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Professional Cloud
Network Engineer
A Professional Cloud Network Engineer is responsible
for the design, implementation, and management of Google
Cloud network infrastructure. This includes designing
network architectures for high availability,
scalability, resiliency, and security. This individual
is skilled in configuring and managing Virtual Private
Clouds (VPCs), routing, network security services, load
balancing, and Cloud DNS. Additionally, they are
proficient in setting up hybrid connectivity through
Cloud Interconnect and Cloud VPN. Their expertise
extends to diagnosing, monitoring, and troubleshooting
network operations by using Google Cloud Observability
and the Network Intelligence Center.
The Professional Cloud Network Engineer exam assesses
your ability to:
Design
and plan a Google Cloud network.
Implement
a Virtual Private Cloud network.
Configure
managed network services.
Implement
hybrid network interconnectivity.
Manage,
monitor, and troubleshoot network operations.
The new version of the Professional Cloud Network Engineer exam in
English will be live on October 17. If you plan to take the exam after
October 17, review the
new exam guide. If you plan to take the exam
before October 17, review the
current exam guide.
What's New?
The upcoming version of the Professional Cloud Network Engineer exam
launching on October 17 has been restructured and streamlined for
greater focus and reduced repetition.
About this certification exam
Length: 2 hours
Registration fee: $200 (plus tax where
applicable)
Languages: English, Japanese
Exam format: 50-60 multiple choice and multiple select
questions
Exam delivery method:
a) Take the online-proctored exam from a
remote location, review the online testing
requirements
Recommended experience: 3+ years of industry
experience including 1+ years designing and managing solutions
using Google Cloud
Certification renewal: Candidates may renew their certification
within the renewal eligibility period. For more information about the renewal
process, eligibility period, and certification validity timeline, please refer to
the Renewal FAQs below.
The
exam guide
contains a complete list of topics that may be included
on the exam, helping you determine if your skills align
with the topics on the exam.
The Professional Cloud Network Engineer
exam guide contains a complete list of topics that may be
included on the exam, helping you to determine if your skills
align with the topics of the exam. If you plan to take the exam
in English on October 17 or later, please review the
new exam guide.
2. Training
Prepare for the exam by following the Professional
Network Engineer learning path. Explore online
training, in-person classes, hands-on labs, and
other resources from Google Cloud.
Review sample questions
to familiarize yourself with the format of exam
questions and example content that may be covered on the
Cloud Network Engineer exam.
4. Schedule your exam
Register and select
whether to take the exam remotely or at a nearby testing
center.
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