This learning path offers a thorough exploration of essential technologies and frameworks in SD-WAN and network security for modern enterprises. Participants will become familiar with the importance of implementing robust security policies through firewall configurations and will discover many SD-WAN security capabilities to safeguard network environments. The program also highlights key practices for addressing evolving cyber threats, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a secure and resilient network infrastructure.

This learning path explores the use of monitoring your Cisco SD-WAN fabric with SD-WAN Analytics and ThousandEyes, showcasing their unique methods of providing visibility into network and application performance. As a WAN engineer, monitoring and keeping an eye on the health of your network can be a constant challenge, but luckily network monitoring capabilities have come a long way. In today's complex network environments, having robust monitoring capabilities is essential for network engineers to understand and troubleshoot issues effectively. SD-WAN Analytics and ThousandEyes are powerful tools that provide varying levels of network visibility, each offering unique perspectives and usage scenarios. Understanding the capabilities of each helps network engineers identify the right tool for their specific needs, ensuring optimal network performance and reliability.

The Cisco Meraki MX is a versatile enterprise appliance that combines security and WAN functionalities in a single device. The MX provides secure connectivity for central hubs and multi-cloud environments. In this Learning Path you will get to experience all aspects of the MX. WAN configuration, WAN Fail-over, ISP Changes, Layer 3 and 7 Firewall Rules, Warm Spares and Creating a Mesh VPN.

A tutorial outlining Catalyst Managed Mode in the Meraki Dashboard which allows a Cisco Catalyst switch to be fully integrated and managed through the Meraki dashboard. The user will see how Meraki Monitor Mode allows the Meraki Dashboard to monitor the Catalyst switches and Wireless Lan Controllers without the ability to configure or manage them through the Meraki Dashboard and will walk through the conversion of a 9300-24UX into Managed mode as well as Monitor mode. The user will also see a demonstration on routing between a Catalyst Switch and a Meraki MX Appliance.

Meraki Wireless is designed to simplify the deployment, management, and monitoring of Wi-Fi networks. Some key features of Meraki Wireless are Cloud-Based Management where the Meraki Wireless access points are managed through the Meraki Dashboard, allows administrators to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot wireless networks from anywhere with internet access. The solution is scalable, making it suitable for a wide range of environments, from small businesses to large enterprises. The Meraki Dashboard provides detailed insights into network performance, user behavior, and device usage, helping administrators optimize their wireless network. Meraki Wireless solutions include robust security features, such as automatic firmware updates, integrated threat detection, and advanced encryption protocols. The access points are designed for easy installation and configuration, with features like auto-provisioning and zero-touch deployment. Meraki Wireless integrates with other Meraki products, such as switches and security appliances, allowing for a unified networking solution.

SD-Routing is a new capability offered by Cisco, in an attempt to simplify and overcome the challenges of traditional routing deployments. This capability enables autonomous (non-SD-WAN) routing devices to be managed through the Catalyst SD-WAN Manager, unifying autonomous and SD-WAN devices into a single platform, unlocking many of the tools and features previously only offered to SD-WAN devices, such as device lifecycle management, DIA (Direct Internet Access), Cloud-onRamp, and troubleshooting tools. Enroll to gain practical skills in onboarding traditional routing devices into SD-WAN Manager, and become proficient in leveraging SD-Routing's benefits for simplified network management and enhanced operational agility. Start your SD-Routing journey today!