Juniper Certification

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TECHNICAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

Service Overview Juniper Networks Technical Certification offers multi-tiered certification tracks in all areas of competence with Juniper Networks technology. Juniper certification ensures and documents thorough understanding of Internet and

Service Description Juniper Networks® Technical Certification offers more than recognition of exceptional technical competence. Professional and Expert level technicians receive direct access to Juniper Technical Assistance Center (JTAC) engineers on priority 1 and 2 cases for any product covered by an active support contract. This privilege speeds case resolution by combining onsite expertise with the capabilities and resources of senior JTAC engineers. Organizations that hire and train Juniper-certified technicians position themselves for rapid incident response and thorough resolution to maintain the highest levels of availability and business value from their network infrastructure.

security technologies, and configuration and troubleshooting skills specific to

Introduction to Junos OS Track

Juniper platforms. Separate tracks let

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-JUNOS)

participants focus on the platform types most pertinent to their job functions and experience.

This Juniper Networks Junos® Operating System Associate exam is designed for experienced networking professionals with beginner-intermediate knowledge of the Junos operating system, networking fundamentals and basic internet routing. JNCIA-JUNOS exam topics are based on the content of the Introduction to Junos OS, Junos OS Routing Essentials, and Troubleshooting Junos OS Platforms instructor-led training course, as well as the Networking Fundamentals eLearning course. NOTE: The JNCIA-JUNOS is a required prerequisite for the JNCIS-SEC certification. The following certifications are acceptable substitutes for the JNCIA-JUNOS requirement: JNCIA-ER or JNCIA-M.

M Series and T Series Certification Track Through a combination of written proficiency exams and hands-on configuration and debugging exams, the Juniper Networks M Series Multiservice Edge Routers and T Series Core Routers certification track allows successful candidates to demonstrate a thorough understanding of Internet technology, M Series, T Series routers, and Junos OS.

JNCIA JNCIS

JNCIP

JNCIE

Juniper Networks Technical Certification Program M Series and T Series Routers Track

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LEVEL

M SERIES AND T SERIES

E SERIES

ENTERPRISE

ENTERPRISE

JUNOS

FIREWALL/

ROUTING

SWITCHING

SECURITY

VPN

Expert (JNCIE)

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Professional (JNCIP)

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Specialist (JNCIS)

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Associate (JNCIA)

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IDP SERIES

UNIFIED

SA SERIES

WXC

(SSL)

SERIES

ACCESS CONTROL

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Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-M)

E Series Certification Track

Designed for experienced networking professionals with

The Juniper Networks Technical Certification Program E Series

beginning to intermediate knowledge of the M Series and T

certification track allows successful candidates to demonstrate

Series routers and of Junos OS, this written exam verifies your

a thorough understanding of Internet technology in general and

basic understanding of Internet technology and related platform

Juniper Networks E Series Broadband Services Routers

configuration and troubleshooting skills. JNCIA-M exam topics are

in particular.

based on the content of the Configuring Juniper Networks Routers instructor-led training course. This exam is not a prerequisite for the Specialist (JNCIS-M) exam.

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist (JNCIS-M)

JNCIA JNCIS

JNCIP

Juniper Networks Technical Certification Program E Series Routers Track

The JNCIS-M is designed for networking professionals with advanced knowledge of M Series and T Series routers and Junos OS. The JNCIS-M exam tests for a wider and deeper level of

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-E)

knowledge than does the JNCIA-M exam. Sources of questions

Designed for experienced networking professionals with beginning

include the M Series, T Series, and Junos OS documentation sets,

to intermediate knowledge of the E Series routers and Juniper

on-the-job product experience, as well as the understanding

Networks Junose™ Software, this written exam verifies your

of Internet technologies and design principles considered to be

basic understanding of Internet technology and related platform

common knowledge at the Specialist level. Passing the JNCIS-M

configuration and troubleshooting skills. JNCIA-E exam topics

exam is a prerequisite for attempting the JNCIP-M practical exam.

are based on the content of the Introduction to Juniper Networks

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Professional (JNCIP-M)

Routers – E Series and E Series Broadband Remote Access Server

The one-day JNCIP-M exam is the first practical exam in the

not a prerequisite for the JNCIS-E exam.

M Series and T Series certification track. This test validates your

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist (JNCIS-E)

ability to configure and troubleshoot common routing scenarios. Passing the JNCIP-M exam is a requirement for attempting the expert-level practical exam (JNCIE-M).

Configuration Basics instructor-led training courses. This exam is

The JNCIS-E is designed for networking professionals with advanced knowledge of E Series routers and Junose Software. Sources of question content include the E Series routers

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Expert (JNCIE-M)

documentation set and on-the-job product experience, as well as

Maintaining the industry standard for technical excellence

the understanding of Internet technologies and design principles

established by the Juniper Networks Technical Certification

considered to be common knowledge at the Specialist level.

Program, the JNCIE-M certification provides you the opportunity

Passing the JNCIS-E exam is a prerequisite for attempting the

to distinguish yourself among the elite of the networking

JNCIP-E practical exam.

world. During the JNCIE-M exam, candidates will troubleshoot preconfigured networks, and configure advanced networking

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Professional (JNCIP-E)

technologies and scenarios. The JNCIE is the highest level of

The JNCIP-E is a one-day practical exam designed to validate your

certification in the M Series and T Series track.

ability to successfully build an ISP consisting of multiple E Series virtual routers. This certification confirms your practical and theoretical knowledge of basic and advanced Internet technologies as well as your ability to effectively apply that knowledge in a hands-on environment.

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Enterprise Routing Certification Track

NOTE: The JNCIA-JUNOS is a required prerequisite for the JNCIS-SEC

The Enterprise Routing certification track has courseware and

certification. The following certifications are acceptable substitutes

certifications designed for experienced network professionals

for the JNCIA-JUNOS requirement: JNCIA-ER or JNCIA-M.

with beginning to advanced knowledge of Juniper Networks Enterprise Routing.

Enterprise Switching Track Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-EX)

JNCIA JNCIS JNCIE Juniper Networks Technical Certification Program Enterprise Routing Track

This certification is designed for experienced networking professionals with beginning to intermediate knowledge of Juniper Networks Junos OS-based switches and their deployment in the enterprise. JNCIA-ES exam topics are based on the content of the Operating Juniper Networks Switches in the Enterprise instructor-

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-ER)

led training course.

The Enterprise Routing Associate exam is designed for

Firewall/VPN Certification Track

experienced networking professionals with beginner-intermediate

The firewall/VPN certification track is a two-tiered program that

knowledge of Juniper Networks Junos OS-based routers and their

allows candidates to demonstrate competence with Juniper

deployment in the enterprise. JNCIA-ER exam topics are based

Networks firewall/VPN products and the ScreenOS® software.

on the content of the Operating Juniper Networks Routers in the Enterprise instructor-led training course.

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist (JNCIS-ER) The JNCIS-ER is designed for networking professionals with

JNCIA

JNCIS

Juniper Networks Technical Certification Program Security Track

advanced knowledge of, and experience with, Juniper Networks Junos OS-based routers and their deployment in the enterprise. knowledge than does the JNCIA-ER exam. Sources of question

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-FW)

content include all Enterprise Routing training courses, the Junos

Designed for experienced networking professionals with

OS documentation set, on-the-job product experience, as well

beginning to intermediate knowledge of the Juniper firewall/

as Internet technologies and design principles considered to be

VPN products and the ScreenOS, this written exam verifies your

common knowledge at the Specialist level.

basic understanding of Internet and security technology and

The JNCIS-ER exam tests for a wider and deeper level of

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Expert (JNCIE-ER) The JNCIE-ER is designed to validate the networking professionals’ ability to configure and troubleshoot the features of the Juniper Networks J Series Services Routers. This includes the service

related device configuration. JNCIA-FW exam topics are based on the content of the Configuring Juniper Networks Firewall/IPsec VPN Products instructor-led training course. This exam is not a prerequisite for the JNCIS-FW certification.

BGP, OSPF and RIP. The candidate will have expert knowledge of

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist (JNCIS-FW)

the Junos OS CLI. Passing the JNCIS-ER exam is a requirement for

The JNCIS-FW is designed for networking professionals with

attempting the JNCIE-ER practical exam.

advanced knowledge of, and experience with, the Juniper

features such as IPsec, NAT, GRE in addition to the routing protocols

JNCIA Juniper Networks Technical Certification Program Enterprise Switching Track

Networks firewall/VPN products and ScreenOS. The JNCIS-FW exam tests for a wider and deeper level of knowledge than does the JNCIA-FW exam. Sources of questions include all ScreenOS training courses, the Firewall/VPN and ScreenOS documentation set, on-the-job product experience, as well Internet technologies and design principles considered to be common knowledge at the

Junos OS Security Track

Specialist level.

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist (JNCIS-SEC)

IDP Series Certification Track

The JNCIS-SEC is designed for experienced networking

competence with Juniper Networks IDP Series Intrusion Detection

professionals with intermediate knowledge of the Juniper

and Prevention Appliances and their deployment.

The IDP Series certification track allows participants to demonstrate

Networks Junos OS security functionality. JNCIS-SEC exam topics are based on the content of the Junos OS for Security Platforms instructor-led training course.

JNCIA-IDP 3

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-IDP)

WXC Series Certification Track

The JNCIA-IDP exam is designed for experienced networking

demonstrate competence with Juniper Networks WAN

professionals with beginning to intermediate knowledge of the IDP

acceleration platforms and their deployment.

The WXC Series certification track allows participants to

Series appliances and their deployment. JNCIA-IDP exam topics

JNCIA-WXC

are based on the content of the Implementing Intrusion Detection & Prevention (IIDP) instructor-led training course.

SSL Certification Track The JNTCP SSL certification track allows security professionals to demonstrate competence with Juniper Networks SA Series SSL VPN Appliances, which is based on the Instant Virtual Extranet (IVE) platform, and their deployment.

JNCIA JNCIS Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-SSL)

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-WXC) JNCIA-WXC is designed for experienced networking professionals with beginning to intermediate knowledge of the Juniper Networks WAN acceleration (Juniper Networks WXC Series Application Acceleration Platforms) and WAN Acceleration Cache (Juniper Networks WXC Series Application Acceleration Platforms) platforms and their deployment. JNCIA-WXC exam topics are based on the content of the Introduction to WAN Acceleration Framework (IWX) instructor-led training course.

The JNCIA-SSL exam is designed for experienced networking

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professionals with beginning to intermediate knowledge of

Juniper Networks Education Services and the technical

the Juniper Networks SA Series SSL VPN Appliances and their

certification program help ensure that you have the knowledge

deployment. JNCIA-SSL exam topics are based on the content of

and skills to deploy and maintain cost-effective, high-performance

the Configuring Juniper Networks NetScreen 5000 Series Security

networks, demonstrate your technical expertise, and keep you

Systems instructor-led training course.

ahead of the technology curve. In addition to on-the-job product

Juniper Networks Certified Internet Specialist (JNCIS-SSL)

experience, Juniper Networks training courses are the best method

Designed for experienced networking professionals with

Juniper Networks Customer Services provides a comprehensive

intermediate knowledge of the SA Series products and their

and flexible portfolio of industry-leading technical support,

deployment. JNCIS-SSL exam topics are based on the content of

professional services, and education programs that help

the Advanced Juniper Networks SA Series instructor-led training

customers transform the business of networking by maximizing

course.

their network investments. The full range of service elements

AC Certification Track The AC certification track allows participants to demonstrate competence with Juniper Networks Unified Access Control products and their deployment.

JNCIA-AC Juniper Networks Certified Internet Associate (JNCIA-AC)

for preparing to achieve technical certifications.

within our three Customer Services families—Transition, Operation, and Optimization—allows you not just to respond to market factors, but also to anticipate them. For more information about Juniper Networks Education Services, please contact your account manager or visit www.juniper.net/ training.

Certification Exams Written exams (JNCIA/JNCIS) are delivered worldwide at Prometric testing centers. To register, visit Prometric’s

JNCIA-AC is designed for experienced networking professionals

Web site at http://securereg3.prometric.com/ (or call

with beginning to intermediate knowledge of the Juniper Networks

1-888-249-2567 in North America) to open an account and

Unified Access Control products and their deployment. JNCIA-AC

register for an exam.

exam topics are based on the content of the Configuring Unified Access Control (CUAC) instructor-led training course.

Practical exams (JNCIP/JNCIE) are delivered at select Juniper Networks offices globally. To register, send an e-mail to Juniper Networks at certification-testreg@ juniper.net. Write the desired exam code number in the subject field and indicate which testing location and month you prefer in the body of the message. Please include your Prometric testing ID. You will be contacted by e-mail with available dates at the requested testing location. For more information, visit www.juniper.net/certification.

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LEVEL

EXAM CODE

TYPE

LENGTH

LOCATION

PREREQUISITE CERTIFICATION

EXAM TOPICS

Introduction to Junos OS Track

Associate JNCIA-JUNOS

JN0-100

Written exam

85 questions, 90 minutes

Prometric

None

Junos OS Fundamentals, User Interface Options, Initial Configuration and Network Interfaces, Secondary System Configuration, Operational Monitoring and Maintenance, Routing Fundamentals, Routing Policy and Firewall Filters, Class of Service, Networking Fundamentals.

M Series and T Series Track Associate (JNCIA-M)

Specialist (JNCIS-M)

Professional (JNCIP-M)

Expert (JNCIE-M)

JN0-201

JN0-303

JPR-910

JPR-900

Written exam

Written exam

Practical exam

Practical exam

60 questions, 90 minutes

Prometric

75 questions, 90 minutes

Prometric

8 hours

Select Juniper Networks testing centers

8 hours

Select Juniper Networks testing centers

None

System operation, configuration, and troubleshooting; routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and RIP; protocol independent routing properties, routing policy, MPLS, and multicast.

None

Advanced system operation, configuration, and troubleshooting; routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS; routing policy, MPLS, multicast, router and network security, router and network management, VPNs, CoS, and IPv6.

JNCIS-M

Advanced system operation, configuration, and troubleshooting; routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and RIP; routing protocol redistribution, routing policy.

JNCIP-M

Expert-level system operation, configuration, and troubleshooting; routing protocols: BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and RIP; routing protocol redistribution, routing policy, firewall filters, CoS, MPLS, VPNs, IPv6, IPsec, and multicast.

E Series Platforms Track Associate (JNCIA-E)

Specialist (JNCIS-E)

Professional (JNCIP-E)

JN0-120

JN0-130

JPR-920

Written exam

Written exam

Practical exam

60 questions, 90 minutes

Prometric

75 questions, 90 minutes

Prometric

8 hours

Select Juniper Networks testing centers

None

System operation, configuration, and troubleshooting, E Series virtual routers, BRAS, routed and bridged RFC 1483, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet, dynamic configuration mode, L2TP, policy management.

None

Advanced system operation, configuration, and troubleshooting, interface configuration; routing protocols: RIP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP; MPLS, BRAS; advanced topics including multicast, CoS, advanced policy management, and security.

JNCIS-E

Advanced system operation, configuration, and troubleshooting, E Series virtual routers, BRAS, L2TP, MPLS, VPNs, interface configuration; routing protocols: RIP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP; policy management.

Enterprise Routing Track Associate (JNCIA-ER)

Specialist (JNCIS-ER)

Expert (JNCIE-ER)

JN0-342

JN0-350

JPR-940

Written

60 questions,

exam

90 minutes

Written

75 questions,

exam

90 minutes

Practical exam

8 hours

Prometric

Prometric

Select Juniper Networks testing centers

None

Enterprise router overview, management, and architecture; user interface of enterprise routers, installation and initial configuration, monitor and maintain J Series routers, routing protocols, packet filtering.

None

Junos OS policy, BGP for enterprises, IGP conversion, Layer 2 services, Layer 3 services overview, stateful firewall and NAT/PAT, IPsec VPNs, class of service, branch office connectivity, router management. IGP Conversion, Layer 2 services, Layer 3 services overview, stateful firewall and NAT/PAT, IPsec VPNs, class of service, branch office connectivity, router management.

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LEVEL

EXAM CODE

TYPE

LENGTH

LOCATION

PREREQUISITE CERTIFICATION

EXAM TOPICS

Junos OS Security Track Specialist (JNCIS-SEC)

JN0-331

Written Exam

75 questions, 90 minutes

Prometric

None

Introduction to SRX Series, Zones, SCREEN Options, Security Policies, NAT, IPSec VPNs, HA Clustering, Intro to IDP Series, Firewall User Authentication.

Enterprise Switching Track

Associate (JNCIA-EX)

JN0-400

Written

60 questions,

exam

90 minutes

Prometric

None

Introduction to Juniper Networks enterprise switches; user interface options; installation and initial configuration; secondary system configuration; operational monitoring and maintenance; virtual chassis interface support, configuration, and monitoring; Ethernet switching and VLANs; Spanning Tree Protocol; InterVLAN routing; routing policy and firewall filters; switching security; IP telephony services.

Firewall/VPN Track Associate (JNCIA-FWV)

Specialist (JNCIS-FWV)

JN0-521

JN0-531

Written exam

Written exam

60 questions, 90 minutes

75 questions, 90 minutes

Prometric

Prometric

None

Multilevel administration; routing, including dualVR configuration; zone and policy configuration; address translation options; IPsec VPN technology and implementation.

None

Device operations and packet flow; IPsec VPNs, including PKI, hub-and-spoke, transparent mode, dynamic, and overlapping address designs; NSRP; troubleshooting of policy, routing, and IPsec VPNs; traffic management; advanced management configurations; VLANs and virtual systems.

IDP Series Track Associate (JNCIA-IDP)

JN0-541

Written exam

60 questions, 90 minutes

Prometric

None

IDP Series concepts and overview, IDP Series architecture, ESP (Enterprise Security Profiler), logs and logging, policies, rules and rulebase, reports, maintenance, and management.

SSL Track Associate (JNCIA-SSL)

Specialist (JNCIS-SSL)

JN0-562

JN0-570

Written

60 questions,

exam

90 minutes

Written

60 questions,

exam

90 minutes

Prometric

Prometric

None

IVE technology, sign-in pages and policy, user roles, authentication servers, realms and role mapping, resource policy, application support, and logging and troubleshooting.

None

Authentication options, certificates, complex policies, advanced client and server, administration, Juniper Endpoint Defense Initiative, Instant Virtual Systems, clustering, and Secure Meeting.

Unified Access Control (UAC) Associate (JNCIA-AC)

JN0-140

Written exam

60 questions, 90 minutes

Prometric

None

UAC overview, access management framework, and endpoint defense.

Application Acceleration Track

Associate (JNCIA-WXC)

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JN0-311

Written

60 questions,

exam

90 minutes

Prometric

None

WXC Series Framework overview; installation, configuration, operation and management, compression, route learning, QoS, packet flow acceleration, application flow acceleration, monitoring and reporting, WXC Central Management System, and troubleshooting.

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