Cisco Certified CCNA Cybersecurity

Foundation Level

Prove your expertise in essential cybersecurity skills, concepts, and technologies, including security monitoring, analysis, and response. 

 Launch your career in cyber operations with the Cisco Certified Cybersecurity Associate certification.

With a Cisco Cybersecurity Associate certification, you’ll prove your expertise in essential cybersecurity skills, concepts, and technologies, including understanding IT infrastructure, operations, and vulnerabilities.

Hands-on training to prepare you for a cybersecurity operations career with Cisco’s globally recognized certification.

The Cisco Certified CCNA Cybersecurity course provides foundational knowledge in cybersecurity operations, including monitoring, threat analysis, and incident response.

  • Security concepts: Demonstrate your knowledge of security terms like malware, threat hunting, and zero trust. Differentiate security concepts such as vulnerability and exploit.
  • Security monitoring: Understand the technologies used to monitor cybersecurity. Be able to identify attacks on network, web application, social engineering, and endpoints.
  • Host-based analysis: Identify the endpoints and systems protected by cybersecurity. Attribute the sources of cyber attacks and analyze key evidence, like logs and reports.
  • Network intrusion analysis: Demonstrate your knowledge of troubleshooting techniques and analysis, including assessing event and alert impact, monitoring traffic, and interpreting regular expressions.

A Cybersecurity Associate certification is proof that you’ve mastered the essentials to build your IT career in cybersecurity. You’ll also be more competitive in a field where the overwhelming majority of professionals are certified..

HRDC Claimable and Malaysian Bumiputeras are eligible for Yayasan Peneraju Financing Scheme. T&C applies.

Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CCNACBR)

14-18 Dec 2026 | 11-15 Jan 2027 | 15-19 Feb 2027 | 1-5 Mar 2027 | 19-23 Apr 2027

RM8,000.00 – RM9,350.00

  • Exam Code: 200-201 CCNACBR
  • Duration: 120 minutes
  • Question Format: Multiple-choice
  • Passing Score: 70%
  • Validity: 3 years
  • Proctored via: Pearson VUE

Skills measured:

  • Security Concepts – 20%

  • Security Monitoring – 25%

  • Host-based Analysis – 20%

  • Network Intrusion Analysis – 20%

  • Security Policies and Procedures – 15%

  • SIEM and log analysis

Who is this for?

  • Fresh grads entering cybersecurity
  • IT support staff transitioning to SOC

  • Anyone aiming for an entry-level cyber role

Cybersecurity isn’t optional — it’s essential.
The CCNA Cybersecurity cert gets you job ready.

4%

In Malaysia, only 4% of organizations are at the Mature stage of readiness

(Cisco Cybersecurity Readiness Index 2024)

84%

of Malaysian companies are still at the Formative or Beginner stage in Identity Intelligence, which is vital for detecting and mitigating threats.

(2024 Cisco Cybersecurity Readiness Index)

94%

of learners say Cisco certifications improved their job prospects and skills

(CISCO Blog)

Gain real-world SOC skills employers value

Learn how to monitor threats, analyze incidents, and use security tools like SIEM — the same skills used by SOC teams in leading organizations. It’s hands-on training that reflects actual cybersecurity operations.

Opens doors to roles in public and private sectors

From government agencies to global corporations, the demand for cyber talent is rising. This cert makes you eligible for high-impact roles in both sectors, where security skills are critical.

Cisco-certified = trusted worldwide

Cisco certifications are recognized across industries and countries. Holding a Cisco badge tells employers you’ve met global standards in cybersecurity fundamentals.

Kickstart your cybersecurity career path

Whether you’re transitioning from IT or starting fresh, this cert is your launchpad into roles like SOC Analyst, Security Technician, or Incident Responder — with room to grow into more advanced positions.

This course gave me the confidence to apply for SOC roles I never thought I could get.

Trainocate Learner

Why choose Trainocate?

Trainocate is a Cisco Authorized Learning Partner trusted by top Malaysian enterprises to upskill their teams. Our trainers bring real-world cybersecurity experience, not just theory, so you gain practical, job-ready skills. With flexible training formats—virtual or in-person—you can learn on your terms without compromising quality.

FAQs

The CCNA Cybersecurity certification is designed for entry-to-mid-level IT professionals who want to specialize in essential cybersecurity skills, concepts, and technologies. If you’re aspiring to become a network security engineer, Security operations center (SOC) analyst, or IT security operations specialist and want to validate your skills in security monitoring, analysis, and response, this certification is for you.

Although there are no formal prerequisites, the CCNA Cybersecurity certification assumes that you have foundational networking and IT knowledge. Here are some tips to help you succeed:

  • It would be helpful to invest some time learning basic networking fundamentals and security basics before diving into security-specific topics.
  • It would also be helpful to spend time in labs using software like Cisco Packet Tracer or Cisco Modeling Labs to practice configuring routers and switches.
  • The Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals | CBROPS Learning Path in Cisco U. will also help you get the knowledge and skills you need.

The CCNA Cybersecurity certification prepares you to work with security monitoring tools and platforms that focus on threat detection, analysis, and incident response. Key technologies include:

  • Cisco Secure Endpoint
  • Cisco Secure Firewall
  • Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE)
  • Open-source tools such as Wireshark

Certifications such as CCNA Cybersecurity can significantly enhance your earning potential.

According to the Pearson VUE 2025 Value of Certification Report, 32% of respondents received a salary increase after certification and 41% were hoping to receive one. In addition, 31% of raises received were above 20%. Although this data is more general to Cisco certifications, it demonstrates that certifications like CCNA Cybersecurity can have a positive impact on your salary.

The CCNA Cybersecurity certification proves your expertise in essential cybersecurity skills, concepts, and technologies, making it a versatile credential to start or advance your IT career. Cisco certifications also offer the following benefits:

  • They are globally recognized and respected by employers—serving as proof of you technical knowledge and skills, giving you instant credibility in the job market.
  • They are ANSI and NIST accredited, ensuring they hold industry value.
  • Many certified professionals report salary increases and job promotions after earning Cisco certifications.
  • And, finally, Cisco provides extensive learning resources and a strong community through the Cisco Learning Network so that you can prepare effectively and stay current with evolving technologies.

The Cisco Certified Cybersecurity Associate exam covers essential SOC fundamentals including:

  • SIEM and log monitoring,
  • Network and endpoint detection techniques,
  • Understanding of incident response procedures and analysis workflows.

These align directly with common practices in operational cybersecurity. Meanwhile, ISC2 2024 Cybersecurity Workforce Study highlights major global workforce gaps—especially in Asia-Pacific—reflecting critical demand for certified practitioners who can help close the operational skills gap.

Pro Tip: After certification, simulate reviewing a SIEM dashboard or drafting a mini-incident report. Demonstrating these can give hiring managers confidence in your hands-on readiness.

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