Security Certifications
Security certifications spanning network security, identity, and enterprise security management.
Certification Status
| Certification | Exam Code | Status | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
CCNP Security |
350-701 SCOR + Concentration |
EARNED |
10-Nov-2027 |
Security+ |
SY0-301 (originally) |
EARNED 2011-11-01 |
Nov 2029 (CE) |
CISSP |
CISSP |
PENDING |
Target 2026 |
CyberOps Associate |
200-201 CBROPS |
PENDING |
Target 2026 |
Cisco Security Specialists (Auto-Earned)
Extended to 2029 via AIBIZ CEUs.
| Specialist | Source Exam | Active Since | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
Security Core |
350-701 SCOR |
2018-02-24 |
28-Feb-2029 |
Security Identity Management |
300-715 SISE |
2017-10-06 |
28-Feb-2029 |
Network Security VPN |
300-730 SVPN |
2018-01-27 |
28-Feb-2029 |
Network Security Firewalls |
300-710 SNCF |
2018-02-24 |
28-Feb-2029 |
Web Content Security |
300-725 SWSA |
2017-11-14 |
28-Feb-2029 |
CCNP Security
Core Exam: 350-701 SCOR
Duration |
120 minutes |
Questions |
90-110 |
Passing |
825/1000 |
Cost |
$400 |
Topics
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Security concepts (25%)
-
Network security (20%)
-
Cloud security (15%)
-
Content security (15%)
-
Endpoint protection (10%)
-
Secure access (15%)
Concentration Exams (Pick One)
| Exam | Code | Focus |
|---|---|---|
SISE |
300-715 |
Identity Services Engine (your specialty) |
SVPN |
300-730 |
VPN technologies |
SNCF |
300-710 |
Firepower/FTD |
SWSA |
300-725 |
Web Security Appliance |
SESA |
300-720 |
Email Security Appliance |
Kernel Relevance
| CCNP Security Topic | Kernel Location |
|---|---|
Firewalls/ACLs |
|
VPNs/IPsec |
|
802.1X/MACsec |
|
Cryptography |
|
Threat detection |
eBPF, Falco, Tetragon |
SISE Specialist (300-715) - Your Specialty
Cisco ISE configuration and troubleshooting - your core expertise.
Topics
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Architecture and deployment (10%)
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Identity management (15%)
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Access policy (25%)
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Guest/BYOD (15%)
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Profiling (10%)
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TrustSec (10%)
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Web authentication (10%)
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Compliance/posture (5%)
Daily Application
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EAP-TLS deployment (home enterprise)
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netapi CLI for ISE automation
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dACL management
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DataConnect SQL queries
CISSP (Pending)
Eight Domains
| Domain | Focus | Weight |
|---|---|---|
1. Security & Risk Management |
Governance, compliance, ethics |
15% |
2. Asset Security |
Data classification, handling |
10% |
3. Security Architecture |
Design principles, models |
13% |
4. Communication & Network |
Secure design, channels |
13% |
5. IAM |
Identity, access control |
13% |
6. Security Assessment |
Testing, auditing |
12% |
7. Security Operations |
Monitoring, incident response |
13% |
8. Software Development Security |
SDLC, secure coding |
11% |
Study Strategy
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"Think like a manager" not engineer
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Official (ISC)2 Study Guide
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Boson practice exams
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Kernel roadmap shows how technical depth supports Domain 3, 4, 6
CyberOps Associate (Pending)
Exam: 200-201 CBROPS
Duration |
120 minutes |
Questions |
95-105 |
Cost |
$330 |
Topics
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Security concepts (20%)
-
Security monitoring (25%)
-
Host-based analysis (20%)
-
Network intrusion analysis (20%)
-
Security policies (15%)
Kernel Relevance
SOC work involves understanding kernel-level indicators: - Syscall analysis (strace, eBPF) - Network packet inspection (tcpdump, Wireshark → kernel capture) - Process forensics (procfs, /proc/<pid>/*) - Memory analysis (kernel structures)
Security+
Exam: SY0-701
Duration |
90 minutes |
Questions |
90 |
Passing |
750/900 |
Cost |
$392 |
Topics
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General security concepts (12%)
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Threats, vulnerabilities, mitigations (22%)
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Security architecture (18%)
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Security operations (28%)
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Security program management (20%)
Vendor-neutral foundation that complements Cisco security stack.