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CyberOps Associate

CyberOps Associate certification

Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification program validates the day-to-day, tactical knowledge and skills that Security Operations Center (SOC) teams need to detect and respond to cybersecurity threats. 

The CyberOps Associate exam and training cover knowledge and skills related to security concepts, security monitoring, hostbased analysis, network intrusion analysis, and security policies and procedures.

What you'll learn:

Required exam and recommended training


200-201 CBROPS exam

This exam tests your knowledge and skills related to security concepts, security monitoring, host-based analysis, network intrusion analysis, security policies and procedures

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Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS)

Learn the essential skills, concepts, and technologies to be a contributing member of a Cybersecurity Operations Center (SOC) including understanding the IT infrastructure, operations, and vulnerabilities.

Four ways to purchase this course:

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CyberOps Associate Essentials webinar series

Register now to view the CyberOps Associate Essentials episodes to learn the necessary skills to establish a successful career in cybersecurity.

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The SOC team needs you

Security Operations Center (SOC) teams need skilled workers to safeguard IT infrastructure.

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Access training videos, webinars and the CyberOps community, where you can ask technical questions, join discussions, and receive study tips to help you achieve your CyberOps Associate certification.

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Step 1: Review

Use the exam topics to evaluate what you already know, identify areas of focus, and build your study plan.

Step 2: Study and train

Once you know which topics your exam will cover, choose a study or training option that works for you.

Step 3: Connect to our community

Your free Cisco Learning Network membership includes free study resources to supplement your learning journey. Access training videos, webinars and the CyberOps community, where you can ask technical questions, join discussions, and receive study tips to help you achieve your CyberOps Associate certification.

Step 4: Practice

Practice with Cisco labs, simulation tools, and sandboxes.

Step 5: Assess

Test your readiness with official CyberOps Associate practice questions.

Step 6: Schedule test

Schedule to take your CyberOps Associate exam online or at a Pearson VUE location available worldwide.

Step 7: Certify

Log in to the Certification Tracking System to see your updated status and claim your digital kit. If this was your final certification exam, congratulations! It’s time to celebrate and tell the world about your accomplishment.

Step 8: Recertify

Keep your certification current and your skills sharp with Continuing Education.

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