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Top 17 IT Certifications in Demand for 2024

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Updated December 18, 2023
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In this article, we look at 17 of the top IT certifications, what they teach

and how to earn them.
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Top IT certifications
Here's a list of 17 popular certifications you can earn to stay current in
the IT industry:
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE)
Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
Certified Data Professional (CDP)

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Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
CompTIA certifications
Google Professional Cloud Architect
GIAC Security Essentials
ITIL 4 Foundation Level Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization 2023

(VCP-DCV 2023)
1. Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certified Solutions

Architect – Associate
The AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification demonstrates your

ability to create and use cloud initiatives and scalable systems on AWS.
It is helpful for cloud solution architects, project managers,
administrators and developers. The AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
certification is recommended before seeking this credential.
None; recommended one year of experience with AWS

Prerequisites
technology and basic programming concepts
Cost $150
Duration 130 minutes
Number of
65
questions
Passing score 720
2. Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE)
The CDPSE certification validates the technical skills and knowledge it

takes to assess, build and implement comprehensive privacy solutions.
Offered through the Information Systems Audit and Control
Association (ISACA), the credential acknowledges competent privacy
technologists to build and implement solutions that mitigate risk and
enhance efficiency.
Three or more years of experience in data privacy

Prerequisites governance, privacy architecture and/or data lifecycle
work
Cost $760 for nonmembers; $575 for members
Duration 3.5 hours
Number of
120
questions
Passing score 450 or higher
Related: 20 Popular Programming Certifications To Pursue
3. Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)
The CCSP certificate acknowledges advanced technical skills and

knowledge to design, manage and secure data, applications and
infrastructure in the cloud using best practices, policies and procedures
established by the cybersecurity experts at the International
Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC)².
Five years of experience in the industry, with three

Prerequisites years in IS and one year in one of the six CCSP
domains.
Cost $599
Duration 4 hours
Number of
150
questions
Passing score 700/1000
4. Certified Data Professional (CDP)
The CDP is an update to the Certified Data Management Professional

offered by the ICCP. Data professionals can specialize and be certified in
several areas, including business analytics and data analytics, design,
data governance, integration and management. Five levels of
certification are offered: Foundation, Associate/Practitioner,
Master/Expert, Principal and Executive.
Prerequisites Prerequisites vary according to the certification level.

Cost $240-$4,500
Foundation, two 60-minute exams; Associate and
Master, three 90-minute exams; Principal, three 90-
Duration
minute exams plus two-day mentoring workshop;
Executive, four-day workshop with written assignment
Number of
Varies
questions
Passing score 50%-70% depending on the level
5. Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
The CEH v12 certification focuses on the latest commercial-grade

hacking tools, techniques and methodologies used by hackers and
information security professionals to lawfully hack an organization. It
is offered by EC-Council. In order to get this certification, you have to
complete five days of training that includes 20 modules and over 200
hands-on labs with competition flags, pass two exams that test your
knowledge and skills and complete objectives and missions that help
you develop real-world experience.
Unlike most IT certifications, you have to apply to take the CEH. You’ll
need to submit an exam eligibility form before purchasing an exam
voucher.
Approved CEH training or at least two years of

Prerequisites
security experience
Cost CEH (ANSI), $850-$1,199; CEH (Practical), $550

Duration CEH (ANSI), 4 hours; CEH (Practical), 6 hours
Number of CEH (ANSI), 125 questions; CEH (Practical), 20
questions challenges
Passing score CEH (ANSI), varies; CEH (Practical), 70%
Related: 6 Frequently Asked Questions About Ethical Hackers
6. Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
The CISM certificate offered by the ISACA demonstrates the ability to

create, implement and manage a company's security systems. It
focuses on information security governance, program development
and management, incident management and risk management. This
certification is ideal for information systems professionals looking to
further their knowledge and advance to management.
Five or more years of experience in information

Prerequisites
security management
Duration 4 hours
Number of
150
questions
7. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
ISACA offers the CISA certification that demonstrates expertise in IS/IT

auditing, control and security. It is recognized on a global level as the
primary certification for information security audit control. If you work
in IS auditing, security or control, this certification may be a good
choice for you.
Five or more years of experience in IS/IT audit,

Prerequisites
control, assurance or security
Duration 4 hours
Number of
150
questions
8. Certified Information Systems Security Professional

(CISSP)
The CISSP offered through (ISC)² acknowledges your ability to design,

implement and manage an exquisite cybersecurity program. The
credential is recommended for experienced security practitioners,
managers and executives.
Minimum of five years cumulative paid work

Prerequisites experience in two or more of the eight domains of the
CISSP
Cost $749
Duration 4 hours
Number of
125-175
questions
Passing score 7000/1000 points
Related: Q&A: How Long Does It Take To Get the CISSP Certification?
9. Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control

(CRISC)
The CRISC certification, offered through ISACA, teaches risk

management and the development and implementation of information
systems controls. It validates experience in building a well-defined,
agile risk-management program based on best practices to identify,
analyze, evaluate, assess, prioritize and respond to risks. This enhances
benefits realization and delivers optimal value to stakeholders.
Three or more years of experience in IT risk

Prerequisites
management and IS control
Duration 4 hours
Number of
150
questions
10. Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
The CSM credential acknowledges that you foster an effective and

productive working environment and can guide others in
understanding Scrum values, principles and practices. Offered by
ScrumAlliance, it teaches Scrum framework and understanding of team
accountabilities, events and artifacts.
No eligibility requirements; must complete

Prerequisites
multiday training
Cost Starting at $400
Duration 1 hour
Number of
50
questions
Passing score 74%
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11. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
CCNP certifications focus on enterprise network technologies and allow

professionals to choose a core specialty. Specialties include:
CCNP Enterprise
CCNP Data Center
CCNP Security
CCNP Service Provider
CCNP Collaboration
Additional Cisco credentials are developed for cyber ops and dev net
professionals. Each professional-level certification requires you to pass
one core exam and one concentration exam.
Recommended to have three to five years of

Prerequisites
experience in your chosen certification specialty
Cost $400 for core exams; $300 for concentration exams
2 hours for core exams; 1.5 hours for concentration
Duration
exams
Number of
Varies
questions
Passing score Varies
Related: 13 Top Cybersecurity Certifications (Plus Potential Jobs)
12. CompTIA certifications
CompTIA offers several credentials for IT specialists. Three

certifications that are preferred by employers include the:
CompTIA A+: Two exams
CompTIA Cloud+: One exam
CompTIA Security+: One exam
They acknowledge foundational IT skills across a variety of devices and

operating systems and skills to design, configure, manage and
troubleshoot wired and wireless services. The security credential
provides best practices in IT network and operational security.
Recommended to have nine to 12 months of hands-on

experience for A+; CompTIA Network+ and Server+ and
2-3 years of experience in systems administration or
Prerequisites
networking for Cloud+; CompTIA Network+ and two
years of experience in IT administration with a security
focus for Security+
Cost $246 for A+; $358 for Cloud+; $392 for Security+
Duration 90 minutes for each exam
Number of
90 each for A+; 90 for Cloud+; 90 max for Security+
questions
Passing score 675-700 for A+; 750 for Cloud+ and Security+
13. Google Professional Cloud Architect
The Google Professional Cloud Architect certification certifies

architects on the Google Cloud platform. It acknowledges your ability to
design, develop and manage resources on Google’s cloud architecture.
Other Google-related certifications include the Professional Data
Engineer certification.
Recommended to have three or more years of industry

Prerequisites experience including one or more years designing and
managing solutions using Google Cloud
Cost $200
Duration 2 hours
Number of
50-60
questions
Passing score Varies
14. GIAC Security Essentials
The GSEC certification from Global Information Assurance

Certification is for anyone new to information security who has some
background in information systems and networking as well as IT
engineers and supervisors, security professionals, forensic analysts
and auditors. Exam objectives include access control and password
management, defense in depth, Linux fundamentals, network security
devices and virtualization and cloud security.
Practical work experience, related college-level

Prerequisites
course and affiliated training is recommended
Cost $949; practice tests are available for purchase
Duration 4-5 hours
Number of
106-180
questions
Passing score 73%
Related: 10 Best Information Security Certifications for Your Career
15. ITIL 4 Foundation Level Certification
The Information Technology Infrastructure Library 4 Foundation

certification focuses on IT service management and implementing best
practices for aligning IT efforts to business needs. Its concepts are
vendor-neutral and address the processes, terminology and methods
used in modern IT. It is for professionals at the start of their ITIL 4
journey or people looking to update their existing ITIL knowledge.
Prerequisites None; exam prep recommended

Cost Varies based on training provider
Duration 1 hour
Number of questions 40
Passing score 26/40 (65%)
Related: How To List Certifications on a Resume (With Examples)
16. Project Management Professional (PMP)
The PMP certification offered by the Project Management Institute

(PMI) focuses on three project management methodologies: predictive
life cycle (waterfall), agile and a hybrid approach. Credentials
acknowledge project leadership experience and expertise in several
different approaches.
Four-year degree, 36 months experience in leading

projects and 35 hours of project management
education/training or CAPM Certification; or a high
Prerequisites
school diploma or associate’s degree, 60 months leading
projects and 35 hours of project management
education/training or CAPM Certification
Number of
180
questions
Passing score No official answer; aim for 126/180 or 70%
Related: Understanding the Project Management Processes and Phases
17. VMware Certified Professional - Data Center

Virtualization 2023 (VCP-DCV 2023)
VMware Certified Professional certifications are for IT professionals

who install, configure, manage and optimize VMware solutions. The
VCP-DCV certification and corresponding exam validate your skills to
implement, manage and troubleshoot a vSphere infrastructure, using
best practices to provide a powerful, flexible and secure foundation for
business agility that can accelerate the transformation to cloud
computing.
Recommended to gain experience with vSphere 7.x;

Prerequisites required training course if you do not hold any VCP
certifications
Cost $250
Number of
70
questions
Passing score 300
Please note that none of the companies mentioned in this article are
affiliated with Indeed.
Frequently asked questions

How do you choose the right IT certification?
You can choose the right IT certification by identifying your career

goals. Research job descriptions related to positions you may want to
apply for and evaluate which certifications employers prefer or require
candidates to have. Pursuing these relevant certifications might make
you a more competitive candidate and demonstrate your willingness to
pursue professional development. Other tips for choosing the right

certification include identifying your strengths and picking a program
that aligns with your skill set or the abilities you want to improve.
Are IT certifications worth it?
Though IT certifications often require you to invest upfront costs and

time, many candidates find it worthwhile to pursue them. Certification
may help you improve your job prospects by allowing you to qualify for
more positions. They can also supplement a lack of education, training
or experience. Additionally, employers might be willing to pay higher
salaries to IT employees with certification.
What's the easiest IT certification to get?
CompTIA A+ is one of the easiest IT certifications to get,

with CompTIA claiming that it's the "industry standard for launching
IT careers." It recommends candidates have nine to 12 months of
experience, but the certification has no formal prerequisites.

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Top 17 IT Certifications in Demand for 2024

Updated December 18, 2023

Video: Ethical Hacker Explains His Job | A Day in the Life

In this article, we look at 17 of the top IT certifications, what they teach

Related jobs on Indeed

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate

Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE)

Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

Certified Data Professional (CDP)

Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)

Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

Google Professional Cloud Architect

GIAC Security Essentials

ITIL 4 Foundation Level Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP)

VMware Certified Professional – Data Center Virtualization 2023

1. Amazon Web Services (AWS) Certified Solutions

The AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification demonstrates your

None; recommended one year of experience with AWS

Passing score 720

2. Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE)

The CDPSE certification validates the technical skills and knowledge it

Three or more years of experience in data privacy

Related: 20 Popular Programming Certifications To Pursue

3. Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

The CCSP certificate acknowledges advanced technical skills and

Five years of experience in the industry, with three

Passing score 700/1000

4. Certified Data Professional (CDP)

The CDP is an update to the Certified Data Management Professional

Prerequisites Prerequisites vary according to the certification level.

5. Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

The CEH v12 certification focuses on the latest commercial-grade

Approved CEH training or at least two years of

Cost CEH (ANSI), $850-$1,199; CEH (Practical), $550

Related: 6 Frequently Asked Questions About Ethical Hackers

6. Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

The CISM certificate offered by the ISACA demonstrates the ability to

Five or more years of experience in information

7. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

ISACA offers the CISA certification that demonstrates expertise in IS/IT

Five or more years of experience in IS/IT audit,

8. Certified Information Systems Security Professional

The CISSP offered through (ISC)² acknowledges your ability to design,

Minimum of five years cumulative paid work

9. Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control

The CRISC certification, offered through ISACA, teaches risk

Three or more years of experience in IT risk

10. Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

The CSM credential acknowledges that you foster an effective and

No eligibility requirements; must complete

Related: 15 Scrum Master Certifications To Improve Your Resume and

11. Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)

CCNP certifications focus on enterprise network technologies and allow

CCNP Data Center

CCNP Service Provider

Recommended to have three to five years of