Security (CCNA Security)
Loading...- Prerequisites & Exams
- Learning Resources
- Data Sheets and Literature
- Frequestly Asked Questions
- Recertification
Prerequisites
A valid CCENT or a valid CCNA Routing and Switching or any CCIE certification can act as a prerequisite.
Exams
Last date to test: February 23, 2020
Required Exam(s)
210-260 IINS
Self-Study E-Learning
Instructor Led Training
Cisco Press
For a complete list of available network security training, visit the Security Training page.
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Data Sheets
- Security Certification Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Cisco Security Certification Overview (PDF)
- Cisco Security Certification Case Study (PDF)
- Read the blog on Importance of Security Training
Videos
Frequently Asked Questions
Recertification
On February 24, 2020 the recertification policy for this exam will be changing. To read more about these changes please click here
CCNA Security certifications are valid for three years. To recertify, pass ONE of the following before the certification expiration date:
- Pass any current Associate-level exam except for ICND1 exam or
- Pass any current 642-XXX Professional-level or any 300-XXX Professional-level exam, or
- Pass any current 642-XXX Cisco Specialist exam (excluding Sales Specialist exams or MeetingPlace Specialist exams, Implementing Cisco TelePresence Installations (ITI) exams, Cisco Leading Virtual Classroom Instruction exams, or any 650 online exams), or
- Pass any current CCIE Written Exam, or
- Pass the current CCDE Written Exam OR current CCDE Practical Exam, or
- Pass the Cisco Certified Architect (CCAr) interview AND the CCAr board review to extend lower certifications.
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