CCNP Security Certification and Training

The CCNP Security certification program prepares you for today’s professional-level job roles in security technologies. One of the industry’s most respected certifications, CCNP validates the core knowledge you need while providing the flexibility to choose a focus area.

To earn CCNP Security, you pass two exams: a core exam and a concentration exam of your choice.

• The core exam, Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (350-701 SCOR), focuses on your knowledge of security infrastructure including network security, cloud security, content security, endpoint protection and detection, secure network access, visibility, and enforcements.
  • You can prepare for this exam by taking the training course, Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR).
  • The core exam is also the qualifying exam for CCIE Security certification. Passing this exam helps toward earning both of these certifications
• Concentration exams focus on emerging and industry-specific topics such as Cisco Firepower, identity services, email security, web security, VPNs, and automation. You can prepare for concentration exams by taking corresponding Cisco training courses. Choose your CCNP Security concentration exam from these options:
  • Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower (300-710 SNCF) Recommended training: Securing Data Center Networks and VPNs with Cisco Secure Firewall Threat Defense (SFWIPA) and Fundamentals of Cisco Firewall Threat Defense and Intrusion Prevention (SFWIPF)
  • Implementing and Configuring Cisco Identity Services Engine (300-715 SISE)
  • Securing Email with Cisco Email Security Appliance (300-720 SESA)
  • Securing the Web with Cisco Web Security Appliance (300-725 SWSA)
  • Implementing Secure Solutions with Virtual Private Networks (300-730 SVPN)
  • Automating and Programming Cisco Security Solutions (300-735 SAUTO)
  • Designing and Implementing Secure Cloud Access for Users and Endpoints (SCAZT 300-740)