The CCSP (Cisco Certified Security Professional) certification provides network professionals with professional level recognition in designing and implementing Cisco secure networks. CCSP holders are actively involved in developing business solutions and designing and delivering multiple levels of security departments.

The Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP) certification validates knowledge and skills in key areas of network security including identity, firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems and security management.

This new career certification provides professional-level recognition in designing and implementing Cisco security solutions.Because these security professionals understand major networking protocols, procedures, and how to integrate security devices with the underlying network, they are prepared to build secure networks that protect an organization?s IT investments.

Candidates for the CCSP are most likely to be actively involved in developing business solutions and designing and delivering multiple levels of security for underlying network architectures. They may work in IT departments or security departments, or as systems integrators or consultants. Through trained personnel, Cisco security certifications help provide companies with a safety net for e-commerce infrastructures.

As businesses respond to the heightened need for comprehensive security solutions, they rely more on network security engineers trained and certified in the latest skills and technologies to design and implement end-to-end security solutions that reduce the risk of revenue loss and vulnerability.