Virtualization
Virtualization involves consolidating data to enable multiple virtual servers or desktops to run on a single physical machine (host) and sharing the resources of that single computer across multiple virtual environments. Average salary ranges from $95,000 to $105,000.
VMware certifications
VMware Certified Associate -- Data Center Virtualization (VCA-DCV)
This certification enables IT pros to have greater credibility when discussing data center virtualization, and how to virtualize the data center with vSphere.
VMware Certified Professional 5 -- Data Center Virtualization (VCP5-DCV)
This certification is designed to enable IT pros to effectively install, deploy, scale and manage VMware vSphere environments, and also provides skills obtained from a minimum of six months experience with VMware infrastructure technologies. Candidates must complete a VMware-authorized training course and hands-on experience with VMware technologies.
VMware Certified Advanced Professional 5 -- Data Center Administration (VCAP5-DCA)
To earn this certification, IT pros must complete a VMware-authorized training course and conduct hands-on experience with VMware technologies. Candidates receive the knowledge required to effectively install, deploy, scale and manage VMware vSphere environments, as well as the skills gained by a minimum of six months experience with VMware infrastructure technologies.
VMware Certified Advanced Professional 5 -- Data Center Design (VCAP5-DCD)
This certification requires candidates go through a lab-based exam, performing tasks using actual equipment to verify skills at installing, configuring, and administering large and complex virtualized environments. Receiving this credential gives an IT pro an advanced certificate that demonstrates expertise with VMware vSphere 5, as well as the ability to use automation tools and implement virtualized environments.
VMware Certified Design Expert 5 - Data Center Virtualization (VCDX5-DCV)
Reserved for top design architects highly skilled in VMware enterprise deployments. This certification program is designed for veteran professionals who want to validate and demonstrate their expertise in VMware technology. The certification is completed through a design-defense process, where all candidates must submit and effectively secure a production-ready VMware solution before a board of veteran VCDX-DCV holders.
Citrix certifications
These virtualization certifications focus on the design, deployment, and management of XenDesktop 7 solutions.
Citrix Certified Associate -- Virtualization (CCA-V)
This certification validates the skills and knowledge of IT operators and administrators to manage, maintain, monitor and troubleshoot XenDesktop 7 solutions.
Citrix Certified Professional - Virtualization (CCP-V)
Validates the skills and knowledge of experienced IT solution builders, such as engineers and consultants, to install, configure and roll out common XenDesktop 7 solutions.
Citrix Certified Expert - Virtualization (CCE-V)
Recognizes the skills and knowledge of experienced IT solution designers, such as architects, engineers and consultants, to assess and design comprehensive XenDesktop 7 solutions.
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