I've been working in SRE/DevOps for over a decade, mainly in on-prem environments involving CI/CD, automation, and incident response. As I look for new opportunities, I'm noticing that recruiters often prioritize cloud experience, especially with platforms like AWS and Kubernetes. While I'm confident I can learn quickly, I feel my lack of in-depth cloud experience is holding me back from getting past recruiter screenings. I want to remain focused on SRE/DevOps but realize that cloud skills are essential in today's job market. How can I better showcase my on-prem skills on my resume and LinkedIn? Do certifications really help with recruiter filtering? What strategies can I use to build my cloud credibility without years of cloud experience? I'd love to hear insights from others who've faced similar challenges. Thanks!
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Honestly, it's wild how recruiters sometimes flip the requirements! I had cloud experience, and still got asked why I didn’t have on-prem experience. Just keep pushing your skills! Just get familiar with the cloud lingo and you'll catch on fast. It’s really just about learning the new terms for things you already know!
Exactly! It’s a strange market out there.
Haha, right? The industry is all over the place!