5 Reasons Why Network Security Training Should Be Your Next Move

5 Reasons Why Network Security Training Should Be Your Next Move

If you’re thinking about getting into tech or are already in it and considering your next step, network security training is one of the smartest moves you can make—and we have five powerful reasons to back that up. But before we dive in, you might be wondering, What’s the difference between ‘network security’ and cybersecurity?  (Don’t worry. We hear this question all the time.) Let’s define what “network security” refers to, specifically: “Network security” is a…

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Secure the network with Cisco AI Defense and Cisco U.

Secure the network with Cisco AI Defense and Cisco U.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, streamlining workflows, and optimizing decision-making. However, as AI adoption grows, so do the risks associated with AI-driven cyber threats. AI systems present a brand-new attack surface for attackers, who are finding novel ways to manipulate AI models, poison training data, and exploit vulnerabilities in large language models (LLMs). To combat these evolving threats, Cisco has introduced Cisco AI Defense—a powerful, end-to-end security solution for enterprises that build, use, and…

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ECSS: Level up Your Security Stack with Splunk on Cisco

ECSS: Level up Your Security Stack with Splunk on Cisco

Are you a Cisco Security customer seeking deeper, more centralized insights into your security posture? The Enhancing Cisco Security Solutions with Data Analytics (ECSS) Learning Path in Cisco U. is designed to help you do just that. This comprehensive Learning Path focuses on the powerful integration of Cisco Security products with Splunk, offering a streamlined approach to data analysis and a unified view of your security landscape. Too many dashboards, not enough insight Cisco products…

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Cisco U. Spotlight: Your Best Day of Learning is Waiting

Cisco U. Spotlight: Your Best Day of Learning is Waiting

If you feel like the world of tech just entered a fast-forward time machine, you’re not alone. That’s why we’ve organized this year’s Cisco U. Spotlight on April 24, 2025, to share our vision of what’s ahead and help you learn the skills that matter most in the tech landscape of today AND tomorrow. Our themes: pillars of digital resilience Looking ahead to the strategies and technologies of the future is an essential part of…

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Discover the Cisco Catalyst Center Fundamentals (CCFND) Training Program

Discover the Cisco Catalyst Center Fundamentals (CCFND) Training Program

Are you ready to take your Cisco networking skills to the next level? The Cisco Catalyst Center Fundamentals (CCFND) training program is the perfect starting point. This Cisco U. Learning Path is designed to provide you with a thorough understanding of the Cisco Catalyst Center while covering the latest features and capabilities. CCFND is a modernized program that replaces the older Leveraging Cisco Intent-Based Networking DNA Assurance (DNAAS) and Understanding Cisco SDA Fundamentals (SDAFND) courses,…

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Help Us Keep You in the AI Driver’s Seat

Help Us Keep You in the AI Driver’s Seat

Cisco Learning & Certifications is on a mission to provide you with AI learning that checks off all your boxes for meaningful, interesting, and relevant learning. We want to help you embrace the capabilities of AI to improve your work, no matter your role—and use AI as a resource to help you become more effective—now and into the future. It’s all about potential. But we do need the most complete picture we can get about…

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Advice from a CCIE: How to Carve Your Path to Cisco Certification Success

Advice from a CCIE: How to Carve Your Path to Cisco Certification Success

Whether your dream role is just starting to take shape or you’re well on your way, here is some advice from an accomplished CCIE Service Provider to help you on your path to expert certification success. In this blog, we’ll retrace the steps of the journey that would lead Abzal Sembay to become a lead network engineer. Read on for tips, key resources, and steps you can take to follow in his footsteps and become…

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Network Engineers: I Don't Want to Be an AI Babysitter

Network Engineers: I Don't Want to Be an AI Babysitter

I get more excited every day as I learn something new. However, I also have my fair share of concerns about the future—specifically on the topic of AI and how it will impact the role of network engineers. Okay… I probably have more than my fair share of concerns. (That won’t come as a surprise if you’ve been following the last few years of my journey, exploring the “AI FUTURE!!!”) First off, I want to…

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Join us in the Cisco U. Spotlight

Join us in the Cisco U. Spotlight

I’m excited to announce that Cisco U. Spotlight is back and brighter than ever. It all starts April 24, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time. And it’s free! Join leading minds in leading technologies Amp up your tech knowledge with the best and brightest industry leaders as they illuminate your path to learning in key technologies like network modernization, security, AI, observability, and more. Plus, learn what’s possible when you unlock the transformative power of…

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The Must-Have Skill Every Network Engineer Needs

The Must-Have Skill Every Network Engineer Needs

Welcome to “The AI Break,” the blog series that helps you stay ahead of the curve of artificial intelligence (AI). Follow along to discover what’s new as we demystify AI topics, reveal insights to help you overcome the latest challenges, and keep shaping our best future in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. Let’s start by seizing the opportunity that AI brings to the world of networks and network engineering: to become more strategic, creative, and…

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