ACE: L1 (Cloud Engineer: Level 1) Eligibility

Yes, for some tracks. The published requirements for the ACE: L1 (Cloud Engineer: Level 1) are: Basic understanding of IP networking (OSI model, routing, switching) Familiarity with cloud computing concepts (IaaS, VPC, subnetting) No prior Arista product experience required Ability to use a web browser and command-line interface

The ACE: L1 (Cloud Engineer: Level 1) is aimed at This certification is designed for network engineers, cloud administrators, and IT professionals who are new to Arista cloud solutions and want to build a solid foundation. It is also suitable for system integrators and consultants who need to demonstrate basic competency in Arista CloudVision and cloud networking. The target audience includes individuals with at least 6-12 months of general networking experience (e.g., CCNA or equivalent) but little to no prior Arista exposure. It is also appropriate for DevOps engineers who require hands-on knowledge of cloud network automation and telemetry. The exam does not assume deep Arista product experience but expects candidates to be familiar with the core concepts of virtualization and IP networking. It is a career starter for those aiming to specialize in Arista-powered cloud data centers or service provider environments..

The exam assesses Cloud networking architecture and virtualization concepts, Arista CloudVision platform operation and management, Basic automation and programmability with CloudVision APIs, Cloud network security fundamentals and monitoring, Troubleshooting common cloud connectivity issues.

Work experience is not required to sit the exam, though the published requirements include experience conditions. What it does affect is your likelihood of passing on the first attempt, because the exam assumes you have worked with the material rather than just read about it. Our assessment puts the cognitive load of this exam at Moderate – requires understanding of both theoretical cloud concepts and practical CloudVision tasks. The exam includes scenario-based questions that demand analytical thinking but stays at an introductory level..

The exam itself has no gate on your CV. The distinction is between being *allowed* to sit it and being *ready* to pass it, and the second one is about what you have actually done with the domains. For this certification our focus is: Certilum’s ACE L1 study plan breaks the broad syllabus into digestible modules with targeted practice exams that mirror the real test format. We highlight automation and CloudVision domains where candidates struggle, using diagnostic analytics to suggest focused revision.

Begin with Arista's official ACE L1 learning path, which includes e-learning modules and hands-on lab exercises. Focus on CloudVision navigation and basic automation as these domains carry the highest weight. Use Arista's free CloudVision sandbox to practice device onboarding and configuration. Supplement with Arista EOS fundamentals if unfamiliar. Review the exam blueprint and focus on Domain 1 and 2 as they represent over half the exam. Allow 4-6 weeks of study, dedicating time each week to hands-on practice.