We’re looking for the 2027 Red Hat Certified Professional of the Year. This award is more than just a title; it’s a testament to the impactful work and dedication that all Red Hat Certified Professionals bring to the open source ecosystem. Every winner uses their hands-on Red Hat expertise to overcome complex challenges and promote continuous innovation.
Meet our 2026 winner
The 2026 Red Hat Certified Professional of the Year, Firas Benbelgacem, a Telco Cloud CaaS Engineer at Orange, worked diligently to earn 17 Red Hat certifications, including up to Red Hat Certified Architect in both Enterprise Linux and OpenShift. Earning these certifications highlights Firas’ commitment to open source technologies and excellence in his field. Read his full story.
Are you next?
If you’re someone who takes advantage of Red Hat technologies to deliver tangible business outcomes, improve system performance, or enhance IT environments, we want to hear your story.
Key dates for the 2026 contest:
- Award submission period began: Sept. 1, 2026
- Submission period ends: Oct. 31, 2026
- Winner announced at Red Hat Summit 2027 (May 25–27, 2027)
Prizes include:
- Recognition during Red Hat Summit 2027
- A 1-year Premium Red Hat Learning Subscription
- A spotlight in a Red Hat success story video
- A Red Hat trophy and fedora
Don’t miss the opportunity to be recognized for your hard work and expertise. We look forward to reading your stories and celebrating the next Red Hat Certified Professional of the Year. Submit your nomination today.
