IBM Certified Solution Architect - SoftLayer V1

An IBM Certified Solution Architect - SoftLayer V1 is a person who can analyze, design, architect and demonstrate IBM SoftLayer infrastructure based upon the workload requirements from a client.

They can do this with limited assistance from support, documentation or relevant subject matter experts and know how to contact SoftLayer to get assistance.

Key areas of competency include:

• Demonstrate the ability to provide a customer with a logical diagram foundation to meet their requirements and a roadmap to get there.
• Architect a comprehensive solution that utilizes the IBM offerings and skills required.

The following qualifications are requirements for success:

• Basic knowledge of industry cloud computing principles
• Working knowledge of IBM SoftLayer
• Working knowledge of designing a comprehensive solution based on logical diagrams
• Working knowledge of how to implement and customize the solution
• Working knowledge of the various types of clouds and -as a service- offerings