A closer look at the most popular certifications and their associated pay.
CompTIA Server+ - $84,997
CompTIA certifications are international, vendor-neutral certifications that validate a candidate’s knowledge of a specific field. The CompTIA Server+ certification demonstrates the IT professional‘s knowledge of server hard ware, software, storage, IT environment, disaster recovery, and troubleshooting. It is recommended that technical support professionals have 18 to 24 months experience in supporting servers and server technology. While not a prerequisite, it is recommended that candidates have a CompTIA A+ certification as well.