Certification Overview

The MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure certification is the globally recognized standard for IT professionals that validates that you have the skills needed to run a highly efficient and modern data center, with expertise in cloud technologies, identity management, systems management, virtualization, storage, and networking.

Earning an MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure certification will qualify you for such jobs as cloud administrator, cloud architect, computer support specialist, and information security analyst.

Individuals seeking the MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure certification will first need to attain their MCSA: Windows Server 2012 or their MCSA: Windows Server 2016. Once you have your MCSA: Windows Server 2012 or MCSA: Windows Server 2016 you will then need to pass one elective exam in order to attain your MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure certification.

Certification Options

Step 1: Achieve one of the following MCSA certifications

• MCSA: Windows Server 2016
• MCSA: Windows Server 2012

Step 2: Pass one of the following elective exams

Azure

• Microsoft 70-533: Implementing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions

Windows Server 2016

• Microsoft 70-744: Securing Windows Server 2016

Windows Server 2012

• Microsoft 70-413: Designing and Implementing Server 2012 R2 Infrastructure
• Microsoft 70-414: Implementing an Advanced Server 2012 R2 Infrastructure

System Center

• Microsoft 70-246: Monitoring & Operating a Private Cloud w/System Center 2012
• Microsoft 70-247: Configuring & Deploying a Private Cloud w/System Center 2012