Architecture
Exam topicEnterprise design, high availability, campus, WAN and cloud-aware architecture.
Cisco's enterprise network core exam covering architecture, virtualization, infrastructure, security, automation and assurance.
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Advanced networking
Cisco networking certifications that build confidence with enterprise networks and infrastructure.
Official breakdown sourceCisco
Course provider
350-401 ENCOR
Exam/code
1
Related routes
ENCOR is the advanced Cisco progression in the Network Engineer Premium+ route and adds enterprise networking depth beyond CCNA.
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Enterprise architecture and virtualization
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Infrastructure and network assurance
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Security and automation
The 350-401 ENCOR exam covers the core enterprise networking technologies used across Cisco's professional networking pathway.
Exam snapshot
Enterprise design, high availability, campus, WAN and cloud-aware architecture.
Device, data path and network virtualization concepts used in enterprise networks.
Layer 2, Layer 3, wireless, IP services and infrastructure operation.
Monitoring, diagnostics, telemetry and tools for maintaining network health.
Secure access, device hardening, segmentation and network security controls.
APIs, automation concepts, programmability and controller-based operations.
Breakdown based on Cisco 350-401 ENCOR exam overview.
ENCOR is an advanced networking milestone for learners progressing toward enterprise infrastructure and professional Cisco pathways.
Network Engineer
Enterprise Network Engineer
Infrastructure Engineer
Network Operations Engineer
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