CCNA - CyberOps

Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate 200-201 CBROPS

The Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate (200-201 CBROPS) certification provides foundational knowledge and practical skills essential for entry-level roles in cybersecurity operations. It is designed to prepare candidates for real-world responsibilities within a Security Operations Center (SOC), focusing on threat detection, analysis, and incident response. The exam covers five key domains: security concepts, security monitoring, host-based analysis, network intrusion analysis, and security policies and procedures. Candidates learn to interpret logs, analyze network traffic, identify malicious activity, and follow structured response protocols. Emphasis is placed on understanding attack vectors, endpoint protection, intrusion detection systems, and regulatory compliance frameworks such as GDPR and HIPAA. This certification is ideal for aspiring SOC analysts, cybersecurity technicians, and incident responders, serving as a launchpad for advanced roles in threat intelligence and security engineering.

          Security Concepts

    • CIA triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
    • Common threat types: malware, phishing, DDoS, insider threats
    • Access control models: DAC, MAC, RBAC
    • Defence-in-depth and layered security strategies

           Security Monitoring

      • Log types: system, application, network, security
      • SIEM tools and alert correlation
      • Indicators of compromise (IoCs) and attack signatures
      • Data sources: NetFlow, syslogs, packet captures

           Host-Based Analysis

        • Endpoint protection tools: antivirus, EDR
        •  Windows and Linux log analysis
        • Malware behaviour and file integrity monitoring
        • Host-based intrusion detection systems (HIDS)

             Network Intrusion Analysis

          • Protocols: TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, FTP
          • Packet analysis tools: Wireshark, tcpdump
          • IDS/IPS technologies and signature-based detection
          • Identifying anomalies and malicious traffic

           Security Policies & Procedure        

  • Incident response lifecycle: preparation, detection, containment, recovery
  • Regulatory compliance: GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS
  •  Role-based access control and least privilege
  •    Documentation, escalation, and operational best practices 

 

Exam Overview 

  • Certification Name: Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
  • Exam Code: 200-201 CBROPS
  • Duration: 120 minutes
  • Format: Multiple choice, drag-and-drop, and simulation-based questions
  • Delivery Mode: Pearson VUE (online or authorized test centre)
  • Language: English
  • Validity: 3 years
  • Recommended Background: Basic knowledge of networking and cybersecurity fundamentals

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