CCIE

Cisco Designated VIP Christian Kellerer, CCIE #65551, shares his Cisco certification journey, how he refused to give up on the CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure certification, and the "simple" 7-step strategy that helped him pass the lab exam.

This year, we celebrate the 30-year anniversary of the CCIE certification. Let’s look back at where we came from—and how far we’ve come. 

Explore the IPSEC VPN tunnel creation process, including "Phase 1" and "Phase 2," how Security Associations are impacted when ACLs identify "interesting traffic," and even the packets involved in the communications.

Embracing a cloud-native framework, Cisco Learning and Certifications is taking strides to modernize the CCIE certification experience, ensuring it stays relevant and empowers the next generation of CCIE certification holders.

Asian Studies graduate Robert Y. never expected to have a tech career. But, he fell in love with networking, carved a path to leadership in systems engineering, and is building community through Cisco's Connected Asian Affinity Network.

Before you take the leap, explore what it takes to prepare for an Expert-level Cisco certification.

CCIE certification success stories, like all Cisco certification journeys, are unique. Step inside the memory of this inspiring conversation overheard at Cisco Live Amsterdam.

There isn't an easy, short route to passing a Cisco certification exam. Go behind the scenes of the Exam Security Program to learn how the team protects the value and integrity of Cisco certifications through the exam process.

Cisco Certification Roadmaps offer a holistic framework that gives you the updated blueprint and exam information across all Cisco certifications.