| The ideal CCSP and INFOSEC Professional candidate described in this section is the quintessential contender for the CCSP and INFOSEC certification. This candidate has a background in education and experience that most likely is above the typical candidate. Recall that this individual is intended to serve as only a reference to help you determine in which areas you may need to work. Academic or professional training in basic networking theory, operations, and systems. This includes a thorough understanding in basic networking media and technologies. Two-plus years hands-on experience installing and implementing networking components. This experience entails working with Cisco routers, in addition to other components. A thorough understanding of CCNA concepts and terminology. The CCNA is a prerequisite for the CCSP certification and covers concepts that are expanded upon throughout the CCSP certification course. General understanding of the technologies involved in VPN implementations and design. Hands-on experience definitely serves as an advantage, especially with Cisco VPN products, protocols, and services. Familiarity with basic networking and security services such as DHCP, AAA, TACACS+, RADIUS, DNS, Telnet, SSH, TFTP, FTP, HTTPS, ARP, SNMP, OSPF, and firewalls. Knowledge of as well as experience with security products such as the VPN 3000 Concentrator, Cisco VPN Unity software client, Cisco VPN 3002 Hardware Client, and Cisco PIX firewalls. Three-plus years experience with the Windows operating system. Additional knowledge of Linux and UNIX operating systems are a plus.
Most likely, less than 25% of candidates match this profile, but having certain aspects of this candidate are always better than none. Many other aspiring technicians have achieved this certification without meeting these criteria. |