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 Cloud (VPC), routing, load balancing, Cloud NAT, and Cloud DNS. They are proficient in setting up hybrid and multicloud connectivity through Cloud Interconnect and Cloud VPN, and their expertise extends to diagnosing, monitoring, and troubleshooting network operations by using Google Cloud Observability and Network Intelligence Center. Additionally, they are experienced in configuring and architecting network security for Google Cloud, including but not limited to securing VPCs and firewalls (Cloud Next Generation Firewall and VPC firewalls), Secure Web Proxy, VPC Service Controls, and Google Cloud Armor.
The Professional Cloud Network Engineer exam assesses your ability to:
- Design and plan a Google Cloud Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) network
- Implement a VPC network
- Configure managed network services
- Configure and implement hybrid and multi-cloud network interconnectivity
- Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot network operations
- Configure, implement, and manage a cloud network security solution
Prerequisites
Recommended experience:
- 3+ years of industry experience including 1+ years designing and managing solutions using Google Cloud.
Recommended training for this certification
Exams
About this certification exam
- Length: 2 hours
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Exam format: 50-60 multiple choice and multiple select questions
1. Review the exam guide
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.
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.
3. Sample questions
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.
Recertification
Candidates must recertify in order to maintain their certification status. The certification is valid for two years. The renewal eligibility period begins 60 days before your certification expiration date.