What is Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer?

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) was a certification offered by Microsoft that validated expertise in designing, implementing, and managing technology infrastructure solutions. While the original MCSE certification has been retired and replaced by role-based certifications (like Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert), it was commonly used by IT professionals to demonstrate their skills in areas such as server administration, networking, and cloud technologies using Microsoft products. Historically, MCSE certified professionals were often hired for roles such as network administrators, systems engineers, and IT consultants.