Amazon Web Services
Entry point for understanding AWS services.
Beginnerapprox. $100≈ approx. 375 SAR
Field 05
Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing — AWS · Azure · GCP · Oracle · Huawei
31 certifications
About Cloud Computing
Cloud computing underpins Saudi Arabia's digital transformation as AWS, Azure, Oracle, Huawei, and STC Cloud expand. Start with Foundations, then Associate, then Professional. AWS has the widest reach; Azure dominates government/enterprise; GCP is rising in data and AI.
Beginner
9 certifications
Amazon Web Services
AI fundamentals and AWS AI services.
Beginner
Microsoft
Cloud concepts and core Azure services.
Beginnerapprox. $99≈ approx. 371 SAR
Google Cloud
Understand Google Cloud value from a business perspective.
Beginnerapprox. $99≈ approx. 371 SAR
Oracle
OCI fundamentals — in demand at Saudi government entities.
Beginnerapprox. $95≈ approx. 356 SAR
Huawei
Huawei Cloud fundamentals — strong presence in Saudi market.
Beginner
Alibaba Cloud
Alibaba Cloud fundamentals — present in Saudi-China economic projects.
Beginner
Oracle
Oracle Cloud foundations.
Beginnerapprox. $95≈ approx. 356 SAR
Alibaba Cloud
Alibaba Cloud entry-level certification.
Beginner
Intermediate
10 certifications
Amazon Web Services
Design scalable, secure solutions on AWS.
Intermediateapprox. $150≈ approx. 563 SAR
Amazon Web Services
Operate and manage AWS production environments.
Intermediate
Amazon Web Services
Modern data engineering on AWS.
Intermediate
Microsoft
Manage Azure resources, networking, and identity.
Intermediateapprox. $165≈ approx. 619 SAR
Microsoft
Design and operate Azure networking solutions.
Intermediate
Google Cloud
Deploy and manage resources on Google Cloud.
Intermediateapprox. $125≈ approx. 469 SAR
Oracle
Solutions architecture on OCI.
Intermediate
Oracle
Operate and manage Oracle Cloud environments.
Intermediate
FinOps Foundation
Cloud cost management and optimization — in demand with growing cloud spend.
Intermediate
Cloud Security Alliance
Vendor-neutral cloud security knowledge certification.
Intermediate
Advanced
12 certifications
Amazon Web Services
Design advanced enterprise solutions on AWS.
Advancedapprox. $300≈ approx. 1,125 SAR
Amazon Web Services
Advanced networking specialty on AWS.
Advanced
Microsoft
Design enterprise solutions on Azure.
Advancedapprox. $165≈ approx. 619 SAR
Microsoft
Design and implement security on Azure environments.
Advanced
Google Cloud
Design cloud solutions on Google Cloud.
Advancedapprox. $200≈ approx. 750 SAR
Google Cloud
Design and manage Google Cloud networks.
Advanced
Google Cloud
Design and implement security on Google Cloud.
Advanced
Oracle
Advanced architecture solutions on OCI.
Advancedapprox. $245≈ approx. 919 SAR
Huawei
Professional Huawei Cloud solutions architecture.
Advanced
IBM
Solutions architecture on IBM Cloud.
Advanced
FinOps Foundation
Technical FinOps engineering for cloud cost optimization.
Advanced
VMware (Broadcom)
Design and operate private cloud on VMware Cloud Foundation.
Advanced
Suggested paths in this field
Starter path (no experience)
For newcomers — strong foundation that leads to a first job.
- 1AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- 2AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
- 3AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
Skill-building path (1–3 yrs)
For those with some experience strengthening technical skills.
- 1AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
- 2AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate
- 3AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
Leadership path (5+ yrs)
For seniors targeting leadership and advisory roles.
Build my custom path →FAQ — Cloud Computing
Should I start with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud?+
AWS is the most in-demand overall in the Saudi market, while Azure is preferred in government and banking. Start with whichever is closest to the jobs you're targeting.
Do I need programming experience before cloud certifications?+
Not for Foundations or Solutions Architect Associate. You will need it for the Developer and DevOps tracks.
What's the path to becoming a Cloud Architect?+
Cloud Practitioner → Solutions Architect Associate → Solutions Architect Professional, backed by hands-on work on real projects.