Exam Objectives
The successful candidate has the foundational knowledge and skills necessary
to demonstrate cybersecurity skills. This test will be an entry point into the Cisco
Certified program. The next certification in this pathway is the Cisco Certified
CyberOps Associate.
100-160 CCST Cybersecurity domains:
- Essential Security Principles
- Basic Network Security Concepts
- Endpoint Security Concepts
- Vulnerability Assessment and Risk Management
- Incident Handling
1. Essential Security Principles
1.1 Define essential security principles
1.2 Explain common threats and vulnerabilities
1.3 Explain access management principles
1.4 Explain encryption methods and applications
2. Basic Network Security Concepts
2.1 Describe TCP/IP protocol vulnerabilities
2.2 Explain how network addresses impact network security
2.3 Describe network infrastructure and technologies
2.4 Set up a secure wireless SoHo network
2.5 Implement secure access technologies
3. Endpoint Security Concepts
3.1 Describe operating system security concepts
3.2 Demonstrate familiarity with appropriate endpoint tools that gather security
assessment information
3.3 Verify that endpoint systems meet security policies and standards
3.4 Implement software and hardware updates
3.5 Interpret system logs
3.6 Demonstrate familiarity with malware removal
4. Vulnerability Assessment and Risk Management
4.1 Explain vulnerability management
4.2 Use threat intelligence techniques to identify potential network
vulnerabilities
4.3 Explain risk management
4.4 Explain the importance of disaster recovery and business continuity
planning
5. Incident Handling
5.1 Monitor security events and know when escalation is required
5.2 Explain digital forensics and attack attribution processes
5.3 Explain the impact of compliance frameworks on incident handling
5.4 Describe the elements of cybersecurity incident response
Cisco Overview
Kick-start your career with a Cisco certification!
Cisco, the worldwide leader in technology that powers the Internet, has partnered with Certiport to create the Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) certification program.
This program includes three certification exams designed to validate work-ready skills and knowledge to help learners find a job in the field of end user support, networking, and cybersecurity. Earning a Cisco Certified Support Technician certification showcases the learner’s skillset to employers, telling them they are ready to roll up their sleeves on day one.
The 100-140 CCST IT Support, 100-150 CCST Networking, and 100-160 CCST Cybersecurity exams were created by a team of subject-matter experts from diverse careers and industries (including Cisco employees, networking and cybersecurity professionals, hiring managers, professors, teachers, and the experts at Certiport) to ensure these certifications effectively bridge the gap between education and the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the workplace. It helps prepare learners for high-demand roles in tech support, networking, and cybersecurity, including analysts, auditors, support specialists, and technicians.
Cisco Certified Support Technician
IT Support certification exam
- IT End User Support
- IT Help Desk Technician
- Computer Support Specialist
- IT Help Desk Analyst
Cisco Certified Support Technician Networking Exam
- Cisco Certified Support Technician Networking
- Network Support Technician
- IT Support Technician
- Help Desk Technician
- IT Support Specialist
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Certification
- Cisco Professional Certifications
Cisco Certified Support Technician Cybersecurity Exam
- Cisco Certified Support Technician Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity Technician
- Junior Cybersecurity Analyst
- Help Desk Support
- Security Operations Analyst
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
- Cisco Professional Certifications
Learners that earn the Cisco Certified Support Technician certifications are expected to have the required knowledge and work-ready skills necessary to launch a career in IT support, networking, and cybersecurity, through at least 150 hours of instruction. The Cisco Certified Support Technician program comprises these certifications: Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support, Cisco Certified Support Technician Networking and Cisco Certified Support Technician Cybersecurity.
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Contact Cisco Support at: https://certsupport.cisco.com/s/opencase
- Log in with the email address that was used to take the CCST certification exam.
- In the Manually Selected Products drop-down list, select: Enterprise Badging Program.
- In the selection box just below, select: L&C Certification Badges.
- Enter the remaining required details.
- In the Description, include the following details:
- Badge Name
- Email Address (Enter the email address that was used to take the CCST certification exam)
- CCO ID (if known)
- CSCO ID (if known)
- Submit the ticket.
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