Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP)

The Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP) program focuses on the required elements of securing a network, such as securing Windows and Linux systems. The current lessons and detailed hands-on labs in the SCNP courseware bring a high level of security skills to the candidates.

To prepare for the examination, candidates are recommended to attend training course Strategic Infrastructure Security (SIS).

The SCNP certification requires that candidates hold an SCNS credential, in good standing, and the successful passing of one exam (number SC0-471).

The exam is designed to validate the essential security skills for securing strategic elements of the network, including: Analyzing Packet Signatures, Creating Security Policies, Performing Risk Analysis, Ethical Hacking Techniques, Internet and WWW Security, Cryptography, Hardening Linux Computers, and Hardening Windows Server 2003.

Due to the speed at which the security industry changes, security skills require updating, and as such, the SCNP credential is valid for two years from the pass date. Recertification is required within two years to maintain good standing.

The prerequisite for this certification is the SCNS. Candidates must possess their SCNS, in good standing, prior to receiving their SCNP credential.