InfoWorld featured insights from DataBank’s Jen Curry in a comprehensive guide exploring cloud certifications that help technology professionals advance their careers and stand out in competitive hiring processes. The article examined how certifications from major providers including AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud serve as critical screening tools for hiring managers seeking candidates with specific technical expertise.
Curry explained that cloud certifications accelerate the hiring process by enabling managers to quickly identify candidates with required competencies. When combined with technical assessments, certifications provide a more accurate picture of a candidate’s capabilities while demonstrating their commitment to professional development and ability to work effectively with cloud technologies.
“Cloud certifications can speed up the hiring process because they help us screen candidates for roles that require certain degrees of technical expertise. Used in conjunction with technical tests, they provide a more accurate picture of the competencies a candidate has.”
— Jen Curry, Senior Vice President of Managed Services, DataBank
The article also highlighted how different cloud certifications reflect strengths in specific areas, helping organizations allocate human resources effectively. For example, cloud architect roles typically prioritize certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect, while security-focused positions value credentials such as AWS Certified Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer.
Read the complete InfoWorld guide to in-demand cloud certifications and career advancement strategies.
