http://www.cio.com/ en (c) Copyright 2009 CXO Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 12:08:24 GMT 2009-11-23T12:08:24Z en (c) Copyright 2009 CXO Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved. http://www.cio.com/article/506843/Survey_Security_Certifications_Hot_Among_IT_Pros?source=rss_certification CompTIA finds IT pros value and seek new security-related certifications above all other areas. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT Joan Goodchild <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/506843/Survey_Security_Certifications_Hot_Among_IT_Pros?source=rss_certification 2009-11-05T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/501237/IBM_Partners_to_Offer_Green_Data_Center_Degree?source=rss_certification IBM has developed an Associate's degree program focused on green data centers that after 2 years or 36 credits would equip computer science students with the know-how to work in energy-efficient computer environments. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 04:00:00 GMT Denise Dubie <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/501237/IBM_Partners_to_Offer_Green_Data_Center_Degree?source=rss_certification 2009-09-02T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/496230/Cisco_Announces_Its_Highest_Level_Certification_Ever?source=rss_certification For years, the coveted Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) was the highest, most difficult rank a network professional could achieve. No more. On Monday, Cisco announced a new certification, the Cisco Certified Architect, which will become the rank above CCIE. The new CCA will attempt to marry the networking engineering know-how of the CCIE with the business acumen of the MBA. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:00:00 GMT Julie Bort <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/496230/Cisco_Announces_Its_Highest_Level_Certification_Ever?source=rss_certification 2009-06-29T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/493790/How_to_Stay_Up_in_a_Down_Economy?source=rss_certification Six ways to nurture yourself and your career -- even in this rotten economy. Sun, 31 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT Julia King <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/493790/How_to_Stay_Up_in_a_Down_Economy?source=rss_certification 2009-05-31T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/493246/Data_Center_Skills_Discussion_Sparks_Debate?source=rss_certification With a shortfall of available IT jobs, recent discussion regarding a trend toward hiring less experienced individuals in today's data centers caused many high-tech professionals to cringe, as veterans claim a lack of knowledge will ultimately hurt IT organizations. Thu, 21 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT Denise Dubie <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/493246/Data_Center_Skills_Discussion_Sparks_Debate?source=rss_certification 2009-05-21T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/493170/Wanted_for_Hire_Generalists_Not_IT_Specialists?source=rss_certification Interop panelists say the less IT professionals focus on specific skills the more likely they will be hired to manage tomorrow's data centers. Wed, 20 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT Denise Dubie <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/493170/Wanted_for_Hire_Generalists_Not_IT_Specialists?source=rss_certification 2009-05-20T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/492566/Linux_Certifications_Hot_Or_Not_?source=rss_certification With Linux having gained traction in business, certifications of Linux expertise are becoming more popular, similar to how Novell or Microsoft systems certifications became important for those platforms. But some in the Linux community say the emergence of certifications is by no means a golden ticket for admins, and perhaps just a waste of time and money. Wed, 13 May 2009 04:00:00 GMT Paul Krill <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/492566/Linux_Certifications_Hot_Or_Not_?source=rss_certification 2009-05-13T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/490079/Java_J2EE_PHP_Unified_Communications_and_SQL_Server_Skills_Remain_in_Demand_During_Recession?source=rss_certification Foote Partners' latest quarterly ranking of the most valuable IT skills and technical certifications highlights development, project management, process management and security skills. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 04:00:00 GMT Meridith Levinson <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/490079/Java_J2EE_PHP_Unified_Communications_and_SQL_Server_Skills_Remain_in_Demand_During_Recession?source=rss_certification 2009-04-20T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/484303/IT_Skills_Shortage_Spells_Opportunity_for_Unemployed_Workers_?source=rss_certification In this Q&A, CompTIA President and CEO Todd Thibodeaux confronts the IT skills shortage, misconceptions about IT careers and ways to connect unemployed workers with the thousands of tech jobs that are still available. Thu, 12 Mar 2009 04:00:00 GMT Meridith Levinson <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/484303/IT_Skills_Shortage_Spells_Opportunity_for_Unemployed_Workers_?source=rss_certification 2009-03-12T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/478414/New_Research_Reveals_Highest_Paid_IT_Skills_and_Certifications_During_the_Recession?source=rss_certification Foote Partners' latest IT Skills and Certifications Index shows that pay for IT professionals with Netweaver Portals, Apple OS X and PHP skills ballooned during the fourth quarter of 2008, while pay for extreme programming, certain SAP, and networking skills dipped. Thu, 29 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT Meridith Levinson <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/478414/New_Research_Reveals_Highest_Paid_IT_Skills_and_Certifications_During_the_Recession?source=rss_certification 2009-01-29T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/473826/Braving_an_IT_Career_in_2009?source=rss_certification Although tech jobs are under increasing salary and layoff pressure, the market for IT jobs remains relatively stable. Here's what you need to know about the IT jobs market in 2009 to survive and thrive. Mon, 05 Jan 2009 05:00:00 GMT Galen Gruman <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/473826/Braving_an_IT_Career_in_2009?source=rss_certification 2009-01-05T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/470144/Developer_Certification_in_Secure_Programming_Attracts_100?source=rss_certification The Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) aims to validate secure software development practices and expertise to address the increasing number of vulnerabilities. Wed, 10 Dec 2008 05:00:00 GMT Carol Ko <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/470144/Developer_Certification_in_Secure_Programming_Attracts_100?source=rss_certification 2008-12-10T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/465965/Hot_IT_Certifications_for_a_Cool_Job_Market?source=rss_certification Not all technical certifications will boost your IT career. So in tough times, you have to choose them wisely. Here are the top 5 IT certifications in terms of pay growth. Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:00:00 GMT Tom Kaneshige <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/465965/Hot_IT_Certifications_for_a_Cool_Job_Market?source=rss_certification 2008-11-25T05:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/446591/IT_Certification_Practice_Exams_Could_Kill_Your_Career?source=rss_certification The IT certification study guides found on websites such as TestKing and Pass4Sure are offered illegally, and certification agencies such as Microsoft and CompTIA are cracking down on individuals who knowingly or unknowingly use those sites to prepare for exams. If you don't want to be stripped of your existing certifications or lose your job, read this story to learn why you need to avoid these illegal study guides at all costs. Thu, 28 Aug 2008 04:00:00 GMT Linda Musthaler <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/446591/IT_Certification_Practice_Exams_Could_Kill_Your_Career?source=rss_certification 2008-08-28T04:00:00Z http://www.cio.com/article/346163/RIM_Announces_New_BlackBerry_Certifications_for_Administrators_Consultants_Developers?source=rss_certification How do you spot a BlackBerry guru? A new certification program from Blackberry-maker RIM, set to begin this fall, should help IT leaders who have a growing need for mobile talent. Fri, 02 May 2008 04:00:00 GMT Al Sacco <info@cio.com> http://www.cio.com/article/346163/RIM_Announces_New_BlackBerry_Certifications_for_Administrators_Consultants_Developers?source=rss_certification 2008-05-02T04:00:00Z