information Systems Security Professional—$141,452
5.CCNP Routing and Switching—$119,178
AWS Certified Solutions Architect–Associate
Average salary: $149,446
Three out of every four cloud architects receive one of the first two certifications on this list, and 28% of them have it! AWS solution architects have jumped two since 2019, and once again proved that it is one of the most popular and lucrative cloud certifications in IT.
AWS Solutions Architect–The assistant verified personal expertise in designing and deploying scalable systems on AWS. It is ideal for those who create cloud infrastructure, reference architectures, or implement policies and applications.
To obtain this certification, you must pass the AWS Certified Solutions Architect Assistant (SAA-C01) exam. You must first obtain AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification. AWS also recommends that you have one year of hands-on experience in designing systems on AWS before taking this exam.
AWS Solutions Architect-Association is a prerequisite for AWS Solutions Architect-Professional. AWS Solutions Architect-Professional is expected to be the most popular cloud certification for our survey respondents this year.
CISM–Certified Information Security Manager
Average salary: $148,622
This year’s highest-paid cybersecurity certification is ISACA’s Certified Information Security Manager. CISM validates the skills required to manage, design, and evaluate enterprise information security.
CISM is an essential certification for individuals wishing to transition from a safety technology expert to a safety manager. It confirms the high-level technical capabilities and qualifications of senior talent leadership and management roles. CISM is the third most popular certification among IT professionals with more than 20 years of work experience.
To obtain this certification, you must pass the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) exam, which includes four domains:
Information Security Governance
Information Risk Management
Information Security Program Development and Management
Information Security Incident Management
PMP®–Project Management Professional
Average salary: $143,493
PMP is created and managed by the Project Management Association (PMI®) and is the most important industry-recognized certification for project managers. It provides employers and clients with a certain degree of assurance that the project manager has the experience and knowledge to define, plan, and deliver projects adequately. The PMP voucher is usually a critical factor in deciding who entrusts a crucial organizational project plan.
PMP certification depends on two factors: project management experience and passing the PMP exam. To obtain certification, individuals must receive 35 hours of PMP related training. Besides, those without a bachelor’s degree must have 7,500 hours of project management experience, while those with a bachelor’s degree or higher require 4,500 hours.49% of IT professionals planning to obtain project management certification this year are seeking PMP.
CISSP–Certified Information Systems Security Professional
Average salary: $141,452
The (ISC) 2 certificate certifies cybersecurity expertise and years of experience. Comparing your CISSP with a master’s degree in IT security can prove that you have the conditions necessary to effectively design, implement, and manage a first-class cybersecurity program.
The CISSP exam is based around eight domains in computer security:
Security and Risk Management
Asset Security
Security Architecture and Engineering
Communication and Network Security
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Security Assessment and Testing
Security Operations
Software Development Security
To obtain this certification, you also need to have at least five years of paid related work experience in at least two CISSP domains. If you lack the necessary knowledge and can still take the certification exam, you have up to six years to gain the required experience.
CCNP Routing and Switching
Average salary: $119,178
This professional-level Cisco certification demonstrates the ability to plan, implement, verify, and troubleshoot local and WAN enterprise networks. The certification is designed for network engineers and administrators who work with experts in advanced security, voice, wireless, and video solutions.
From February 23, 2020, Cisco will launch a new certification framework, in which CCNP Enterprise will replace CCNP routing and switching. The CCNP routing and exchange exam will no longer be provided. Still, those who have obtained the Cisco certification will have an easy-to-follow migration plan to ensure that they receive the honor of completed work and certificates.
For all new CCNP certifications, candidates must pass two exams-a core exam and a concentration exam in the technical field.
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