Keith Barker
Networking & Network Security
Cisco Training for Network, Security, and Automation Teams
Standardize your network team on Cisco with structured certification paths from CCNA through CCNP Enterprise. Cover routing, switching, security, and automation.
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Where teams start
Most Popular Cisco Certifications
Core Cisco certification paths for teams standardizing role coverage across network administration, enterprise routing and switching, automation, security, data center, and collaboration. Each course pairs expert-led video with practice exams, and the CCNA, CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, and CCST paths add Cisco IOS labs.
Labs
Cisco CCNA 200-301 v2.0
This associate-level Cisco CCNA 200-301 training gives IT teams a structured, consistent networking baseline so first-line issues get resolved without constant escalation. It covers foundational topics including network models, topologies, cabling, IPv4 subnetting/VLSM, IPv6, and wireless. Staff come away able to configure and troubleshoot Cisco IOS CLI, VLANs, 802.1Q trunks, inter-VLAN routing, single-area OSPFv2/OSPFv3, CDP/LLDP, security fundamentals, and AI-assisted networking. Hands-on labs lock in these skills so staff can configure core infrastructure, isolate faults, and troubleshoot wireless clients and OSPF adjacencies. Playlists, Virtual Labs, Practice Exams, and Team Reporting help training managers structure learning paths, provide safe hands-on practice, validate readiness before the 200-301 exam, and track progress.
Keith Barker, Jeff Kish
ProfessionalLabs
CCNP ENCOR
Advance your networking career with this CCNP ENCOR (350-401) v1.2 training, and get ready to earn the CCNP Enterprise certification. Learn advanced routing, network security, network automation, and virtualization technologies like VRF and GRE tunneling to manage complex networks. This training covers key exam topics such as Cisco SD-WAN, SD-Access, QoS configuration, and Cisco DNA Center workflows. You'll leverage virtual labs and a 350-401 ENCOR practice exam to gain hands-on experience configuring Cisco hardware and software. You'll also build essential skills in troubleshooting, Multicast tree architectures, and infrastructure security. This ENCOR training is ideal for network administrators and IT teams, and equips you with the advanced skills you need to thrive in enterprise environments.
Jeff Kish, Keith Barker, John McGovern
ProfessionalLabs
CCNP AUTOCOR
This CCNP Automation core training prepares network engineers for the 350-901 AUTOCOR exam, so you can automate, scale, and secure modern networks using infrastructure-as-code. This network automation training focuses on the real work of NetDevOps: managing configurations, pipelines, and operational workflows with tools that network teams actually use. With virtual labs, you’ll learn how network automation tools fit together, the role of APIs in network automation, and how to design systems that are testable, repeatable, and secure. You'll get familiar with API-driven Cisco enterprise platforms and controller-based networking solutions. You’ll also build a foundation in AI for network engineers, understanding how LLMs can assist with scripting, troubleshooting, and automated network operations.
John McGovern
Professional
CCNP Data Center
Learn to configure and operate modern Cisco data centers in this CCNP Data Center course. Build practical skills for implementing and managing network, compute, storage, automation, and security technologies while you prepare for the 350-601 v1.2 DCCOR certification exam. The course focuses on modern tools and cutting-edge approaches used in today’s cloud-connected and AI-powered environments, like VXLAN EVPN, Intersight-managed systems, NFS, and iSCSI. Through hands-on training that’s actually relevant to real-world jobs, learn how to operate, scale, and modernize enterprise data center infrastructure and pass the core exam for the CCNP Data Center.
Jeff Kish, David Smith
Labs
Cisco CCNP ISE (300-715 SISE)
Network access control is one of the riskiest changes an IT team can make. A misconfigured 802.1X rollout can lock every user off the network, while unmanaged endpoints, guests, and BYOD devices widen the attack surface. This course gives network and security teams a methodical way to deploy Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) and enforce identity-based access across wired, wireless, and VPN connections without causing outages or help desk spikes. It is built for Network Engineers and Security Engineers on the CCNP Security track. Learners plan ISE node personas and redundancy, integrate ISE with Active Directory and LDAP, and stage 802.1X in phases on IOS switches and Cisco WLCs. They also cover MAB, IBNS 2.0, and Local and Central WebAuth for devices that can't run 802.1X. Later skills cover TACACS+ device administration, TrustSec micro-segmentation with staged approver workflows, and posture policies so only compliant endpoints get access. For IT Directors and Team Leads, the 94 skills break into focused 45 to 90 minute segments, so you can assign MAB, guest portals, TrustSec, or posture to match current projects. Virtual labs mirror the course topology, and team reporting tracks progress and completion as your team works toward the 300-715 SISE exam. The result is a team that can design, deploy, and support ISE in-house.
Kelvin Tran, Bob Salmans
Labs
Cisco CCNA
This Cisco CCNA training fully prepares you for the 200-301 v1.1 exam — and to earn your Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. Master core network fundamentals, IP connectivity, VLAN configuration, routing protocols (OSPF, static), LAN switching, NAT, DHCP, and VPN services. Explore network automation, cloud networking, and leveraging artificial intelligence in networking. You'll also gain access to unlimited CCNA practice exams and virtual labs that simulate enterprise-scale network scenarios with routers, switches, VLANs, and wireless controllers. These realistic practice tests and hands-on lab environments help you build confidence and practical skills before exam day. Start your CCNA certification journey here.
Jeff Kish, Keith Barker, John McGovern
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Cisco Certifications by Level
The most popular Cisco courses at each certification level — from first credentials for new team members through expert and specialty tracks.
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Tier 1 — Entry Certifications
First credentials for new team members and cross-trained roles — the on-ramp before vendor specialization.
EntryLabs
CCST Networking
Become a Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) with hands‑on, entry‑level Cisco CCST Networking (100-150) training that simplifies the complex. Learn with expert-led lessons, and fortify your skills with virtual labs. You’ll master foundational building blocks from TCP/IP, OSI models, and protocols like HTTP, DNS, DHCP. You'll also dive in to IPv4/IPv6 addressing, subnetting, and connectivity on Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS. Learn to troubleshoot using Wireshark, Cisco commands, and real‑world methodologies. Get practical, get certified, and get working.
Bob Salmans
EntryLabs
CCST Cybersecurity
Practical training to prepare for the Cisco CCST Cybersecurity exam. This entry‑level course takes you through essential security principles, from CIA triad and attack types to defenses like hardening and network segmentation. Learn real‑world threat and vulnerability types such as malware, phishing, denial of service, IoT exploits, and social engineering. You’ll walk through access management (AAA, MFA, RADIUS), encryption (hashing, certificates, PKI) for data at rest, in transit, and in use. Dive into TCP/IP vulnerabilities, network architecture (IDS/IPS, DMZ, VPN, NAC), and secure wireless setups. Master OS-level security for Windows, macOS, and Linux, endpoint tools like netstat and tcpdump, patching and compliance, and log analysis. Finally, explore vulnerability and risk management, threat intelligence, disaster recovery, plus SIEM, forensic, and incident response frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK and NIST. Learn in bite‑sized videos, designed to help you get certified and start protecting networks.
James Conrad, John Munjoma
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Certification tier
Tier 2 — Associate Certifications
Core role credentials — the level most teams standardize on for day-to-day operations.
AssociateLabs
CCNA Cybersecurity
This CCNA Cybersecurity training prepares you for the Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (200-201 CCNACBR) v1.2 exam (formerly called Cisco CyberOps). With virtual labs and unlimited practice exams included, you’ll gain experience with SIEM, NetFlow, tcpdump, malware analysis, access control models, and incident response workflows based on NIST.SP800‑61. You'll also learn how to detect network, application, and endpoint threats, investigate attacks like DDoS or man‑in‑the‑middle, and apply defense‑in‑depth. This course is deal for entry‑level security analysts or engineers ready to earn their CCNA Cybersecurity certification and launch an SOC career.
Keith Barker, Bob Salmans, John Munjoma, Kelvin Tran
Associate
CCNA Automation
Accelerate your networking career with the new CCNA Automation certification (formerly the Cisco DevNet Associate 200-901 DEVASC). Designed for DevOps engineers and IT pros, this training aligns with 200-901 CCNAAUTO v1.1 exam objectives to help you modernize your infrastructure skills. Get hands-on with Cisco APIs, automation frameworks, and Python scripts. Plus, stay ahead with AI-assisted coding using tools like Cursor to boost your deployment speed. Whether you’re moving into AI-driven networking or updating your DevNet skills, this course can help you bridge the gap between manual CLI and dynamic, programmable networks.
Knox Hutchinson, Jeff Kish
Labs
Cisco CCNA 200-301 v2.0
This associate-level Cisco CCNA 200-301 training gives IT teams a structured, consistent networking baseline so first-line issues get resolved without constant escalation. It covers foundational topics including network models, topologies, cabling, IPv4 subnetting/VLSM, IPv6, and wireless. Staff come away able to configure and troubleshoot Cisco IOS CLI, VLANs, 802.1Q trunks, inter-VLAN routing, single-area OSPFv2/OSPFv3, CDP/LLDP, security fundamentals, and AI-assisted networking. Hands-on labs lock in these skills so staff can configure core infrastructure, isolate faults, and troubleshoot wireless clients and OSPF adjacencies. Playlists, Virtual Labs, Practice Exams, and Team Reporting help training managers structure learning paths, provide safe hands-on practice, validate readiness before the 200-301 exam, and track progress.
Keith Barker, Jeff Kish
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Certification tier
Tier 3 — Professional Certifications
Advanced credentials for the engineers who own design, escalation, and complex environments.
ProfessionalLabs
ENARSI
This ENARSI 300-410 v1.1 training focuses on implementing advanced enterprise routing technologies and services, while preparing you for the CCNP Enterprise concentration exam with unlimited practice exams and virtual labs. It’s for people who want to deepen their understanding of Layer 3 routing, VPN services, infrastructure security, and core network services used in real enterprise environments. The course covers how to deploy and operate technologies like OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS, and DMVPN, along with the policies and controls that keep large networks stable and secure. Troubleshooting plays a larger role in ENARSI v1.1, so this updated course emphasizes how to diagnose routing and service issues using telemetry, NetFlow, and Cisco Catalyst Center Assurance.
Keith Barker, Knox Hutchinson
Labs
300-420 ENSLD
Learn to design enterprise networks that are resilient, secure, and ready for hybrid and cloud environments with this CCNP Enterprise course. This 300-420 ENSLD v1.1 training reflects Cisco’s updated exam. It focuses on how modern enterprise networks are actually designed, covering routing and addressing strategies, high-availability campus design, SD-WAN and cloud connectivity, multicast and QoS, plus automation and telemetry concepts. Don't just memorize configurations. Practice making the kinds of design decisions engineers face when building campus and WAN networks that connect cleanly to cloud services.
Jeff Kish, Knox Hutchinson, John McGovern
Professional
CCNP Data Center
Learn to configure and operate modern Cisco data centers in this CCNP Data Center course. Build practical skills for implementing and managing network, compute, storage, automation, and security technologies while you prepare for the 350-601 v1.2 DCCOR certification exam. The course focuses on modern tools and cutting-edge approaches used in today’s cloud-connected and AI-powered environments, like VXLAN EVPN, Intersight-managed systems, NFS, and iSCSI. Through hands-on training that’s actually relevant to real-world jobs, learn how to operate, scale, and modernize enterprise data center infrastructure and pass the core exam for the CCNP Data Center.
Jeff Kish, David Smith
ProfessionalLabs
CCNP ENCOR
Advance your networking career with this CCNP ENCOR (350-401) v1.2 training, and get ready to earn the CCNP Enterprise certification. Learn advanced routing, network security, network automation, and virtualization technologies like VRF and GRE tunneling to manage complex networks. This training covers key exam topics such as Cisco SD-WAN, SD-Access, QoS configuration, and Cisco DNA Center workflows. You'll leverage virtual labs and a 350-401 ENCOR practice exam to gain hands-on experience configuring Cisco hardware and software. You'll also build essential skills in troubleshooting, Multicast tree architectures, and infrastructure security. This ENCOR training is ideal for network administrators and IT teams, and equips you with the advanced skills you need to thrive in enterprise environments.
Jeff Kish, Keith Barker, John McGovern
Professional
CCNP Security
This CCNP Security training is designed to help you get comfortable with the 300-710 SNCF exam objectives, and earn your CCNP Security certification. Taught by networking expert Keith Barker and cybersecurity professional Bob Salmans, this course focuses on securing networks with Cisco Firewalls, including Firepower Threat Defense and Management Center. This training is ideal for Network Security Engineers and System Administrators seeking rigorous 300-710 SNCF exam prep, as well as IT managers looking for a streamlined onboarding tool or a high-level Cisco training resource for their technical teams.
Keith Barker, Bob Salmans
Professional
CCNP Service Provider
This intermediate Cisco CCNP Service Provider training prepares network engineers for the 350-501 SPCOR exam, the core requirement for the CCNP Service Provider certification. The training covers the full scope of service provider network engineering, including core architecture, networking, segment routing, QoS, and automation. Gain hands-on expertise with technologies such as Segment Routing for IPv6 (SRv6), Routed Optical Networks, App-Hosting on IOS XR and IOS XE, BGP PIC and Additional Paths, Segment Routing Flexible Algorithm, and Secure Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP). This Cisco training is designed to help you build and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient service provider networks.
David Smith, John McGovern, Keith Barker
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Operational readiness for critical roles
Structured networking and infrastructure paths give teams a shared baseline before outages, migrations, and escalations test them.
What the team gets: Reduce single points of failure across network, cloud, security, and systems administration responsibilities.
Frequently asked questions about Cisco training
Common questions IT directors ask when evaluating Cisco training for their team.
How do you measure ROI on Cisco training for a team?
The metrics that matter aren't seat-time or completion percentages — they're operational. For Cisco teams, start with MTTR, onboarding time for new network hires, incident volume, and certification coverage by role. CBT Nuggets gives managers the reporting surface to track completion and capability coverage while the training itself keeps engineers moving through the right Cisco path.
How does CBT Nuggets handle Cisco cert refreshes for a team?
Cisco certifications expire after 3 years. CBT Nuggets helps managers keep refresh work organized through assigned training paths, progress visibility, and updated Cisco catalog content as tracks change. When Cisco renames or restructures a track, updated courses can stay aligned with the same team training plan instead of forcing managers to rebuild from scratch.
Does this work for compliance training programs?
Yes. Team reporting helps managers document assigned training, completion, and certification coverage for internal governance or audit conversations. Teams in regulated industries can pair Cisco training paths with the broader CBT Nuggets platform features designed for team visibility, access control, and reporting.
Which Cisco certification should our team start with?
It depends on the team's current operating environment. For greenfield network teams or new hires, the CCNA is the right baseline — it covers routing, switching, security fundamentals, and automation in one cert. Existing CCNA-holders moving into specialized roles should pick a CCNP track that matches what your network actually runs (Enterprise for routed/switched campuses, Security for Cisco-firewall shops, Data Center for UCS/ACI environments, Collaboration for UCM/Webex shops). Teams operating legacy environments often start with CCST as an on-ramp.
Cisco renamed several certifications recently — is the training still current?
Cisco has been aligning the DevNet tracks with automation terminology — DevNet Associate is moving under the CCNA Automation umbrella, DevNet Professional under CCNP Automation, and DevNet Expert under CCIE Automation. CBT Nuggets updates Cisco course titles and paths as the catalog changes so managers can keep assignments aligned with the language their teams and vendors use.
Is the CCNA still relevant for IT teams in 2026?
Yes. The CCNA remains a widely recognized entry-level networking certification and is updated regularly to include modern topics (network automation, security fundamentals, programmability). For most IT teams, it's the baseline every network engineer should hold — it gives the team a shared technical vocabulary, proves capability to leadership and auditors, and is the prerequisite for the specialized CCNP tracks where your senior bench will live.
Can our team learn Cisco without prior IT experience?
Yes, and many teams do. The CCST tracks (Networking and Cybersecurity) are designed as an on-ramp for new hires moving into network or security roles. After CCST, the natural progression is the CCNA. Each course pairs expert-led video with hands-on Cisco IOS virtual labs, so engineers can apply concepts immediately rather than just watching. Most teams budget 4–6 months from a cold start to CCNA pass.