CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure Expert Level Certification

CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure Expert Level Certification (350-401 ENCOR)

Duration: 80 Hours
Certification Level: Expert

Course Overview

The CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure (350-401 ENCOR) certification is designed for networking professionals aiming to demonstrate their expertise in advanced enterprise networking technologies. The course covers a wide range of topics including network infrastructure, security, automation, and wireless technologies. This certification validates skills in planning, implementing, and troubleshooting complex enterprise network infrastructures and prepares professionals for expert-level roles in enterprise networking.

Course Objectives

Upon completing this course, participants will:

• Master advanced routing and switching concepts
• Understand and implement network automation and SD-WAN
• Learn to configure and troubleshoot complex enterprise networks
• Implement security solutions for enterprise infrastructures
• Prepare for the CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure Expert certification exam

Course Modules

Module 1: Network Fundamentals (10 Hours)

• Overview of enterprise network design
• OSI and TCP/IP models
• IP addressing, subnetting, and routing fundamentals
• Review of routing protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies in enterprise networks

Module 2: Advanced Routing and Switching (14 Hours)

• Advanced configuration of OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP
• Route redistribution techniques
• MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching)
• Advanced Layer 2 switching concepts: STP, EtherChannel, and VLANs
• High availability technologies: HSRP, VRRP, GLBP

Module 3: Enterprise Network Security (12 Hours)

• Secure network design and implementation
• Implementing firewalls, ACLs, and VPNs
• Intrusion Prevention and Detection Systems (IPS/IDS)
• Secure routing protocols and configurations
• Endpoint security and policy enforcement

Module 4: Enterprise Automation and SDN (10 Hours)

• Introduction to network automation and SDN
• Cisco DNA Center and SD-WAN
• Implementing automation with Ansible and Python
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and configuration management
• Network programmability with APIs

Module 5: Wireless and Mobility (8 Hours)

• Enterprise wireless LAN architecture
• Wireless standards and configuration
• Implementing security in wireless networks
• Troubleshooting wireless networks
• Mobility and roaming in enterprise wireless environments

Module 6: Data Center and Cloud Technologies (8 Hours)

• Introduction to data center and cloud integration
• Data center switching and routing protocols
• Network virtualization and network function virtualization (NFV)
• Cloud network architectures and hybrid environments
• Integrating data centers with enterprise networks

Module 7: Troubleshooting and Maintenance (10 Hours)

• Advanced network troubleshooting techniques
• Using diagnostic tools for enterprise networks
• Monitoring and performance management
• Troubleshooting routing, switching, and security issues
• Configuration management and version control

Module 8: CCIE Lab and Exam Preparation (8 Hours)

• Hands-on lab practice for real-world scenarios
• Mock exams and practical exercises
• Final exam preparation and study tips
• Understanding the CCIE exam format and structure

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Network engineers and architects aiming for expert-level certifications
• Professionals responsible for implementing and managing enterprise network infrastructures
• IT professionals seeking advanced skills in network security, automation, and SD-WAN
• Those preparing for the CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure Expert certification exam