Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security

Course fee

Cost: R3 500.00

Deposit: R875.00

Monthly instalment: R875.00 x 3

Study duration: We recommend a total of 60 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 2 months.

Skillsoft course access: 12 months

About the course

Course code: C01067

This course is intended for:

• Candidates who want to expand on the foundations of associate-level certifications and progress to professional-level certifications.
• Experienced IT professionals who want to prove their skills with Cisco and Cisco-adjacent cybersecurity technologies.

You will learn the following skills:

• Security concepts: Identify common threats and vulnerabilities. Understand key concepts like encryption, virtual private networks (VPNs), and techniques used to prevent attacks.
• Network security: Compare security solutions, be able to set up and manage firewalls, implement preventative security measures, and configure secure remote access solutions.
• Securing the cloud: Describe different clouds and services, and understand how to securely manage cloud applications.
• Content security: Understand how to redirect and capture web traffic, verify user identities, compare security solutions, and set up email security features, such as spam filtering and encryption.

Popular career options include:

• CloudOps Engineer
• CyberOps Analyst
• CyberOps Engineer
• Network Administrator
• Network Automation Engineer
• Network Engineer
• Security Analyst
• Security Engineer
• Systems Engineer

Modules and topics covered:

350-701: Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR)

• SCOR: Security Basics & Common Threats
• SCOR: Security Vulnerabilities, Attack Mitigations, & Cryptographic Solutions
• SCOR: PKI & IKE
• SCOR: VPNs, Security Intelligence, & Social Engineering Attacks
• SCOR: SDN APIs & Security Appliance API Calls
• SCOR: Security Models & Frameworks
• SCOR: DHCP Snooping, DAI, IP Source Guard, Private VLANs, & Storm Control
• SCOR: Port Security, VLAN Hopping, Network Hardening, & Access Control
• SCOR: Network Access & Secure Network Management
• SCOR: Configuring and Verifying VPN & IPsec
• SCOR: Cloud Deployment, Service Models, Responsibilities, & Security
• SCOR: Cisco Firepower, Traffic Management, Identity, & Authentication
• SCOR: Working with ESA, CES, & WSA
• SCOR: Cisco Umbrella & Endpoint Security
• SCOR: MDM, MFA, & Endpoint Solutions
• SCOR: Guest Services, BYOD, 802.1X, & COA
• SCOR: Device Compliance, Exfiltration, Telemetry, & Security Products

300-710: Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower (SNCF)

• SNCF: Cisco Firewall, IPS Systems, & the FMCV in AWS
• SNCF: FMCV Deployment & Initial Setup
• SNCF: Deploying NGFWV & Adding It to the FMCv
• SNCF: NGFW Modes, Interface Types, & Link Redundancy
• SNCF: Failover, Multi-instance Deployments, & Clustering
• SNCF: FMC Settings, Object Management, & Intrusion Rules
• SNCF: Access Control, FTD, & Prefilter Policies
• SNCF: Security Intelligence & Policies
• SNCF: Network Discovery, Identity and DNS Policies, & Correlation
• SNCF: NAT, QoS, VPN, & Device Management
• SNCF: Dashboards, Reporting, Troubleshooting, Packet Capture, & Cisco AMP

Admission requirements

Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites, but it is recommended that candidates have knowledge equivalent to the associate level (CCNA) and some experience with security technologies.

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Intermediate.

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Accreditation status

Course type: Industry endorsed

Industry partner: Cisco

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: College SA

Assessment details

• Online assessments via the Skillsoft Learner Management System.
• At the end of the course, students can request a certificate of course completion.
• Students who then opt to proceed with the external industry exam(s) are directed to the relevant vendor.

Exam information:

• External industry exams:
  • 350-701: Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR)
  • 300-710: Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower (SNCF)
• Exam format: A combination of multiple choice and performance-based questions.
• Duration:
  • 350-701: 120 minutes
  • 300-710: 90 minutes
• Passing score:
  • 350-701: 750-850 out of 1000
  • 300-710: 750-850 out of 1000
• Delivery method: Pearson VUE testing centre or online proctored exam.
• Exam fees: Not included in the course fee.

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What to expect

Dedicated support team

We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.

Exam booking assistance

Depending on your chosen course you will either receive advice or assistance in booking certain exams yourself, or our exam team will make a booking on your behalf. Our team will advise you on the venue closest to you, assist with booking a seat, and confirm the time, date and logistics for your exam sitting. College SA also offers discounted exam vouchers for numerous IT certification exams.

Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access

Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, and mentoring. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.