CCNA or Cisco Certified Network Associate is an Information Technology certification from CISCO, the American multinational and leader in IT, networking and cyber security solutions. CCNA certification is an associate level Cisco Career Certification.
The content of the exams is propriety.
The CCNA certification is valid for a period of 3 years. Renewal of the certification requires the present holders to register and pass the same or higher level Cisco re certification exam every 3 years.
The topics include connecting to a WAN, implementing network security, network types, network media, routing and switching fundamentals, the TCP/IP and OSI models, IP addressing, WAN technologies, operating and configuring IOS devices, extending switched networks with VLANs, determining IP routes, managing IP traffic with access lists, and establishing point-to-point connections.
Ethical Hacking is also called Penetration Testing. It is an act of intruding/ penetrating into the system or network to discover threats and vulnerabilities which a hacker may find and exploit leading to loss of data, money etc. The purpose of ethical hacking is to tighten the security in the system by solving the vulnerabilities found. Ethical hacker’s modus operandi is the same as the criminal hackers but with the permission of the authorities.
Enhances industry interface. Essential for
Networking Industry
Imparts in depth knowledge of
Networking.
Provides essential
Networking Knowledge
for
Ethical Hacking.
Fulfils eligibility for
CCNA Global by CISCO.
Knowing the
Hacking Psychology
Regulatory compliance in terms of
Corporate Data Breaches
Professional
Development
Job advancement and
Specialization
80 hours - 2 classes per week
Rs.27,000/-
Inclusive of all taxes
Rs.37,000/-
Rs.27,000/-
Inclusive of all taxes
80 Hours
in-depth training by Cisco Certified trainer and the best cyber security experts
Study Materials
CCNA Essentials + Ethical Hacking Combo
Certificate of Completion after examination and alumni status
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In order to maintain ultimate cyber security for corporate networking component is the most important aspect of IT infrastructure. Thus the demand for trained CCNA practitioners is soaring highest in the market for IT jobs.
One of those industrial sectors where CCNA is the most sought after IT security service is the Medical. That is because it is important to secure the patient report and associated medical details from being seized by hackers. Cyber Security being a major threat in fields of human activities the demand for CCNA certified security professionals is the highest. However prospects of a CCNA professional depends mainly on two factors namely work experience and job title.
The various titles that a CCNA processional holds are as follows:
Network Engineer | Senior Network Engineer | Network Administrator |
IT Manager | Systems Administrator | |
Mobile Lead Software Engineer | Mobile Developer | IT Director |
System Engineer |
Out of all the varied titles of CCNA the position which commands the highest financial compensation is the managerial one which CCNA is a confirmed catalyst to reach.
Two important specializations of CCNA is ‘routing’ and ‘switching’. Job opportunities for both are increasing manifold owing to growing network and infrastructural complexities which demand trained individuals who can maintain complicated and critical hardware required to support the same. But these two specializations are at present the most in demand and financially alluring areas of CCNA.
Here is a pictorial representation of a CCNA career in India.
Internet security and networking are the two sunshine industries where ethical hackers are employed. They can join government and private organizations as cyber-security experts. IT firms are the real recruiters of ethical hackers additionally needed by financial service providers, airlines, retail chains and hotels also. Government agencies such as various wings of the military and law enforcement, defence organisations, forensic laboratories, detective companies and investigative services also have interesting careers for ethical hackers. Some skilled hackers work for investigative agencies like the Central Bureau of Investigation, the National Security Agency and the Federal Bureau of Information. Some large organizations employ security testers and others use contractors to audit their systems.
A fresher may work as an intern for some time before finally starting job with 2.5 lakh per annum. With one year of experience, one can expect up to 4.5 lakh per annum. Those with work experience five years or more can rake in anything between 10-12 lakh per annum.
The topics include connecting to a WAN, implementing network security, network types, network media, routing and switching fundamentals, the TCP/IP and OSI models, IP addressing, WAN technologies, operating and configuring IOS devices, extending switched networks with VLANs, determining IP routes, managing IP traffic with access lists, and establishing point-to-point connections.
The course lasts for 40 hours with 2 classes per week.
The course is primarily based on practical sessions with an apt degree of theoretical classes.
10+2 along with a basic aptitude and understanding of computer hardware knowledge.
In order to maintain ultimate cyber security for corporate networking component is the most important aspect of IT infrastructure. Thus the demand for trained CCNA practitioners is soaring highest in the market for IT jobs for data security. Hence plush security jobs in IT departments of corporate houses are the alluring future of CCNA aspirants.
You can upgrade yourself in CISCO approved security skill development courses like CCNP, CCIE etc.
The duration of the course is 40 hours at 2 classes per week.
The course is administered in theory as well as practice.
The pre requisites of the course are Basic knowledge of Database, Server side Programming (PHP or JSP or ASP.net) and basic knowledge of Networking.
The top organizations like such as Infosys, Wipro, TCS, Tech Mahindra, IBM etc. are seeking good ethical hackers. The profiles that are on offer include Security Executive, Web Security Manager/Administrator, Network Security Administrator, Network Security Systems Manager and much more.
The courses are NPT, WAPT, AAPT, IOS Application Penetration Testing etc which can be followed after this course.