Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CCNACBR) Training
Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CCNACBR, course v2.0) prepares associate-level analysts to work in a threat-centric security operations center. Cisco renamed this course from CBROPS in February 2026; the certification is now CCNA Cybersecurity and the exam remains 200-201.
Course Overview
You will learn security concepts, security monitoring, host-based analysis, network intrusion analysis, and security policies and procedures — the five domains of the 200-201 CCNACBR exam — and practice them across 13 hands-on labs.
Course Outline
- 1. Security Operations
- 2. Security Principles
- 3. Access Control Models
- 4. Cloud Security Models
- 5. Cryptography for Security Operations
- 6. Windows OS Basics
- 7. Linux OS Basics
- 8. CLIs in Security
- 9. Network Protocols
- 10. Network Security Controls
- 11. IDS and IPS
- 12. Endpoint Security
- 13. Threat Actors
- 14. Cyber Kill Chain Model
- 15. MITRE ATT&CK Framework
- 16. Social Engineering Attacks
- 17. Network Attack Fundamentals
- 18. Advanced Threat Landscape
- 19. Network Security Monitoring (NSM) Data
- 20. Log Data Sources
- 21. NetFlow for Security Monitoring
- 22. Web Application Attacks
- 23. Advanced Log Analysis
- 24. Packet Capture and Forensics
- 25. Malware and Threat Intelligence
- 26. Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- 27. Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR)
- 28. Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
- 29. Incident Response Planning
- 30. CSIRT Roles and Operations
- 31. Security Monitoring Playbooks
- 32. Threat Hunting Methodologies
Lab Outline
- 1. Explore Cryptographic Technologies
- 2. Explore the Windows Operating System
- 3. Explore the Linux Operating System
- 4. Explore Endpoint Security
- 5. Investigate Hacker Methodology
- 6. Explore TCP/IP Attacks
- 7. Investigate Advanced Persistent Threats
- 8. Use NSM Tools to Analyze Data Categories
- 9. Analyze Suspicious DNS Activity
- 10. Investigate Browser-based Attacks
- 11. Correlate Event Logs, PCAPs, and Alerts of an Attack
- 12. Explore SOC Playbooks
- 13. Hunt Malicious Traffic
Intended Audience
Associate-level cybersecurity analysts working in security operations centres, and students or professionals moving into SOC analyst, incident responder and security operations roles.
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites. Cisco recommends familiarity with Ethernet and TCP/IP networking, working knowledge of the Windows and Linux operating systems, and familiarity with basic networking security concepts.
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Course Description
Understanding Cisco Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CCNACBR, course v2.0) prepares associate-level analysts to work in a threat-centric security operations center. Cisco renamed this course from CBROPS in February 2026; the certification is now CCNA Cybersecurity and the exam remains 200-201. Applied Technology Academy is an award-winning, SBA-certified woman-owned training provider (est. 2008) whose instructors are active practitioners. The course combines instructor-led training with practical exercises, real-world examples, and computer-based activities designed to reinforce job-relevant skills. It also includes formal hands-on labs for applied, learn-by-doing practice in a live environment.
Course Objectives
Once I've completed the course, I'll have job-ready skills in defensive cyber & blue teaming that I can apply immediately to our work.
Expected Organizational Benefits
After completing this course, I will be better equipped to apply these skills directly to our projects, reduce our reliance on outside expertise, strengthen our team's capabilities, and share what I learn with colleagues.
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This training provides practical, hands-on experience I can apply immediately to strengthen our work in defensive cyber & blue teaming. Additional course information is available at https://appliedtechnologyacademy.com/cisco-training/understanding-cisco-cybersecurity-operations-fundamentals-cbrops/.
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