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10 TOP-PAYING IT CERTIFICATIONS

Date: April 27, 2023 Author: Global Knowledge
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IN THIS ARTICLE:



 * CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
 * AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
 * CISM – Certified Information Security Manager
 * AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate
 * Google Cloud – Professional Cloud Security Engineer
 * Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate
 * PRINCE2 Foundation
 * Google Cloud – Cloud Digital Leader
 * Google Cloud – Professional Data Engineer
 * Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate

 


TOO BUSY TO READ THE BLOG?

Recruiting and retaining top talent in the IT industry has become increasingly
tough amid a rapidly changing labor market and higher competition for skilled,
certified professionals.

As the skills gap continues to impact businesses in critical areas like cloud,
data science and cybersecurity, organizations seek out those professionals with
reputable credentials that validate their experience and capability. In turn,
these certified professionals tend to enjoy more leverage in the marketplace
because they’ve earned certifications recognized as trustworthy affirmations of
their skills.

The certifications listed here are among those in IT that earn professionals the
highest salaries reported in the industry. This list is the result of thousands
of IT professionals graciously participating in Skillsoft’s annual IT Skills and
Salary survey. The survey is distributed to IT professionals worldwide by
Skillsoft, technology providers and vendors, certification bodies, and
individuals.

The cumulative results are fascinating insights into the value of skills and
certifications. This year in EMEA, 2,552 professionals took the survey. That’s
how we’ve arrived at this list.

Read the full report with all insights and comprehensive findings in the 2022 IT
Skills and Salary Report.

Below, you’ll find 10 of the highest paying certifications in EMEA. In this
year’s list, you’ll see a trend similar to last year, with continued emphasis on
cloud and cybersecurity certifications — likely due to the sustained demand for
professionals with these skills.

“This year’s list is notable first by what topics continue to be hot this year –
cloud foremost, supplemented by a couple of key certifications in cybersecurity
and data,” says Michael Yoo, Customer Market Leader - T&D at Skillsoft. “Not
surprising, given how nearly every company in every industry of every size in
every geography is relying upon cloud computing to power their technology
strategy.”

While the data shows these certifications have higher salaries associated with
them, it’s important to remember salaries are the culmination of several
factors, including the ability to apply your certified skills at work, job role,
continuous professional development, tenure, and hard work. Furthermore, it’s
good to keep in mind that salaries can largely depend on where you work in EMEA.
In the 2022 IT Skills & Salary Report, you can find which countries lead in
salary.

The list also provides a snapshot of the typical person holding a certification,
including the average number of certifications held, the most popular
cross-certification, if they hold cybersecurity-related certifications, if they
are in management, and their average age. In order for certifications to make
the list, they must have had at least 40 responses in the survey. See more on
our methodology at the very end of this blog.

 


#1 CISSP – CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROFESSIONAL


$104,863

While last year this certification ranked second, this year the CISSP ranks
first in the list of top-paying IT certifications – with a 10% gain in salary.
It’s no surprise information security ranks high, as cybersecurity professionals
are high in-demand and (ISC)2’s certifications are known as the gold standard in
the industry worldwide.

Earning the CISSP certification has been compared to earning a master’s degree
in IT security, as it proves professionals have what it takes to effectively
design, implement, and manage a cybersecurity program.

The CISSP exam is based around eight domains in information security:

 1. Security and Risk Management
 2. Asset Security
 3. Security Architecture and Engineering
 4. Communication and Network Security
 5. Identity and Access Management (IAM)
 6. Security Assessment and Testing
 7. Security Operations
 8. Software Development Security

To achieve this certification, candidates also need at least five years of paid,
relevant work experience in two or more of the CISSP domains.

If you lack the necessary experience, you can still take the certification exam
and become an Associate of (ISC)2 if you pass. Then, you’ll have up to six years
to obtain the required experience to earn your CISSP.


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#2 AWS CERTIFIED SOLUTIONS ARCHITECT – PROFESSIONAL


$100,719

Cloud computing skills are in demand – 43% of IT decision makers are investing
in cloud computing and 29% report cloud computing is one of the hardest areas to
fill positions.

Second on the list is the AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional. This
AWS certification proves you have advanced knowledge of AWS solutions and the
skills to solve complex problems, optimize security, save costs, improve
performance and automate manual processes.

A candidate will need two or more years of experience in designing and deploying
cloud architecture on AWS. And, according to AWS, candidates should have the
following:

 * Familiarity with AWS CLI, AWS APIs, AWS CloudFormation templates, the AWS
   Billing Console, and more
 * Serve as a subject matter expert on enterprise, architectural design and
   determine cloud application requirements
 * Comfort designing hybrid architectures, using a continuous deployment process


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#3 CISM – CERTIFIED INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGER


$97,304

ISACA’s Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification has made
appearances on this list several times. In the years that followed, it’s kept a
presence on the top-paying list at varying positions.

CISM sustains its presence this year for good reason. Cybersecurity continues to
remain a top priority for organizations who must protect sensitive data from
ceaseless threat actors. This certification signals to organizations and
industry peers that a professional can lead security teams and efforts
effectively.

CISM validates the ability to manage, design and assess an enterprise’s
information security. It proves expertise in these domains: information security
governance, information security risk management, information security program,
and incident management.

To earn this certification, professionals must first have five years of
professional work experience in the required domains before they can sit the
exam, which costs $575 USD for ISACA members and $760 USD for non-members.


TAKE THE NEXT STEP

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#4 AWS CERTIFIED SYSOPS ADMINISTRATOR – ASSOCIATE


$87,541

As mentioned earlier, cloud computing skills are in demand. This associate
certification is a fantastic starting point for your AWS cloud computing career.

The AWS Certified SysOps administrator – associate certification shows that you
have the skills to implement cloud initiatives and you know how to deploy,
manage, and operate workloads on AWS.

To pass for the exam, the candidate needs to have the knowledge to pass the
written tests and the skills to build solutions in exam labs. Prior experience
in cloud computing is highly recommended for this AWS certification.


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#5 GOOGLE CLOUD – PROFESSIONAL CLOUD SECURITY ENGINEER


$87,351

With the increasing demand of cloud computing, it’s no surprise to find the
cloud security engineer on this list. This role is critical for organizations
using Google Cloud solutions, because the Cloud Security Engineer designs,
develops and managers a secure infrastructure needed for today’s business
processes and operations.

The candidate is required to have expertise on cloud security, identity and
access management, defining structure and policies, using Google technologies to
provide data protection and collecting and analyzing Google Cloud platform logs.
It is recommended to have at least one year experience in using google Cloud
solutions as well as three years of industry experience. Achieving this
certifications shows the candidate’s expertise in the Google Cloud Platform and
cloud security.


TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Learn More About This Certification

 


#6 MICROSOFT CERTIFIED: AZURE DATA SCIENTIST ASSOCIATE


$84,040

In today’s digital world using incredible amounts of data, data scientists have
become key in achieving business goals. Data science is among the top five areas
IT decision makers are investing in next year, showing how great of an
opportunity it is for professionals seeking a career in this field.

This certification demonstrates a professional’s ability to design and prepare
machine learning solutions and workloads on Azure, as well as exploring,
preparing and deploying data models.

To earn this certification, individuals must pass the DP-100 exam. It’s
recommended that professionals having experience with Azure before attempting
this exam.


TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Learn More About This Certification

Learn more about Azure Fundamentals

 


#7 PRINCE2 FOUNDATION


$83,279

With more than one million certified professionals globally, PRINCE2 is an
internationally recognized project management method that’s scalable and can be
used for any project.

To ensure any project’s success, PRINCE2 was developed according to the
principles, themes and processes that professionals use to effectively manage
projects.

The PRINCE2 Foundation certification measures the candidate’s knowledge of the
PRINCE2 method so that the candidate is able to work in a project management
team.

It’s meant for those who either are or plan to become a project manager, as well
as those who support the delivery of projects. The Foundation certification is a
prerequisite for the Practitioner certification.


TAKE THE NEXT STEP

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#8 GOOGLE CLOUD - CLOUD DIGITAL LEADER


$83,116

The Cloud Digital Leader (CDL) certification was released in 2021 as a
foundational-level certification that validates a professional’s knowledge of
the Google Cloud Platform, its services, and capabilities in supporting an
organization’s cloud initiatives. It may also benefit those in a business-facing
role, who work collaboratively with technical professionals, or those who work
with multiple cloud providers and must understand the services of each.

To earn this certification, professionals must familiarize themselves with these
areas:

 * Digital transformation with Google Cloud
 * Infrastructure and application modernization
 * Innovating with data and Google Cloud
 * Google Cloud security and operations

The exam costs $99 and gives professionals 90 minutes to complete the questions.
There are no prerequisites for this exam.


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#9 GOOGLE CLOUD – PROFESSIONAL DATA ENGINEER


$82,810

Data-driven decision making is made possible by data engineers who can transform
terabytes of data to valuable, comprehensive insights. Earning this
certification requires several years of professional experience, some of which
should be with Google Cloud specifically. A data engineer must know how to build
and management data processing systems.


TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Learn More About This Certification

 


#10 MICROSOFT CERTIFIED: AZURE DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR ASSOCIATE


$82,224

This certification shows the practical skills and experience to implement and
manage the operational aspects of cloud-native and hybrid data platform
solutions built with Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft Azure Data Services.

For this certification, candidates should have a thorough grasp of the concepts
covered in the Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals course and exam.


TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Learn More About Azure Certifications

 


CERTIFICATIONS THAT JUST MISSED THE CUT


ITIL PRACTIONER


$94,428

The ITIL Practitioner is an expired ITIL®v3 certification that shows a
professional’s advanced, practical skills in guiding businesses to adopt and
adapt the ITIL framework for meeting business goals. It has now been replaced
with ITIL® 4, which is designed to help IT professionals support organisations
in their digital business operations and helps them stay flexible in a changing
and complex market. By considering the impact of technology on business and how
the framework integrates with Agile, DevOp and supports digital transformation
(AXELOS), ITIL® 4 is a great certification for any business and IT professional.

Unsure which ITIL® certification is right for your next step? There are five
levels within the certification scheme. Click here to learn more and find the
course that’s right for you.


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Learn More About ITIL Certifications

 


CISCO CERTIFIED DESIGN ASSOCIATE EXAM


$91,429

While the Cisco Certified Design Associate no longer exists, its equivalent the
CCNA tests the candidates ability to install, configure, and operate a small to
medium-sized network. On top of that, the CCNA exam also tests your knowledge in
network fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security
fundamentals, and automation and programmability.

While experience with Cisco is recommended, there are no prerequisites for this
exam. If you’re interested in a career in networking solutions, the CCNA and
DevOps Associate certifications are great certifications to demonstrate skill
and will support career development.


TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Learn More About Cisco Certifications

 


CISA – CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUTIDOR


$81,365

System auditors are invaluable to companies looking to stay compliant in today’s
digital age. This security certification demonstrates your knowledge and skills
in information security and IT auditing, as well as building and implementing
privacy solutions. In order to earn this certification, professionals must have
knowledge and experience with these the five domains:

 * Information systems auditing process;
 * Governance and management of IT;
 * Information Systems Acquisition Development and Implementation;
 * Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience;
 * Protection of Information Assets.

Candidates for the CISA certification are expected to have a minimum of five
years experience in professional information systems auditing.

 


MORE FINDINGS FROM THE IT SKILLS AND SALARY SURVEY

This list is compiled of a subset of data from the 2022 IT Skills and Salary
survey. Globally, the total response count exceeds 7,900 responses. This data
focuses only on those respondents whose residence is in EMEA.

 * The average salary of the 2,552 EMEA respondents is $67,711. Microsoft
   certifications are the most widely held by those in EMEA, with the most
   common credential being the Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals.
 * More than half (59%) of IT professionals say the nature of their training in
   the last 12 months was certification focused, while the main reason for
   training was to prepare their organizations for a new technology, product
   migration or deployment. Despite this, roughly one-third say their management
   doesn’t see the value in training — which is cited as a leading inhibitor to
   training.
 * Most (56%) IT professionals in EMEA say the quality of their work improved
   after earning a certification, while more than one-third say they’re more
   engaged at work and perform their duties faster. Some reported promotions,
   raises or new jobs too.
 * Training offered most by companies are online third-party training (72%) and
   live instructor-led training, either class room or virtual, provided by an
   outside training provider (67%).

 


HOW WE BUILT THE LIST

This EMEA list of the top-paying certifications is based on survey responses
from the Skillsoft 2022 IT Skills and Salary Survey conducted May 2022 to August
2022. The survey asks respondents about their current jobs and experience,
certifications and salaries, and more. Respondents encounter multiple choice and
multi-select, open-ended, rank choice, and other types of questions while taking
the survey.

The survey is distributed to IT professionals around the world by technology
providers, certification bodies and Skillsoft, among others. 2,552 IT
professionals in EMEA participated.

To qualify for our list, a certification must have at least 40 EMEA survey
responses to be considered. Then, we consider relevance, demand, and
certification requirements. Salaries are not normalized for cost-of-living or
location (e.g., Finland vs. Portugal).

Learn even more about IT certifications in our latest report, the 2022 IT Skills
& Salary Report.

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