CCNA Security Implementing Cisco Network Security
210-260
An Associate-level exam on the Security track, covering Security Concepts, Secure Access, VPNs, and more, rated Medium in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 12 months of hands-on experience, consisting of 60 questions in 90 minutes. Prepare with professionally curated practice questions and walk into exam day with confidence.
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Exam Details
- Time Limit
- 90 min
- Passing Score
- 825
- Exam Questions
- 60
- Exam Fee
- $300
- Format
- Multiple choice / drag and drop / simlets / simulations
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Exp. Needed
- 12 months
- Languages
- English, Japanese, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese
What the 210-260 Exam Covers
6 official domains
Security Concepts 15%
Secure Access 20%
VPNs 20%
Firewalls 20%
IDS/IPS 15%
Content Security 10%
Who Should Take This
210-260 target roles
Certification Path
Associate · Security
| Prerequisites | CCNA or equivalent |
|---|---|
| Current Exam | 210-260 |
| Next Step | CCNP Security |
210-260 exam guide
How hard is the 210-260 exam?
The 210-260 is rated medium in difficulty, most candidates prepare with at least 12 months of hands-on experience. Difficulty varies with your existing hands-on practice, so use the sample questions on this page to gauge where you stand before booking the real test.
How long should you study for the 210-260?
A practical plan for this difficulty level is 8–12 weeks of focused study at one to two hours a day. Split the time across the official domains below, finish each domain with practice questions, and reserve the final two weeks for full-length timed practice and review of missed questions.
What is the 210-260 exam format?
Expect around 60 questions, 90 minutes to complete, a passing score of 825, formats include multiple choice, drag and drop, simlets, simulations, the official exam fee is $300 USD. It is offered in English, Japanese, Spanish, French and more languages. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.
Who should take the 210-260 exam?
This is a associate-level certification, the prerequisite is ccna or equivalent, typical target roles include security engineer, network security engineer, security administrator. If the role you are aiming for appears on that list, the credential is a direct investment in your next job move rather than a general-purpose certificate.
What comes after the 210-260?
Candidates who pass usually continue with CCNP Security, this exam sits on the Security track. Map the whole path before you start studying so each certificate builds on the previous one instead of repeating the same ground.