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Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies (SCOR). Everything you need to prepare, practice, and pass.
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Certification Overview
This exam comprehensively covers the implementation and operation of core Cisco security technologies, spanning network security with Cisco ASA and ISE for access control, content security via Cisco WSA and Secure Email Gateway, and robust endpoint protection with Cisco AMP. Candidates are tested on securing cloud environments with solutions like Cisco Umbrella, alongside broader security operations and enforcement principles essential for a modern security infrastructure.
What This Certification Proves
This certification validates a candidate's foundational knowledge and practical skills in implementing, operating, and troubleshooting core security technologies across various Cisco platforms. It serves as a crucial step towards the CCNP Security certification, proving proficiency in securing modern network infrastructures against evolving threats.
Who Should Take This Exam
This exam is ideal for network security engineers, security administrators, and cybersecurity analysts who have 3-5 years of experience working with Cisco security solutions. It targets IT professionals seeking to validate their expertise in implementing and operating a broad range of security concepts and products.
Topic Breakdown
67 domains covering 620 questions
| Domain | Questions | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Network Security | 144 | 23% |
| Content Security | 96 | 15% |
| Secure Network Access, Visibility, And Enforcement | 87 | 14% |
| Security Concepts | 49 | 8% |
| Endpoint Protection And Detection | 44 | 7% |
| Cloud Security | 41 | 7% |
| Security Operations And Orchestration | 38 | 6% |
| Securing The Cloud | 16 | 3% |
| Secure Network Access | 8 | 1% |
| Endpoint Security | 8 | 1% |
| Visibility And Enforcement | 7 | 1% |
| Endpoint Security And Visibility | 6 | 1% |
| None | 5 | 1% |
| Security Monitoring | 4 | 1% |
| Threats And Vulnerabilities | 3 | 0% |
| Identity And Access Management | 3 | 0% |
| N/A | 3 | 0% |
| Automation And Programmability | 2 | 0% |
| 5.0 Endpoint Security And Visibility | 2 | 0% |
| Automation | 2 | 0% |
| Endpoint Protection And Visibility | 2 | 0% |
| Endpoint Security And Secure Network Access | 2 | 0% |
| Secure Connectivity | 2 | 0% |
| Secure Network Access, Visibility And Enforcement | 2 | 0% |
| Understanding And Using Apis | 2 | 0% |
| Endpoint Security And Access | 1 | 0% |
| Identity Management | 1 | 0% |
| Implement Layer 2 Security | 1 | 0% |
| Implement Secure Connectivity | 1 | 0% |
| Implement Web Security | 1 | 0% |
| Missing: Official Exam Domains List Not Provided | 1 | 0% |
| Domain_not_applicable_no_list_provided | 1 | 0% |
| Network Access Control | 1 | 0% |
| Deployment And Architecture | 1 | 0% |
| Cryptography | 1 | 0% |
| Not Provided | 1 | 0% |
| Programmability And Automation | 1 | 0% |
| Secure Access | 1 | 0% |
| Secure Cloud Access | 1 | 0% |
| Secure Cloud Access And Edge | 1 | 0% |
| Vpn Technologies | 1 | 0% |
| Secure Infrastructure | 1 | 0% |
| Configure And Verify Network Access Policies | 1 | 0% |
| 3.0 Vpn Technologies | 1 | 0% |
| Cloud Concepts | 1 | 0% |
| Secure Network Access, Visibility, And Segmentation | 1 | 0% |
| Secure Network Operations (Cisco Dna Center/Sd-Wan) | 1 | 0% |
| 2.0 Content Security | 1 | 0% |
| Security | 1 | 0% |
| Security Automation And Orchestration | 1 | 0% |
| Automation And Orchestration | 1 | 0% |
| Attacks, Vulnerabilities, And Mitigation | 1 | 0% |
| Application Security | 1 | 0% |
| Security Policies And Procedures | 1 | 0% |
| Software-Defined Networking | 1 | 0% |
| Threat Control | 1 | 0% |
| Threat Detection And Mitigation | 1 | 0% |
| Threat Intelligence | 1 | 0% |
| Threat Intelligence And Management | 1 | 0% |
| Threat Protection | 1 | 0% |
| Threat Visibility And Enforcement | 1 | 0% |
| Threats And Attack Methods | 1 | 0% |
| Access Control And Identity Management | 1 | 0% |
| Threats, Attacks, And Vulnerabilities | 1 | 0% |
| Firewall Technologies | 1 | 0% |
| Governance, Risk, And Compliance | 1 | 0% |
| Host-Based Analysis | 1 | 0% |
Study Plans
Choose a study plan that matches your schedule and experience level
30 Days
Intensive Sprint
Week 1-2
- Master fundamentals: Network Security
- Read Cisco official documentation
- Complete 31 questions daily
Week 3
- Deep dive: Content Security
- Review weak areas from results
- Take 2 full-length exams
Week 4
- Review all flagged questions
- Timed exams to build stamina
- Final revision of key concepts
60 Days
Balanced Approach
Week 1-2
- Survey all exam domains
- Set up study environment
- Begin with foundational topics
Week 3-4
- Focus: Network Security
- Focus: Content Security
- 16 questions daily
Week 5-6
- Focus: Secure Network Access, Visibility, And Enforcement
- Hands-on labs if applicable
- Review explanations for wrong answers
Week 7-8
- Complete all 916 questions
- Identify and eliminate weak areas
- Take 3 full-length timed tests
90 Days
Comprehensive Study
Month 1
- Learn all exam domains at a comfortable pace
- Build strong foundational knowledge
- 11 questions daily
Month 2
- Deep dive into each domain
- Hands-on practice and labs
- Take weekly timed exams
Month 3
- Work through all 916 questions
- Identify and eliminate weak areas
- Take 3 full-length timed exams
350-701-Specific Tips
- **Hands-on Lab Practice:** Crucially, set up labs for Cisco ISE, ASA, WSA, and Secure Email Gateway. Practice configuring policies, rules, and integrations as hands-on experience is vital for 'implementing and operating' these solutions.
- **Master Network Access Control:** Deeply understand Cisco ISE for network access control (NAC), including authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA), along with its integration with other security components mentioned in the topics.
- **Endpoint and Cloud Security Focus:** Pay close attention to Cisco Umbrella for cloud security and Cisco AMP for endpoints. Understand their deployment models, threat detection capabilities, and how they contribute to overall security.
- **Content Security Deep Dive:** Thoroughly study Cisco WSA (Web Security Appliance) and Cisco Secure Email Gateway (formerly ESA) functionalities. Focus on features like URL filtering, malware protection, and data loss prevention.
- **ASA Configuration & Troubleshooting:** Ensure proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting Cisco ASA firewall features, including VPNs, NAT, and access policies, as it remains a core network security component.
- **Understand Security Operations:** Familiarize yourself with how these disparate Cisco security technologies (e.g., ISE, AMP, Umbrella) integrate and contribute to overall security operations, incident response, and threat detection strategies.
- **Review Core Security Concepts:** Revisit foundational security concepts such as cryptography, common attack types, and security architectures, as these underpin many of the practical implementations tested in the exam.
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