CCNP Security
CCNP Security Certification & Training
Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security) certification program is aligned specifically to the job role of the Cisco Network Security Engineer responsible for Security in Routers, Switches, Networking devices and appliances, as well as choosing, deploying, supporting and troubleshooting Firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS solutions for their networking environments.
The CCNP Security certification continues to be a top certification for IT security professionals. As security concerns continue to dominate the industry, employers are looking for security professionals who have earned the experience and credentials to develop and maintain secure networks.
| Recommended Training | Required Core Exam |
| Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR) | 350-701 SCOR |
| Recommended Training | Concentration Exams |
| Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next Generation Firewall (SSNGFW)
Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next-Generation IPS (SSFIPS) |
300-710 SNCF |
| Implementing and Configuring Cisco Identity Services Engine (SISE) | 300-715 SISE |
| Securing Email with Cisco Email Security Appliance (SESA) | 300-720 SESA |
| Securing the Web with Cisco Web Security Appliance (SWSA) | 300-725 SWSA |
| Implementing Secure Solutions with Virtual Private Networks (SVPN) | 300-730 SVPN |
| Implementing Automation for Cisco Security Solutions (SAUI) | 300-735 SAUTO |
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites for CCNP Security, but you should have a good understanding of the exam topics before taking the exam.
CCNP candidates often also have three to five years of experience implementing security solutions.
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