{"id":13428,"date":"2021-11-16T14:08:32","date_gmt":"2021-11-16T14:08:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/?p=13428"},"modified":"2023-02-28T07:59:39","modified_gmt":"2023-02-28T07:59:39","slug":"how-to-become-a-cloud-architect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/how-to-become-a-cloud-architect\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Become A Cloud Architect &#8211; A Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Cloud computing has gained immense popularity over the years. With advancements in technology, several organizations are opting to instill cloud computing into their framework. The term cloud computing refers to a set of computing services like data storage, servers, databases, software, and networking which is delivered over the internet. Businesses that use cloud computing have reaped the benefits of reduced costs and increased productivity. Such benefits can be realized with the assistance of cloud architects.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-become-a-cloud-architect.png\" alt=\"cloud architect, \n\" class=\"wp-image-13430\" width=\"552\" height=\"416\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to Become a Cloud Architect<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Jump ahead to<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d727306373c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #495393;color:#495393\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #495393;color:#495393\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69d727306373c\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/how-to-become-a-cloud-architect\/#Who_is_a_Cloud_Architect\" >Who is a Cloud Architect?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/how-to-become-a-cloud-architect\/#How_to_become_a_Cloud_Architect\" >How to become a Cloud Architect?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/how-to-become-a-cloud-architect\/#Acquire_the_skills\" >Acquire the skills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/how-to-become-a-cloud-architect\/#Gain_education\" >Gain education<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/how-to-become-a-cloud-architect\/#Acquire_experience\" >Acquire experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/how-to-become-a-cloud-architect\/#Get_certified\" >Get certified<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-is-a-cloud-architect\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_a_Cloud_Architect\"><\/span>Who is a Cloud Architect?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A cloud architect is an individual who is well-versed in managing an organization\u2019s cloud computing system. Such professionals are programmed to work in organizations irrespective of the industry. Cloud professionals or architects have a unique place in the IT department of the organization. They engage in creating a team for developing applications within the organization&#8217;s cloud computing system. In addition, cloud architects indulge in monitoring the cloud activities of the organization along with various other roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-become-a-cloud-architect\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_become_a_Cloud_Architect\"><\/span>How to become a Cloud Architect?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-acquire-the-skills\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acquire_the_skills\"><\/span>Acquire the skills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The role of a cloud architect is not an entry-level post. so, individuals need to earn the necessary skillset, own a degree and certification to pursue the role of cloud architect. The preliminary skills required to be a cloud architect include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In-depth understanding of the operating system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Familiarity with networking concepts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Knowledge of various programming languages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Command over various tools<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Along with these skills an aspiring cloud architect needs to have technical expertise in IT to work within a cloud computing environment. Some of these advanced IT skills include data storage fundamentals, security foundations, and cloud-specific technologies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gain-education\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gain_education\"><\/span>Gain education<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aspiring cloud architects need to acquire a bachelor\u2019s degree or master\u2019s degree in computer science. While some organizations prefer a master&#8217;s degree, others look at the skills acquired. As a result, a strong foundation of programming languages can add value while becoming a cloud architect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-acquire-experience\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acquire_experience\"><\/span>Acquire experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The position of a cloud architect is a mid-level career (Read <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/how-to-start-my-career-in-aws\/\">How to start my career in AWS<\/a><\/strong>). This forces professionals to acquire experience before pursuing the role of a cloud architect.  In order to gain on-the-job experience, professionals need to fill entry-level IT positions available in the organization and work their way up. This helps professionals to gain experience in the IT sector along with other personal development skills like leadership and communication. A cloud architect needs to have solid communication skills to lead the team of professionals engaged in handling cloud computing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-get-certified\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_certified\"><\/span>Get certified<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Owning a professional certification assists aspiring cloud architects to land their dream jobs easily. There are <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/aws-certifications-list\/\">several prestigious certifications<\/a><\/strong> available for cloud architects which assist in climbing the career ladder easily. Also, it is easier for large entities to look for certified professionals who possess advanced skillset among the crowd of regular professionals. so, let us have a look at a few of these certifications in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>AWS Solutions Architect Certification<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/aws-solutions-architect-associate-training\/\">AWS Solutions certification<\/a> <\/strong>helps aspiring cloud architects to acquire the skills of designing and implementing cloud computing on AWS. The certification can be pursued by individuals who have one year or more of experience in AWS technology.  To describe further professionals need to have experience in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using computing, networking, database, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/aws-developer-associate-training\/\">AWS deployment<\/a><\/strong>, and management services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deploying and operating workload on AWS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applying AWS management console and AWS Command Line Interface<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identifying which AWS meets the technical requirement for a given project<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>On meeting these prerequisites, aspirants can take up the exam and acquire the necessary passing score to obtain the certification.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Azure Solutions Architect Certification<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This certification can be pursued by individuals who are interested in designing and implementing cloud solutions that run on Microsoft azure. Professionals owning the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/gr\/azure-solution-architect-boot-camp\/athens\">Microsoft Azure Certification<\/a><\/strong> gain credibility in the field of cloud computing. There are two exams that have to be taken up by individuals pursuing the certification. AZ 300 Exam covers the technologies to be mastered by aspiring cloud architects. AZ 301 Exam focuses on the architect design of cloud computing services offered by Microsoft Azure. Aspirants need to have strong experience in deploying solutions on Azure to pursue the certification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aspiring cloud architects can undergo the respective training programs in order to acquire these renowned certifications. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/aws-architect-bootcamp-training\/\">AWS Solutions Architect Certification Training<\/a><\/strong> is provided for 4 days. During the course of training, aspirants gain real-time insights into the field through highly qualified trainers. This enables them to acquire and apply industry best practices of cloud computing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Certification Training is provided for 5 days. Aspirants master the various cloud computing skills during the training program. At the end of the training course, aspirants can take up the exam conducted in online mode. Professionals scoring the required passing marks can obtain their certification from Microsoft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acquiring either of these internationally recognized cloud certifications (Read in detail <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/unichrone.com\/blog\/cloud-computing\/aws-vs-azure-security-comparison\/\">AWS vs Azure Security Comparison<\/a><\/strong>) makes it one-notch easier for professionals to pursue their careers as cloud architects on a global scale.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cloud computing has gained immense popularity over the years. With advancements in technology, several organizations are opting to instill cloud computing into their framework. 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