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May 18, 2021

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WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM MAY 19-25, 2021 UCW 15 EDUCATION Cloud computing has become the norm. And with more entities adopting a cloud posture, opportunities abound for individuals who have some level of expertise in this specialization. What is the Cloud? Cloud technologies, such as AWS (Amazon Web Services) and Microsoft Azure, allow organizations to migrate their data storage and computing capabilities off premises. The three most common cloud models are Infrastructure- as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS). The models are implemented in a virtualized environment. In a nutshell, virtualization is the ability to "split" one physical server into multiple servers using a specialized "operating system" (hypervi- sor) and/or software. To explore virtualization, you can download VMware Workstation Player or Virtual Box; both are available free for personal use. Each virtual server is viewed as a stand-alo- ne entity from the outside world with its own CPU, memory and storage. In reality, the resources of the physical server are being shared by the vir- tualized servers. Benefits include reduced hard- ware costs, increasing efficiency, resiliency and elasticity (ability to increase/decrease computing resources on demand), as well as conserving ener- gy and minimizing hardware footprint. Why are Organizations Moving to the Cloud? One reason many organizations are moving to the cloud relates to security. Cybersecurity attacks are increasing, yet the talent pool of security experts is not keeping up with the demand. Moving to the cloud mitigates this situation, as cloud compa- nies are able to offer advanced security options and solutions. Another reason relates to cost. By moving to the cloud, the cost of storage, applicati- ons and computing cycles can be structured based on a variety of options from on-demand pricing, pay-as-you-go, to a "subscription" based model. All this, without the need to purchase, set up or main- tain physical equipment. Who is Moving to the Cloud? Organizations of all sizes are moving many of their computing capabilities to the cloud. Even a sole developer can benefit from using the cloud as they would have a plethora of services and computing options availa- ble with the click of the button. How FTCC Can Help. Fayetteville Technical Community College offers an associate degree in IT/Cloud Management as well as a certificate opti- on. The curriculum presents plenty of hands-on opportunities to help learners gain practical expo- sure and realize a meaningful learning experien- ce. Industry certifications helps students prepare for Python, CompTIA (Security+), VMware, Red Hat, AWS and Azure. The role of a cloud specialist involves: •Helping organizations migrate to the cloud. •Building out and configuring the cloud infras- tructure (computing, networking and security). •Developing functions, applications or databases that run on the cloud. •Managing an organization's on-premise hard- ware and software with a cloud emphasis. How Much can a Cloud Specialist Earn? According to Glassdor.com the average base pay for Cloud Engineers is $100,00 per year. And according to ZipRecruiter.com, "as of Jan 18, 2021, the average annual pay for an Entry Level Cloud Engineer in the United States is $85,161." The high salary is an indication of the shortage of talent that exists in the cloud realm. Companies are willing to pay a premium and will handsomely reward individuals who take the time to learn the valuable skills required to successfully serve in the cloud management space. Shifting the thought process of computing from a physical perspective to a virtualized environ- ment may take a little bit of time. However, with a little effort, focus and dedication, a significant degree of competency will be achieved, and it will be well worth the journey. Call or visit FTCC to learn more. A career in cloud management offers a path to $100k salary by CARLOS BODDEN Cumberland County to host Carolinas Cycling Association Regional Time Trial Road Cycling Championships a STAFF REPORT The Carolinas Cycling Association announ- ced that the 2021 CCA Regional (North Carolina and South Carolina) Time Trial Road Cycling Championship will take place in Cumberland County on May 22. "Hosting the CCA Regional Time Trial Road Race Championship in Cumberland County truly indicates the strong grass roots base that cycling has in southeastern N.C.," said Aldo Palacios, Race Director. "On behalf of Hawley's Bicycle World and the Cross Creek Cycling Club (C4), we are thrilled to host this exciting day of amateur bike racing." The Regional Time Trial Road Cycling Championship will feature masters, elite, juniors and para-cyclists in men's and women's race divisions. Racers will compete for coveted 2021 Championship Medals. The 40 kilometer and 20 kilometer race courses start and finish at the Wade Community Fire Department, at 7130 Powell Street, Wade, North Carolina. "We are so very appreciative of the support from the Wade Fire Department. They have been very generous to provide the race staging area, parking and free camping," said Palacios. Christina Kenon, President of Cross Creek Cycling Club, said that "this cycling championship is the start of a collaborative effort between the cycling community, Cumberland County, and the surrounding areas to bring high quality amateur bike racing to the region." The public is invited to attend as either free of charge spectators, or as competitors. The race is scheduled for a start time of 8 a.m. on May 22. For more information go to the CCA Regional Time Trial Road Race Facebook page at: https:// w w w.facebook.com/2021-CCA-Regional-NCSC- Time-Trial-Championship 107284904175792 This event is permitted and sanctioned by USA Cycling (the governing body for national and Olympic cycling in the USA) as well as permitted by the NC State Department of Transportation. The event is presented by the Cross Creek Cycling Club (C4) and sponsored by Hawley's Bicycle World, Dirtbag Ales Brewery and Taproom, Ben Stout Construction, Fayetteville Otolaryngology, Bob Miarer Auto Service, Authentique Café, and Allison's Latino Food Truck. Go to w w w.crosscreekcyclingclub.org to learn more about them. For more information contact Mike Thomas at mikethomas1@embarqmail.com or 910-723-4052. SPORTS CARLOS BODDEN, FTCC Dept. Chair of IT/Cloud Management. Com- ments? 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