Security Certified Network Architect - SCNA

Security Certified Network Architect - SCNA

The Security Certified Program (SCP) focuses on the skills that network administrators and IT professionals need to complete network security related tasks.

Network Security is a major concern for every business, no matter their size. Data theft, loss of productivity and decreased profits are unfortunately commonplace due to security breaches. Security professionals are trained to think proactively. The SCP certifications provide a solid knowledge of both defensive network security systems and the trusted needs of security.

The SCNA program is all about trust. In this program candidates will learn how network security is moving towards trusted communications, and how the defense schemes alone are not enough. The SCNA program deals with the two most exciting and critical areas of security: PKI and Biometrics.

IT Centers offers the following exam and textbook for this certification:

The ASI exam is designed to use the technically advanced skills that a security architect requires. These skills include PKI Technology, Cryptography, Digital Signatures and Certificates, Strong Authentication, PKI Policy and Architecture, and Advanced Topics.

The Solution Exam will encompass all facets of technologies covered in the SCP courses. A candidate will require knowledge in the following areas to successfully complete this exam: Firewalls, Intrusion Detection, Operating System Security, Risk Analysis, Security Policies, Signature Analysis, Virtual Private Networks, Router Security, Cryptography, PKI Planning, Digital Signatures and Certificates, Biometrics and Strong Authentication, Email Security, PKI Policy and Pilot, Smart Cards, Desktop Security, Wireless Security, Law and Legislation, and Computer Forensics.