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Cyberthreats are ever-evolving, which means our response must evolve too. When you earn your CCNP Security certification, you prove that you can step into the cybersecurity environment and protect the networks and data that clients rely on.
Showcase your knowledge of enterprise infrastructure, virtualization, assurance, security, and automation on the SCOR exam and then demonstrate your specialist skills in a concentration exam of your choice. Pass both exams to earn your certification.
Cisco Security exam updates
As part of our Certification Roadmaps review cycle, our CCNP Security exams will be updating soon. The last date to test for the current exams is July 19, 2023. Candidates can expect to be tested on the new exam material starting July 20, 2023.
Learn moreExams and trainings
Step 1: Take the Core exam and recommended training
Exam
350-701 SCOR exam
Test your knowledge and skills with operating core security technologies, including security for networks, cloud, and content.
Training
Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR)
Develop the skills and knowledge necessary to secure networks and provide data and user protection and prepare for the 350-701 SCOR exam.
Exam
350-701 SCOR exam
Test your knowledge and skills with operating core security technologies, including security for networks, cloud, and content.
Training
Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR)
Develop the skills and knowledge necessary to secure networks and provide data and user protection and prepare for the 350-701 SCOR exam.
Step 2: Choose one Concentration exam and recommended training
300-710 SNCF
Showcase your knowledge of Cisco Firepower Threat Defense and Firepower 7000 and 8000 Series virtual appliances, including policy configuration, integration, deployment, and management.
Recommended training:
Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next Generation Firewall
300-715 SISE
Prove your ability to deploy and use the Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) to gain network visibility, streamline security policy management, and contribute to operational efficiency.
Recommended training:
Implementing and Configuring Cisco Identity Services Engine
300-720 SESA
Demonstrate your skills with deploying and using the Cisco Email Security Appliance to establish protection for your emails against various attacks and to help streamline email security policy management.
Recommended training:
Securing Email with Cisco Email Security Appliance
300-725 SWSA
Showcase your ability to implement, use, and maintain the Cisco Web Security Appliance (WSA) to provide advanced protection for business email and control against web security threats.
Recommended training:
Securing the Web with Cisco Web Security Appliance
300-730 SVPN
Demonstrate your knowledge of the implementation, configuration, monitoring, and support of enterprise Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions to create secure and encrypted data, remote accessibility, and increased privacy.
Recommended training:
300-735 SAUTO
Demonstrate your ability to design advanced automated security solutions for your network using modern programming concepts.
Recommended training:
Implementing Automation for Cisco Security Solutions
300-740 SCAZT
First date to test: November 20, 2023
This exam certifies a candidate's knowledge of designing and implementing cloud security architecture, user and device security, network and cloud security, application and data security, visibility and assurance, and threat response.
Getting started
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Start your CCNP Security journey
Step 1: Review
Learn more about the CCNP Security program and what it takes to earn your certification.
Step 2: Study and train
Explore our training options and find the plan that's best for you.
Step 3: Connect to our community
Your free Cisco Learning Network membership includes free study resources to supplement your learning journey. Access training videos, webinars and the CCNP Community, where you can ask technical questions, join discussions, and receive study tips to help you achieve your CCNP.
Step 4: Practice
Practice with Cisco labs, simulation tools, and sandboxes.
Step 5: Assess
Test your readiness with official CCNP Security practice questions.
Step 6: Schedule test
Schedule to take your CCNP Security exam online or at a Pearson VUE location available worldwide.
Step 7: Certify
Log in to the Certification Tracking System to see your updated status and claim your digital kit. If this was your final certification exam, congratulations! It’s time to celebrate and tell the world about your accomplishment.
Step 8: Recertify
Keep your certification current and your skills sharp with Continuing Education.
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