CCNP Security Core (SCOR)

The Cisco SCOR (350-701) — Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies — is the core exam for the CCNP Security certification and also qualifies candidates for the CCIE Security written exam. It validates deep skills in network security, cloud security, content security, endpoint protection, secure network access, visibility, and network intelligence. SCOR is one of the most comprehensive security certifications in the Cisco portfolio.

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What is the Cisco SCOR (350-701)?

Who Should Take This Course?

Network security engineers and architects
Security operations professionals with Cisco environments
CCNA Security or CCNA holders advancing into security
Security engineers working with Cisco Firepower, ASA, and ISE
Professionals targeting CCIE Security certification
Cloud security engineers in Cisco-heavy environments

What You Will Learn in the 350-701 Course

A comprehensive curriculum covering all exam objectives with hands-on labs and real-world practice.

Network Security

Implement and manage Cisco network security technologies.

Cisco ASA and Firepower NGFW: policies, NAT, and VPN
Cisco IOS Zone-Based Firewall (ZBFW) configuration
Network threat defence: NGIPS, NetFlow, Stealthwatch
Secure routing: BGP security, RPKI, routing protocol hardening

Cloud Security

Secure cloud environments and workloads.

Cloud security architecture: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS considerations
Cisco cloud security tools: Umbrella, Cloudlock, CASB
Cloud access controls and identity federation (SAML, OAuth)
DevSecOps integration and container security

Content Security

Implement web and email content security.

Cisco Secure Web Appliance (WSA/SWA) and Web Security
Cisco Secure Email Gateway (ESA): anti-spam, AMP, DLP
URL filtering, SSL decryption, and malware inspection
Cisco Umbrella DNS-layer security and SIG

Endpoint Protection and Detection

Protect endpoints and detect advanced threats.

Cisco Secure Endpoint (AMP for Endpoints) deployment
Endpoint telemetry and threat hunting
Anti-malware, EDR, and response automation
Threat Grid: dynamic malware analysis and sandboxing

Secure Network Access and Visibility

Control network access and gain threat visibility.

Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE): 802.1X, MAB, BYOD
TrustSec and Software Defined Access (SDA) security
Network telemetry: NetFlow, IPFIX, and Stealthwatch
Security visibility: Cisco SecureX platform integration

Course Prerequisites

Pre-requisites training is free when you purchase the course from ProSupport

Cisco CCNA or equivalent networking knowledge
3–5 years of hands-on network security experience
Familiarity with Cisco ASA, Firepower, and ISE

Exam Information

Everything you need to know about the 350-701 certification exam.

Exam Component	Details
Exam Name	Implementing and Operating Cisco Security Core Technologies
Exam Code	350-701 SCOR
Exam Type	Multiple Choice, Drag-and-Drop, Fill-in-the-blank
Total Questions	85–100
Passing Score	Passing score varies (typically 825 out of 1000)
Exam Duration	120 minutes
Language	English, Japanese
Exam Provider	Pearson VUE (in-person or online proctored)
Exam Focus	Network security, cloud security, content security, endpoint protection, and secure access
Exam Registration	Cisco Certification Tracker or Pearson VUE
Retake Policy	5-day waiting period between attempts; 3-attempt limit within 12 months
Certification Validity	3 years