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AWS

1 certification

AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty

SpecialtyANS-C01
Design and implement hybrid IT network architectures at scaleImplement core AWS services according to basic architectural best practicesDesign and maintain network architecture for all AWS services

The AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty certification validates your skills and knowledge in designing and deploying scalable, secure, and highly available network architectures on AWS. This certification is ideal for network engineers, architects, and professionals who design and deploy network infrastructure on AWS. It demonstrates your expertise in designing and deploying AWS services such as VPCs, subnets, route tables, network ACLs, security groups, and Direct Connect.

Exam investment: 300 USD

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Aruba

2 certifications

HPE Network Switching Associate

AssociateHPE6-A86
Aruba networking fundamentalsBasic network setup and configurationWireless LANs

The HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate (HPE6-A86) certification validates the skills and knowledge of network administrators, engineers, and architects in designing, implementing, and managing Aruba networks. This certification is ideal for professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise in Aruba's wireless and wired networking solutions. It is also suitable for those who want to transition into a networking career.

Exam investment: USD 200

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HPE Network Switching Professional

ProfessionalHPE7-A08
HPE switching solutionscampus networksbranch networks

The HPE Network Switching Professional certification validates the skills and knowledge required to design, implement, and manage HPE switching solutions, including campus, branch, and data center networks. This certification is ideal for network engineers, architects, and consultants who want to demonstrate their expertise in HPE switching solutions.

Exam investment: $350

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Check Point

1 certification

CCSA & CCSE

Associate for CCSA, Professional for CCSE156-215.81 for CCSA, 156-315.81 for CCSE
Network SecurityFirewall ManagementVPN Configuration

The Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) and Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) certifications validate an individual's ability to configure and manage Check Point Security Gateway and Management Software Blades. These certifications are ideal for security professionals who want to enhance their skills in managing and troubleshooting Check Point's security solutions.

Exam investment: 300 USD

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Cisco

8 certifications

CCNA

In Demand
Associate200-301
Network fundamentalsNetwork accessIP connectivity

The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification validates a professional's ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot medium-size routed and switched networks. It is ideal for network engineers, network administrators, and support technicians looking to enhance their skills and advance their careers in networking.

Exam investment: 300 USD

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CCNA Automation

Associate200-901 CCNAAUTO
Software DevelopmentAPIsCisco Platforms

The CCNA Automation certification validates the skills and knowledge required to develop and maintain applications built on Cisco platforms. It is ideal for software developers, network engineers, and IT professionals who want to enhance their skills in network automation and programmability.

Exam investment: $300 USD

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CCNP Collaboration

Professional350-801 CLCOR and 300-815 CLACCM
CollaborationUnified CommunicationsCisco Call Manager

The CCNP Collaboration certification by Cisco validates advanced knowledge and skills in designing, deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting Cisco Collaboration and Unified Communications applications, devices, and networks. It is ideal for collaboration engineers, network engineers, and system engineers who want to advance their careers in managing and supporting collaboration solutions. For this certification you will need to take the core exam, CLCOR, and then one of the concentration exams.

Exam investment: $300 USD per exam

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CCNP Datacenter

Professional350-601 DCCOR, 300-610 DCID, and 300-615 DCIT
Data center designData center securityData center virtualization

The CCNP Datacenter certification validates the skills and knowledge of IT professionals in designing, implementing, and managing modern data center infrastructure. It is ideal for data center architects, engineers, and network administrators who want to demonstrate their expertise in data center design, security, and management. This certification is designed for professionals who want to advance their careers in data center management and architecture. For this certification you will need to take the core exam, DCCOR, and then one concentration exam.

Exam investment: $300 USD

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CCNP Enterprise

Professional350-401 ENCOR, 300-410 ENARSI, 300-415 ENSDWI, 300-420 ENSLD, 300-435 ENAUTO, 300-440 ENCC, and 300-445 ENNA
Network DesignNetwork SecurityNetwork Protocols

The CCNP Enterprise certification validates the skills and knowledge of network engineers to design, deploy, and manage complex enterprise networks, including infrastructure, routing, and security. It is ideal for network engineers, network administrators, and other IT professionals who want to advance their careers in enterprise networking. For this certification you will need to take the core exam, ENCOR, and then one concentration exam.

Exam investment: $400 USD

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CCNP Service Provider

Professional350-501 SPCOR, 300-510 SPRI, and 300-535 SPAUTO
Service provider network infrastructureMPLS VPNsIP NGN architecture

The CCNP Service Provider certification validates the skills and knowledge of service provider network engineers to configure, implement, and troubleshoot complex service provider network infrastructures. It is ideal for network engineers, network architects, and network administrators who want to advance their careers in the service provider industry. For this certification you need to take the core exam, SPCOR, and the one of the concentration exams.

Exam investment: $400 USD

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CCST Networking

Entry100-150
Networking fundamentalsIP addressingNetwork security basics

The Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking certification validates foundational networking knowledge and skills, making it ideal for individuals starting a career in IT or seeking to enhance their networking capabilities. It covers basic networking concepts, including network access, IP connectivity, and IP services.

Exam investment: USD 125

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DevNet Professional

Professional350-901 AUTOCOR, 300-435 ENAUTO
Network programmabilityAPIs and data modelsAutomation and orchestration

The Cisco DevNet Professional certification validates the skills of developers and network engineers who develop and manage network applications, and automate network infrastructure. This certification is ideal for professionals who want to develop and deploy applications on Cisco platforms. To earn this certification you will need to pass the core exam, 350-901 DEVCOR, as well as one of the concentration exams.

Exam investment: Core exam: $400, Concentration exam: $300

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CompTIA

1 certification

Network+

In Demand
AssociateN10-009
Networking ConceptsInfrastructureNetwork Operations

CompTIA Network+ validates the knowledge and skills of networking professionals in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting local and wide area networks (WANs). It is designed for IT professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise in networking fundamentals, network architecture, network operations, and network security. This certification is ideal for those who want to advance their careers in networking or those who are new to the field and want to gain a solid foundation in networking.

Exam investment: Approximately $358 USD

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F5

2 certifications

F5 Certified Administrator, BIG-IP (F5-CA, BIG-IP)

ProfessionalF5CAB1, F5CAB2, F5CAB3, F5CAB4, F5CAB5
BIG-IP managementnetwork configurationtroubleshooting

The F5 Certified Administrator, BIG-IP (F5-CA, BIG-IP) certification validates a candidate's ability to manage and maintain BIG-IP systems, including installation, configuration, and basic troubleshooting. This certification is ideal for network administrators and engineers who work with F5 products and want to demonstrate their proficiency in managing BIG-IP environments. There are 5 exams that you will need to pass in order to earn the certification.

Exam investment: $50 USD per exam

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F5 Certified Technology Specialist, BIG-IP LTM (F5-CTS, BIG-IP LTM)

Professional301a, 301b
BIG-IP LTMTraffic ManagementApplication Delivery

The F5 Certified Technology Specialist, BIG-IP LTM certification validates a professional's ability to design, implement, and manage BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) systems. It is ideal for network administrators, engineers, and architects who work with F5 products and want to demonstrate their expertise in optimizing application delivery and traffic management. There are two exam associated with this exam, 301a and 301b. Both need to be taken and passed to earn the certification.

Exam investment: $180 USD per exam

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Juniper

8 certifications

JNCIA-DC: Data Center Associate

ProfessionalJN0-281
Data Center ArchitectureJuniper Networks ProductsNetworking Fundamentals

The JNCIA-DC: Data Center Associate certification validates a candidate's understanding of data center technologies, including Juniper Networks' data center architecture, products, and solutions. It is ideal for networking professionals who are beginning their journey in data center networking and want to demonstrate their foundational knowledge in this area.

Exam investment: $200

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JNCIA-Junos

AssociateJN0-105
Junos OS fundamentalsRouting and switchingBasic networking concepts

The Juniper Networks Certified Associate - Junos (JNCIA-Junos) certification validates a candidate's understanding of the Junos operating system and their ability to configure and troubleshoot Junos devices. This certification is ideal for networking professionals who want to demonstrate their skills in configuring and managing Juniper Networks devices.

Exam investment: 200 USD

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JNCIP-DC: Data Center Professional

ProfessionalJN0-683
Data center technologiesJuniper Networks technologyNetwork design and implementation

The Juniper Networks Certified Internet Professional - Data Center (JNCIP-DC) certification validates a candidate's advanced knowledge and skills in data center networking, including design, implementation, and troubleshooting of data center fabrics, and is ideal for network engineers and architects working in data center environments.

Exam investment: USD 400

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JNCIP-ENT: Enterprise Routing and Switching Professional

ProfessionalJN0-649
Advanced routingSwitching technologiesOSPF

The JNCIP-ENT certification validates an individual's knowledge and skills in configuring and troubleshooting Juniper Networks enterprise routing and switching platforms, and is ideal for network engineers, network architects, and network administrators who want to demonstrate their expertise in Juniper Networks enterprise routing and switching technologies.

Exam investment: USD 400

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JNCIP-SP: Service Provider Routing and Switching Professional

ProfessionalJN0-664
Advanced routingSwitching technologiesMPLS

The Juniper Networks Certified Internet Professional - Service Provider Routing and Switching (JNCIP-SP) certification validates an individual's ability to configure, troubleshoot, and implement routing and switching technologies in a service provider networks. This certification is ideal for network engineers, architects, and operators who design, deploy, and manage service provider networks.

Exam investment: USD 400

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JNCIS-DC: Data Center Specialist

ProfessionalJN0-481
Data Center TechnologiesJuniper NetworksNetwork Design

The JNCIS-DC: Data Center Specialist certification validates an individual's advanced knowledge and skills in data center technologies, particularly with Juniper Networks' solutions. It is ideal for networking professionals who design, implement, and manage data center networks and want to demonstrate their expertise in Juniper's data center technologies.

Exam investment: 300 USD

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JNCIS-ENT: Enterprise Routing and Switching Specialist

SpecialistJN0-351
Routing protocolsSwitchingJuniper Networks Junos OS

The JNCIS-ENT certification validates an individual's knowledge and skills in configuring and troubleshooting Juniper Networks enterprise routing and switching platforms, and is recommended for network engineers, network architects, and network managers.

Exam investment: USD 300

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JNCIS-SP: Service Provider Routing and Switching Specialist

ProfessionalJN0-364
OSPFIS-ISBGP

The Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist - Service Provider (JNCIS-SP) certification validates an individual's understanding of service provider routing and switching technologies, including MPLS, BGP, and IS-IS, and their ability to configure and troubleshoot Juniper Networks devices in a service provider network. This certification is ideal for network engineers, designers, and architects who work in a service provider environment.

Exam investment: USD 300

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Microsoft

2 certifications

Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)

AssociateAZ-700
Design and implement hybrid networkingDesign and implement core networking infrastructureDesign and implement routing

The Azure Network Engineer Associate certification validates the skills and knowledge of network engineers to design, implement, and maintaining Azure networking solutions. It is ideal for professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise in networking and Azure. This certification is suitable for network engineers, network architects, and IT professionals who want to enhance their skills in Azure networking.

Exam investment: $165 USD

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Microsoft 365 Certified: Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate (MS-721)

AssociateMS-721
Microsoft TeamsTelephonyCollaboration Solutions

The Microsoft 365 Certified: Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate certification validates the skills and knowledge of IT professionals who design, implement, and manage Microsoft 365 collaboration and communication solutions. This certification is ideal for IT professionals who want to demonstrate their expertise in Microsoft 365 collaboration and communication solutions.

Exam investment: 165 USD

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Red Hat

1 certification

RHCS in Ansible Network Automation

SpecialistEX457
Ansible automationNetwork configuration managementNetwork device automation

The Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Network Automation certification validates an individual's ability to automate network infrastructure using Ansible. It is designed for network administrators, engineers, and IT professionals who want to demonstrate their skills in automating network tasks and managing network devices using Ansible. This certification is ideal for those looking to enhance their career in network automation and management.

Exam investment: 400 USD

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Wireshark

1 certification

Wireshark Certified Analyst (WCA-101)

ProfessionalWCA-101
network analysisprotocol analysistroubleshooting

The Wireshark Certified Analyst (WCA-101) certification validates an individual's ability to analyze network traffic using Wireshark, a leading network protocol analyzer. This certification is ideal for network administrators, security analysts, and IT professionals who need to diagnose network issues and ensure network security.

Exam investment: $349

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