1. CCNA Security Overview
Updated April 2011

2. CCNA Security Course Subtitle: Size 24, Left Aligned
An in-depth and comprehensive introduction to network security principles and concepts
Provides hands-on knowledge and skills, emphasizing practical experience needed for entry-level job roles in network security
Teaches installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices
Helps prepares students for CCNA Security certification (IINS exam)
CCNA Security course is not a replacement for the Network Security 1 and Network Security 2 (NS1 and NS2) courses

3. Benefits for Students CCNA Security helps students:
Gain an introduction to core security concepts and how to develop security policies and mitigate risks
Acquire skills needed to develop a security infrastructure, recognize vulnerabilities to networks, and mitigate potential security threats
Prepare for CCNA Security certification exam
Start or build a career in network security
Differentiate themselves in the market with specialized skills and expertise to achieve success

4. Student Networking Knowledge and Skills
Cisco Networking Academy Curricula Portfolio
Building Scalable Internetworks
Implementing Secured Converged Wide-Area Networks
Building Multilayer Switched Networks
Optimizing Converged Networks
Networking for Home and Small Businesses
Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP
Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise
Designing and Supporting Computer Networks
Network Fundamentals
Routing Protocols and Concepts
LAN Switching and Wireless
Accessing the WAN
CCNA
Security
CCNP
Network Professional
IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software
CCNP
Network Specialist
Cisco Packet Tracer
Security
CCNA Discovery
CCNA Exploration
Network Associate
NOTE: this is a build slide
Our current portfolio consists of 14 courses
IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software —provides an overview of how the internal components of a computer work The course covers laptops and portable devices, assembling/disassembling PC components, wireless connectivity, security, safety and environmental issues associated with installing, configuring and troubleshooting and a PC.
CCNA Discovery (4 courses) —provides an introduction to networking. It teaches networking based on application and helps students develop foundational routing, switching, and WAN knowledge and experience, which can be applied toward entry-level careers in networking for small and medium-sized businesses.
CCNA Exploration (4 courses) —provides an introduction to networking. It teaches networking based on technology. It covers routing, switching, and WAN protocols and theory at deeper levels to help students succeed in networking-related degree programs and a range of professions.
CCNA Security –helps students develop a comprehensive understanding of network security concepts, and gain the knowledge and skills needed to earn the Cisco CCNA Security certification and become entry-level security specialists.
CCNP (4 courses) —the CCNP curriculum focuses on the advanced routing, secure wide area access, multilayer switching, and networking management skills required to implement and maintain converged enterprise networks.
Cisco Packet Tracer — Provides a realistic simulation and visualization learning environment that supplements classroom equipment. Cisco Packet Tracer is a foundational teaching tool for CCNA Discovery, CCNA Exploration, and Packet Tracer activities are embedded in the course content. Both curricula include embedded e-doing, which applies the principle that people learn best by interacting with computer-based activities. Interactive learning promotes the exploration of networking concepts and experimentation with tools such as Packet Tracer and Flash-based activities to help students develop a greater understanding of networking technologies. Packet Tracer activities are also available for CCNA Security.
Network Technician
IT Essentials
IT Technician
Student Networking Knowledge and Skills 4

5. Student Networking Knowledge and Skills
Cisco Networking Academy Curricula Portfolio
Alignment to Certifications
CCNA CCENT
CCNA
CCNA Security
CCNP
CompTIA A+
CCNA Discovery
CCNA Exploration
CCNP
All of our curricula help prepare students for industry recognized certifications:
IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software — CompTIA A+ certification
CCNA Discovery (first 2 courses) — CCENT certification
CCNA Discovery (4 courses) — CCNA certification
CCNA Exploration (4 courses) — CCNA certification
CCNA Security - CCNA Security certification
CCNP (4 courses) — CCNP certification
IT Essentials
Security
Student Networking Knowledge and Skills 5

6. Cisco Security Certifications
Professional-Level
Associate-Level
Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP®) Certification
Revised
CCSP Certification
CCNA Security
Certification
CCNA Security Course
SND
IINS
( )
Network Security 1 & 2 (NS1/NS2) Courses
SNRS
SNRS
CCNA Certification Is a Prerequisite for CCNA Security Certification
Key Points:
Current NS1/NS2 courses prepared students for 2 of the 5 exams at the professional level certification. The new CCNA Security course will prepare students for the new associate level certification of CCNA Security. As shown, the exam for CCNA Security is fundamentally different then what NS1/NS2 courses prepared for.
Background Info:
The arrow showing “pre-req” mean that CCNA Security certification is a requirement to achieve CCSP professional certification
Exams for CCSP (Cisco Certified Security Professional) certification
IINS = Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security – This is the exam that is taken to earn CCNA Security certification
SND (Exam ) = Securing Network Devices – This exam was revised and evolved to the IINS exam
SNRS ( ) = Securing Networks with Cisco Routers and Switches – This exam is being revised as
SNPA ( ) = Securing Networks with PIX and ASA – This exam is being replaced by , Securing Networks with ASA Foundation
IPS ( ) = Implementing Cisco Intrusion Prevention Systems – no changes to this exam
HIPS ( ) = Securing Hosts Using Cisco Security Agent – This is 1 of 4 elective exam, being EOL’ed
SNAF ( ) = Security Networks with ASA Foundation
CCNA Security certification represents the first certification step for individuals interested in a career in security technologies and serves as a pre-requisite for professional level certifications. CCNA certification is a pre-requisite for CCNA Security certification
SNPA
SNAF
IPS
IPS
Elective Exam
Elective Exam

7. CCNA Security Certification Meets Growing Demand
Verifies an individual’s skills in the following roles:
Network Security Specialists
Security Administrators
Network Security Support Engineers
Enables installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of Cisco Security devices/technologies
Ability to develop security policies and mitigate risk in networks
Serves as prerequisite for CCSP Certification
Employers hiring individuals can feel confident their staff has the skills needed to install, troubleshoot and monitor Cisco security technologies

8. Aligning Certification to Jobs
Skills Certified
Job Roles
Job Titles
CCNA Security
Describe the security threats facing modern network infrastructures
Identify security threats and basic mitigation methods
Install, troubleshoot and monitor security technologies
Administer effective security policies
Secure network device access
Implement AAA on network devices
Implement secure network management and reporting
Implement the Cisco IOS firewall feature set
Implement the Cisco IOS IPS feature set
Implement IPSec VPNs
Network Security Specialists
Security Administrators
Network Security Support Engineers

9. CCNA Security Course Who Should Enroll?
College and university-level students seeking career-oriented, entry-level security specialist skills
IT professionals wishing to broaden or add specialized skills to their technology expertise
Current CCNA Certification holders who wish to continue to build on their CCNA knowledge base

10. CCNA Security Course Design
Same Graphical User Interface (GUI) as the CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration curricula
Nine chapters and chapter exams
One final exam and skills-based assessment
One complex hands-on lab per chapter with multiple sections
Packet Tracer activities
Balance of theory, hands-on practice, and application
Available in English only, no translated versions are planned
Enabled for both in-person and blended learning environments

11. CCNA Security Course Equipment Requirements
Minimize equipment costs
Uses CCNA Discovery/CCNA Exploration equipment bundle and topology
NDG NetLab-compatible topology—enabled for remote operation
Additional investment required for the Security Technology Package Licenses
Minimum System Requirements
CCNA Security curriculum requirements:
1 Student PC per student; 1 local curriculum server
Lab bundle requirements for CCNA Security:
3 Cisco routers, 2 with the Security Technology Package Licenses
3 Two-Port Serial WAN Interface Cards
3 Cisco switches
Assorted Ethernet and Serial cables and hubs
Detailed equipment information, including descriptions and part numbers, is available in the official CCNA Security Equipment List on Academy Connection.

12. NetAcad Maintenance—Sign-Up Today
It’s Free!
Since an Advanced IOS feature set will be required, one of the ways you can get access to it is by signing up for the Cisco Networking Academy Maintenance program.
There are three major features that are offered:
Access to CCO
Access to IOS
Tech Support thru the CLI Support Desk
Clearly before NA Maintenance, academies likely had some creative mechanisms for gaining access to upgraded IOS.
Well…. Forget about all those mechanisms used in the past. NA Maint provides this now a complete service offering built specifically for Networking Academies … and it’s FREE! So if you haven’t already, we encourage you to sign up!

13. CCNA Security Course Outline
Course Chapters and Goals
Ch. 1
Modern Network Security Threats
Goal: Explain network threats, mitigation techniques, and the basics of securing a network.
Ch. 2
Securing Network Devices
Goal: Securing administrative access on Cisco routers.
Ch. 3
Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
Goal: Securing administrative access with AAA.
Ch. 4
Implementing Firewall Technologies
Goal: Implement firewall technologies to secure the network perimeter.
Ch. 5
Implementing Intrusion Prevention
Goal: Configure IPS to mitigate attacks on the network.
Ch. 6
Securing the Local Area Network
Goal: Describe LAN security considerations and implement endpoint and Layer 2 security features.
Ch. 7
Cryptographic Systems
Goal: Describe methods for implementing data confidentiality and integrity.
Ch. 8
Implementing Virtual Private Networks
Goal: Implement secure virtual private networks.
Ch. 9
Managing A Secure Network
Goal: Given the security needs of an enterprise, create and implement a comprehensive security policy.
CCNA Security includes instruction in the installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices and develops competency in the technologies that Cisco uses in its security structure. CCNA Security provides a next step for individuals who want to enhance their skill set and prepare for new roles managing converged networks

14. CCNA Security Instructor Training
All instructors should have CCNA-level networking knowledge and skills
New CCNA Security instructors
Instructor training required
Fast track possible with evidence of CCNA Security or high certification or industry experience
Existing NS1, NS2, or CCNP®: ISCW instructors
Instructor training recommended
Qualified to teach CCNA Security course
Instructor training format and materials
Delivered by authorized CCNA Security Training Centers
40 hours training—in-person, blended (3-day in-person), or remote delivery formats
ICGs, PPT slides and BDL Best Practices Guide

15. CCNA Security Training Centers
Instructor training is delivered by authorized CCNA Security Training Centers
Open model—instructors can participate in instructor training from any training center in their region
Complete global list of authorized CCNA Security Training Centers available on CCNA Security Course Catalog page on Academy Connection

16. CCNA Security Course Local Academy Steps
Register for a CCNA Security instructor training class with a Training Center in your region
Request CCNA Security Training Center in your region to enable curriculum
To become a CCNA Security Local Academy
Yes
Instructor training required? No
To be a local academy for CCNA Security and teach the course, you will need to have determine if instructor training is required or not and to have the curricula enabled. If instructor training is required, the process is to register for a training class with a training center in your region and request the training center to enable the curricula. If instructor training is not required, the process is to contact any one of the training centers in your region to have the curricula added to your academy.
Request a CCNA Security Training Center in your region to enable curriculum

17. CCNA Security Course Academy Connection System Prerequisites
Students
Prerequisites for Student Enrollment
No Academy Connection Prerequisites
Students must have:
Basic PC skills such as typing, mouse, and desktop navigation skills
Basic internet navigation skills
CCNA-level networking knowledge and skills
Students encouraged to complete CCNA Discovery or CCNA Exploration curricula
Instructors
Prerequisites to Create Instructor Classes
CCNA Security AND Orientation OR
Network Security 1 AND Orientation OR Network Security 2 AND Orientation
CCNP 2 v5 AND Orientation
CCNA Security Instructor Fast Track AND Orientation
Prerequisites to Teach Student Classes
In Academy Connection, there are no pre-requisites for students to enroll in the CCNA Security course. However, student must have basic PC skill, internet navigation and core CCNA level routing and switching skills. The CCNA Security course assumes students have this base knowledge. One way students can get the base CCNA level knowledge is by completing the CCNA D or E curricula.
For instructors to open both instructor and student classes, the pre-requisites are the same … they should have completed either CCNA Security training or NS1 or NS2 or CCNP 2 or Fast Track training

18. For More Information
Latest documents are posted on CCNA Security Course Catalog page on Academy Connection
CCNA Security Scope and Sequence
CCNA Security FAQs
CCNA Security Datasheet
CCNA Security At A Glance
CCNA Security Overview Presentation
Certification information
CCNA Concentrations Q&A
CCNA Security certification