An Associate Google Workspace Administrator is responsible for the daily management of a Google Workspace environment to help team members to collaborate and communicate safely and effectively. Their core duties include managing user accounts, configuring core Workspace services like Gmail and Drive, and ensuring security and compliance of Workspace data. This individual also manages tasks such as setting up organizational units, managing groups, configuring sharing permissions, and troubleshooting common issues.
Related job roles: IT administrator, systems administrator, help desk personnel, technical support engineer, collaboration engineer
The Associate Google Workspace Administrator certification assesses your ability to:
- Manage user accounts and objects
- Manage core Workspace services
- Support data governance and compliance
- Manage security policies and access controls
- Manage endpoints
- Troubleshoot common issues
Prerequisites
Recommended experience: 6 months of Google Workspace Super Admin experience in a real or test environment. Hands-on experience with Business Plus edition and knowledge of Enterprise Edition features and functionality.
Exams and recommended training
Recertification
Candidates must recertify in order to maintain their certification status. This certification is valid for three years from the date of certification. Recertification is accomplished by retaking the exam during the recertification eligibility time period and achieving a passing score. You may attempt recertification starting 180 days prior to your certification expiration date.