Professional Certification Portfolio
Strategic Certification Approach
No inflated claims - exactly 5 active certifications. Former MSP owner who values real skills over credential collecting. Focus on certifications that demonstrate business value.
Honest Certification Approach
As a former MSP owner who built a successful business, I understand the difference between paper credentials and real expertise. I maintain exactly 5 active certifications and focus on those that directly support platform engineering with business impact. This honest approach has served me well - it's about demonstrating value, not collecting badges.
🎯 Business Value Focus
Every certification chosen for ROI - learned this managing 40+ MSP clients
💡 Real Implementation
Currently deploying enterprise pfSense while studying for CKA
📈 Strategic Investment
Smart about renewals - business owner mindset on certification ROI
Currently Active Certifications (5)
Google AI Essentials
AI fundamentals, machine learning concepts, responsible AI, practical applications
Google Project Management Certificate
Comprehensive 6-month program covering Agile, Scrum, Waterfall methodologies
CompTIA A+ ce
Hardware, operating systems, software troubleshooting, and security fundamentals
CompTIA Project+
IT project lifecycle, communication, resources, and stakeholder management
CompTIA Cloud Essentials+
Cloud concepts, business principles, and cloud service management
Expired Certifications
📅 Previously Held Certifications
These certifications have expired. I will renew specific certifications based on role requirements rather than maintaining all credentials indefinitely.
- CompTIA Security+ ce - Expired 2023 (Planning renewal in 2025)
- CompTIA Network+ ce - Expired 2023
- CompTIA Cloud+ ce - Expired 2024
- CompTIA Server+ - Expired
📦 CompTIA Stackables (Expired)
These stackable certifications expired when their prerequisite certifications expired:
CompTIA Secure Cloud Professional (CSCP)
Required: Security+ AND Cloud+ (Both expired)
CompTIA Cloud Admin Professional (CCAP)
Required: Cloud+ AND Server+ (Both expired)
CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS)
Required: Security+ AND Server+ (Both expired)
CompTIA IT Operations Specialist (CIOS)
Required: A+ AND Network+ (Network+ expired)
2025 Certification Focus
Primary Focus: Kubernetes
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) - Target: March 2025
- Daily study routine with hands-on labs
- Building practice clusters and real projects
Secondary Goals
- AWS Solutions Architect Associate - After CKA completion
- CompTIA Security+ Renewal - For security-focused roles
Future Considerations
- Additional certifications based on role requirements
- Focus on practical application over credential collection
Why This Honest Approach
🎯 MSP Owner Perspective
Built successful business - I know which certifications actually matter to employers
💰 Business ROI Mindset
Every certification evaluated for impact on senior career trajectory
⏱️ Leadership Track
Positioning for platform engineering with path to management
🚀 3+ Hours Daily
Kubernetes mastery through disciplined practice, not just videos
Verification & Transparency
Current Status (Fully Verifiable):
- 5 active certifications visible on Credly profile
- CompTIA certifications verifiable through CompTIA's verification system
- Google certifications backed by completion certificates
- Expired certifications honestly disclosed
From building a successful MSP to platform engineering - I've learned that honest credentials combined with real business acumen creates exceptional value. This approach helps me coach others to reach senior positions by focusing on what actually matters.
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