Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security

Enhance your career with the Cisco CCNP Security certification. Master end-to-end network security skills and gain a globally recognised qualification to excel in cybersecurity.

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Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security

The Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security certification is a professional-level course designed to expand your skills in designing, implementing, and maintaining secure Cisco networks. This certification is specifically designed for network professionals with three to five years of experience in implementing security solutions.

The course equips you with the latest best practices for network security, covering areas such as network access control, VPNs, firewalls, intrusion prevention, endpoint security, and security automation. Whether you choose full-time study, or part-time, earning the CCNP Security certification showcases your expertise in safeguarding Cisco networks against evolving security threats and attacks.

What you'll learn

Topics
DHCP snooping, DAI, IP source guard, private VLANs & storm control
Security vulnerabilities, attack mitigations, & cryptographic solutions
Cloud deployment, service models, responsibilities, & security
Port security, VLAN hopping, network hardening, & access control
VPNs, security intelligence & social engineering attacks
SDN APIs & security appliance API calls
Network access & secure network management
Configuring and verifying VPN & IPsec
Cisco firepower, traffic management, identity, & authentication
Device compliance, exfiltration, telemetry, & security products
Cisco umbrella & endpoint security
Security basics & common threats
MDM, MFA, & endpoint solutions
Guest services, BYOD, 802.1X, & CoA
Working with ESA, CES, & WSA
Security models & frameworks
PKI & IKE

How you'll be assessed

Your core and concentration assessments will take 120 and 90 minutes to complete and feature multiple-choice and performance-based questions.

Certification

On successfully passing the exam, you’ll be awarded your CCNP: Security certification. This is a digital certificate.

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Course Guide

The key facts about your online training.

Certification

Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security

Study time

80 guided learning hours (Full-time: 1 - 2 months, Part-time: 3 - 4 months)

Assessment

2 x Exams 350-701 (Core), 300-710 (Concentration)

Resources

Internet access and email

Prerequisites

Recommended that CCNP candidates have three to five years of experience implementing security solutions

Ideal for

Cisco network security engineers responsible for security in routers, switches, networking devices and appliances

Vendor

Cisco

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What's included

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What's included
12 months access
BCS membership
Expert support and mentoring
Interactive practice labs
CV and LinkedIn support
Monthly careers workshops
Learning People Alumni membership
TOTUM student card

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Our training is regularly updated to align with the latest technologies and trends, so you can be confident that you're equipped with the most up-to-date knowledge and skills.

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Learning People’s certifications hold real value in your chosen industry. We’ll create your unique pathway, so you’re equipped with the certifications you need for the job you want.

Why become a certified CCNP: Security professional?

Becoming CCNP: Security certified is highly beneficial if you want to accelerate in the network security industry. The course covers a wide range of security topics and can help to deepen your knowledge and skills as a competent network security engineer. This recognised certification boosts your career prospects, demonstrating expertise in securing Cisco networks. Stay up to date with the latest security technologies, adapt to evolving industry needs, and help organisations protect their sensitive data and assets.

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