Cisco Certified Network Associate Cyber Ops

The CCNA Cyber Ops certificate prepares professionals to begin a career working with associate-level cybersecurity analysts within security operations centers, according to Global Knowledge. This certification will give employees the fundamental knowledge needed to prepare for more advanced cybersecurity operations jobs, according to Cisco.

Participants will gain a basic understanding of how a SOC team detects and responds to security incidents, Cisco said. They also will better understand how organizations are dealing with cybercrime, cyberespionage, insider threats, advanced persistent threats and regulatory requirements.

The CCNA Cyber Ops certificate is recommended for professionals with one to three years experience, Cisco said, and is valid for three years.