The Cisco Firewall Specialist program is designed to meet employment standards for network professionals who can implement complete security solutions. The Cisco Firewall Specialist certification indicates the ability to secure network access for an organization. Cisco recommends two courses and two exams to achieve Firewall  Specialist certification. You must be a CCNA before taking the courses for Firewall Specialist certification.

Course Information
HCC offers the following course which provides hands-on experience and knowledge of the skills necessary to be successful and to help pass the Securing Cisco IOS Networks and CSPFA (Cisco Secure PIX Firewall Advanced) exams in preparation for the Cisco Firewall Specialist.  These exams will also count toward the CCSP (Cisco Certified Security Professional) certification. For specific information about a course, click on the Course Number. For specific exam information, click on the exam number.

Course #Course NamePrerequisite
Exam
CSCO-695
Cisco Secure PIX Firewall Advanced Configuration

CCNA Certification


For further information on Cisco courses, contact Vini Nithianandam at 443-518-4925 or Vnithianandam@howardcc.edu.

For administrative assistance, please contact Betty Logan at blogan@howardcc.edu (443-518-4785).