Cloud Administrator Platform Azure Database Certified Professional

The Cloud Administrator Platform Azure Database Certified Professional certification validates advanced knowledge and practical skills required to manage, secure, and optimize cloud-based database infrastructures on Microsoft Azure.

This certification demonstrates that the professional has the technical expertise to administer Azure cloud environments and database solutions that meet modern business, security, and performance requirements.

What this certification validates

1. Azure Cloud Platform Administration

• Proficiency in managing Azure subscriptions, resource groups, and governance policies.
• Deployment and maintenance of virtual machines, networks, and storage resources using Azure Resource Manager (ARM).
• Implementation of automation tools such as Azure CLI, PowerShell, and Azure Portal for streamlined operations.
• Application of best practices for cost management, monitoring, and resource optimization in multi-environment infrastructures.

2. Database Administration in Azure

• Competence in deploying and managing Azure SQL Database, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure Database for PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Configuration of replication, backup, and recovery strategies to ensure data resilience and availability.
• Implementation of indexing, performance tuning, and workload optimization across Azure database services.
• Integration of databases with monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Azure Advisor to track performance and detect anomalies.

3. Security, Identity, and Compliance

• Administration of Azure Active Directory (AAD), including identity federation, conditional access, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Application of security policies and encryption techniques to protect data at rest and in transit.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks and governance models such as ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR, and Azure Policy.
• Configuration of network security groups, firewalls, and private endpoints to ensure secure data communication.

4. Monitoring, Backup, and Disaster Recovery

• Implementation of Azure Backup and Site Recovery to protect workloads and ensure business continuity.
• Configuration of alerts, metrics, and dashboards for proactive system monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Use of diagnostic logs and telemetry to maintain operational visibility and respond effectively to incidents.

5. Automation, Scalability, and Optimization

• Deployment of automation runbooks, Logic Apps, and Azure Automation to reduce manual administrative tasks.
• Management of scaling strategies for databases and cloud services based on usage patterns and performance metrics.
• Optimization of storage, compute, and networking costs through resource right-sizing and efficiency analysis.
• Integration of Azure databases with DevOps pipelines for continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD)