The Cloud Computing Skills MSPs Need in 2022
Cloud is here to stay and demand is increasing, which means end users will be looking for MSPs and IT professionals who can handle their needs.
What does that mean for you, the IT provider? Here are some of the top cloud-related skills to develop in 2022:
Cloud Security
Machine Learning and AI
Cloud Deployment and Migration Across Multiple Platforms
Technical Skills Required for Cloud Computing
Database Skills
DevOps
Cloud Security
One of the only remaining objections to cloud adoption revolves around security and trust. Since there are legitimate concerns in this sector, cloud security must be a top priority for MSPs. IT providers need to be especially careful, since a single security breach has the potential to expose all of their customer data and deal major damage to their reputation. We all know there’s a growing need cybersecurity talent, but nowhere more than in the cloud domain.
Machine Learning and AI
Since cloud gives more people access to machine learning and AI tools and services, they have become useful cloud computing skills. An exploding machine learning industry has led to the delivery of such solutions over the cloud — machine learning as a service, or MLaaS. This new sector is expected to see 43 percent growth through 2023.
Cloud Deployment and Migration Across Multiple Platforms
Technical Skills Required for Cloud Computing
There are other technical skills MSPs should cultivate. Skills with databases, DevOps, and other related technologies can all help them compete in the cloud computing industry.
Database Skills
These days, most databases are hosted on cloud platforms, creating a huge demand for IT professionals with the skills to manage, store, interpret, and access data in the cloud. As always, it’s a good idea to learn the standard database language: SQL. If you want to develop your skills a little more, you could consider learning MySQL, MongoDB, or Hadoop.
DevOps
The DevOps (developmental operations) method enables software engineers to automate certain updates and get updates out more efficiently. Just as in software development, it’s an important development process in cloud computing, so DevOps can be a valuable cloud skill.
Other Skills Required for Cloud Computing
The above are some of the most important cloud computing skills for an MSP to pursue. That said, this list is not comprehensive. Every MSP’s operational needs and existing skill sets are different. You should of course focus on the skills that will translate to the most value for your clients.
A final note on a few more skills important in the world of cloud computing:
- Serverless architecture
- Linux certification
- Relevant programming languages
- Quality assurance
Of course, if your MSP is having a hard time keeping up with cloud requests and project work, the simplest option is to partner with Technolify and outsource your cloud needs to experts who understand what MSPs need. Our service has been proven to save MSPs both time and money while helping them offload risk and improve their customers’ experience.
