CCIE Security (CCIES Security)

The CCIE Security Certification is the industry standard for recognition and rewards for Network Security Engineers who have demonstrated expert level performance in implementation, configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco network security solutions . Attaining and maintaining this performance-based, practical certification proves skills only achievable by distinct experts in the network security field and carries a prestige and honor that is envied by security professionals worldwide. Not only must a Security CCIE prove their theoretical knowledge of security best practices, they most perform them in a lab environment with real equipment using real-world scenarios. Therefore, the CCIE Security is considered one of the most advanced Network Security Certifications available and qualifies candidates to manage, lead, and design the most complex network security teams and projects available in the Industry.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites for CCIE certification. Other professional certifications or training courses are not required. Instead, candidates must first pass a written qualification exam and then the corresponding hands-on lab exam. You are expected to have an in-depth understanding of the topics in the exam blueprints and strongly encouraged to have three to five years of job experience before attempting certification.

Recommended training for this certification

Configuring ASA and PIX Security Appliances (FREE Online Cisco Quick Learning Modules - web-based)
Configuring IPS 4200 Series Sensors (FREE Online Cisco Quick Learning Modules - web-based)
Security & VPN Quick Learning Modules (FREE Online web-based)
Cisco IOS and IP Routing Quick Learning Modules (FREE Online web-based)
Assess Your Skills (FREE Online web-based)
Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices Part 1, Version 1.1 (ICND1)
Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices Part 2, Version 1.1 (ICND2)
Implementing Cisco IP Routing (ROUTE)
Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH)
Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks (TSHOOT)
Securing Networks with Cisco Routers and Switches (SECURE)
Deploying Cisco ASA Firewall Features (FIREWALL) Version 2.0 (FIREWALL)
Deploying Cisco ASA VPN Solutions (VPN)
Implementing Cisco Intrusion Prevention System 7.0 (IPS 7)
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Implementing Cisco Network Admission Control (NAC)

Exams

350-018 Security Qualification Exam
and
Security Lab Exam

Recertification

CCIE Recertification Exam after 2 years.