CCIE Security certifies your ability to implement, operate, and secure advanced networks — take the next step in your career.
Take your security skills to the next level with the CCIE Security certification. By passing both the 350-701 SCOR exam and the hands-on CCIE Security lab exam, you’ll prove your ability to secure complex enterprise networks. From design to deployment and optimization, this certification empowers you to manage and automate security across IPv4 and IPv6 networks. This is your path to becoming a leader in the field of network security.
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| Recommended training | Exams |
|---|---|
| (SCOR) Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies |
Exams: Step 1: Take the qualifying exam 350-701 SCOR Step 2: Take the lab exam CCIE Security Lab Exam |
| CCIE 525 Security |
Recommended knowledge
There are no formal prerequisites for this certification. However, it is recommended that candidates have five to seven years of experience in designing, deploying, operating, and optimizing security technologies and solutions.
Recertification
Your certification is valid for three years. You can renew with Continuing Education credits or retake exams before they expire.
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) recertification
Exam only (Choose one option):
- Pass the current CCDE written exam
- Pass any one expert-level lab or practical exam
- Pass any three separate professional-level concentration exams
- Pass one technology core exam and pass any one professional-level concentration exam (This is also a CCNP certification if done in the same track.)
- Pass any two technology core exams
Combining exams with Continuing Education (CE) credits (Choose one option):
- Earn 120 CE credits
- Earn 40 CE credits AND pass one technology core exam
- Earn 40 CE credits AND pass any two separate professional-level concentration exams
- Earn 80 CE credits AND pass any one professional-level concentration exam