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CCNA Security Certification Preparation

The Implementing Cisco Network Security (IINS) exam (210-260) is a 90-minute assessment with 60-70 questions. This exam tests the candidate's knowledge of secure network infrastructure, understanding core security concepts, managing secure access, VPN encryption, firewalls, intrusion prevention, web and email content security, and endpoint security. This exam validates skills for installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of a secure network to maintain integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. This exam also shows competency in the technologies that Cisco uses in its security infrastructure. Candidates can prepare for this exam by taking the Implementing Cisco Network Security (IINS) course.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
2 - Intermediate
Course Prerequisites

CISCO CCNA, HIGH SCHOOL/GED/TASC 

Training Purpose
Functional Development
Skill Development
Specific Audience
All
Federal Employee
Delivery Method
Classroom
Online, Instructor-Led
Online, Self-Paced
Course Location

2700 Queens Plaza South, 2nd Floor
Long Island City, NY 11101

  • Classroom
  • Online, Instructor-Led
  • Online, Self-Paced

Learning Objectives

The following topics are general guidelines for the content likely to be included on the exam. However, other related topics may also appear on any specific delivery of the exam. In order to better reflect the contents of the exam and for clarity purposes, the guidelines below may change at any time without notice.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Risk Management
  • Software Development
  • Systems Development

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

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