Cisco Security Solutions and Design Specialist (CSSDS)

Designed for Channel Partners, the Cisco Security Solutions and Design Specialist can assess customer needs, sell, and design Cisco Self Defending Networks that protect vital assets, reduce costs, and improve productivity. Cisco Security Solutions and Design Specialists understand the key components of the Cisco Self-Defending Network strategy, including Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA), Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Network Admission Control (NAC) and Cisco Security Monitoring Analysis and Response System (CS MARS).

Prerequisites

Valid CCDA certification or any CCIE Certification can act as a pre-requisite.

Recommended training for this certification

Security Solutions for Systems Engineers v 3.0 (SSSE)*

* for Cisco Channel Partners only; general candidates contact your Cisco Learning Partner for available training

Exams

  • 642-566 SSSE

Recertification

Complete one of the following recertification options every two years:

  • Re-take and pass all exams for each Specialist certification indicated on the specific certification page. Please note: this includes ALL exams whether refreshed or not.
  • Pass a current CCIE or CCDE written exam

Achieving or recertifying CCDE or any CCIE automatically extends your active Specialist certification(s) up to the point of expiration of the last certification achieved.