CCNA Security

About the CCNA Security Certification

Cisco’s CCNA Security certification is an international, vendor-neutral certification for computer support technicians. CCNA security certification certifies associate-level knowledge and skills required to secure Cisco networks. The CCNA Security highlights core security technologies, the installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices, and competency in the technologies that Cisco uses in its security structure. Cisco Security certification will be helpful for those professionals in enhancing employment opportunities for Network administrator, Network manager etc. The CCNA Security certification is helpful for professionals who have entry-level certifications in related technologies to upgrade their credentials and get recognition from the industry.

The certification requires you to pass the following exam:

• IINS 640-553: Cisco CCNA Security

For more information on CCNA Security certification, please visit Cisco’s CCNA Security Certification page.

Career Options with a Cisco CCNA Security Certification

Earning a Cisco CCNA Security Essentials certification after you pass the 640-553 exam open up multiple career options for the entry level IT professional. You may choose to work as Network administrator, Network manager etc. or even, open your own networking security service company.

Requirements for the Cisco CCNA Security certification

There is only one pre-requisite for CCNA security certification exam, i.e., the candidate must have a valid CCNA certification.

Preparing for the CCNA Security certification

There is no quick mantra for success. Several studies have shown that the best way to learn is to take a test! Practice tests that is. Taking practice tests before a subsequent exam appear to be the most popular method of learning, even more favored that other popular methods such as repetition and concept mapping.

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Benefits of the Cisco CCNA Security certification

The new Cisco CCNA Security certification can help you verify the specialized security skills that are in high demand among employers.

• The potential salary is another important factor. Industry surveys show that IT specialists receive higher compensation. TCPmag.com reports in a 2006-2007 survey that workers holding a Cisco CCSP certification had an average annual salary of nearly US $94,000.
• All of the CCNA concentrations help you to distinguish yourself in the highly competitive world of IT networking. CCNA Security takes full advantage of your current CCNA certification as a foundation, while specifically preparing you for new career opportunities in network security.
• CCNA remains the certification of choice for individuals who want to demonstrate a solid foundation in core routing and switching skills, and then later advance as network generalists.

For companies, it brings a standardized measurement of competency, helps lower training costs and typically results in higher customer satisfaction levels because of the high skill level and professionalism of those with an CCNA Security certification. In fact, many technology companies such as Microsoft, HP, CompTIA, CompuCom and Ricoh mandate their service technicians to be Cisco CCNA Security certified.