Where to start on certifications?

bluefire_xl

Right now my job have taken me back on using Microsoft products and I am planning to continue my career as a Systems Analyst. What certifications would you recommend? I am also taking up a diploma degree on business systems analyst.

Currently using SQL Server, SSRS in my work and also trying to get back on the programming world. Any points from our fellow Systems Analyst on what certifications to take?

636-555-3226

Not to be a waste of your time, but I'd suggest Microsoft certs. Pretty much any that fit in with your current (or desired) workload.

Lexluethar

Agreed, if you current work with SQL MS has a few sql certifications out there. If you don't want to focus on sql a more general certification like MCSA Server 2012 would fit.

OctalDump

Dip your toe in with the MS SQL Server certifications, there is eventually MSCA SQL Server and two MCSE tracks, including a BI track which is probably a good area to get involved with. There is a little overlap on the deployment side of SQL with the Windows Server track, so you can shuffle sideways to that later.

Depending where your base level of skills are, you will want to develop your knowledge to at least the level of A+, Network+ and Security+. The Microsoft MTA level is also an option at that level. A+ has a lot of overlap with with Windows 7, Configuring Specialist or the Windows 8 equivalent. CCENT is similar to Network+ but with a strong hands on component, and sets you up for CCNA level.

You don't need these certifications, but that level of knowledge is very good foundation for IT. You might get some of this in your diploma, or have this already through experience. If you can jump in at the middle comfortably without doing the lower certs, then that's a good option.

If you are looking for an infrastructure role, then virtualisation and cloud should be somewhere in your plans. VMware's VCA and VCP level are good places to aim at. For cloud, then the Azure and Office 365 certifications from Microsoft, or one of the AWS certifications.

RealUnited

You should start with A+

phdillard

A+ and Sec+ are par for the course. Regardless of what area of IT you are going into, the knowledge in A+ and Sec+ will be invaluable and are required for many jobs.

ItsmHarun

I have join ITSM Technology for prince2 cretification course.