Top 5 Networking Certs for 2022

[@JeremysITLab]

Wholeheartedly agree with the focus on Cisco certs! Those are the ones recruiters are looking for, and it's not difficult to transfer your skills from Cisco to other vendors if/when the need arises.

[@davidbombal]

Great comment Jeremy. And agreed - learn the technology, not just the CLI commands. If you understand OSPF or BGP etc, it's easy to jump from one vendor to another.

[@vickysandhya2851]

Happy to see my both networking teachers ....@Jeremy's IT Lab , @David Bombal your vedios are always boosting my networking knowledge day by day ..thanks a lot sir ...

[@dlengelkes]

What do you all think of Cisco Cyberops certifications?

[@qhamanirebe6496]

@@davidbombal Mr Bombal, that is great to hear all of that. We are glad to have people like you in this platform and I'm looking forward to doing more of the Cisco CTFs

[@gordonwalaits4195]

Hello Jeremy. Do you think Network cert. are still valuable?

[@ismailjee23]

You are 100% right about gatekeepers. Certifications doesn't make you an expert but the process does

[@davidbombal]

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[@isaacchk]

David Bombal is the only person I know with a true desire to help. Thank you, David.

[@commanderfarsight2351]

Currently working on my CCNP. Have already done my CCNA with 3 programming languages on the side; html, C# and python. It really helps.

[@runrunsomethings5229]

As always, David has one of the best IT carrier advices. Thanks

[@MyComputerCareer]

Such great info!

[@zukxxxx0]

Network plus before ccna I mean the core knowledge can be got from the network plus. I found that way easier and worked on me. Just my opinion through my experience ☺️

[@AndrewEvenstar]

That's what I'm doing!

[@kielmoreland7704]

Thanks David for this video and I agree with you. As I am working towards my CCNP, I am working on the ENCOR and then the ENSLD. I have dabbled in DevNet Associate but shifted my emphasis from the DevNet certificate to three specific things: Docker, pyATS, and Ansible (with a side of Nornir) because network automation isn't going anywhere, and I want to stay relevant. When I studied Cisco DevNet, I really lost interest about half way through it. Therefore, for me, I want to be a network engineer with some DevNet experience/development experience hence the shift to CCNP ENCOR and ENSLD. I am also going to study Juniper stuff as well as because my current employer is starting to deploy Juniper firewalls in our network cores. I know nothing about JUNOS and I hate feeling lost while trying to work our network teams when working on the firewalls.

[@eliyagervas8680]

Thanks David, I passed the CCNA 200-301 today, still at college am looking for CCNP next

[@napolitano_88]

It's always refreshing listening to you. Thank you for this. Got the CCNA late last year and was wondering what to go for next. But now, I know what to go for.

[@joshuajamroziak3133]

I am changing careers and am taking a Networking program at a local polytechnic school which includes the CCNA program. Hopefully after this course I can write it. I am also taking the Cisco RSTECH as my instructor said it would help with some concepts. Security is my goal but learning code will help as well. I'm not young, but it is never too late to start learning something new. Thanks for the motivation as always!

[@w.townsend3477]

Thanks for this information. I'm currently in a PC Support role, and looking to advance my career. I was sincerely considering a Juniper networking cert, however, the comparison search you showed has convinced me that the CCNA is likely the best route to take.

[@elmariachi7853]

Totally agree with you. For me personally, I got my CCNA in the 2021 and now preparing for the CCNP ENCOR. Looks to me that they CCNP ENCOR exam is a smooth transition from the CCNA.

[@simonvestvik4936]

i am one of the few that got your udemy corse for cristmas in the givaway for the CCNA. I was already studdying for it. and after 337 visd in 11 days my mockup exsam results have increased by 30%. running for CCNA as fast as i can get the money for it bechause beeing a student in Oslo is exspensive.

[@Charlie-zc7wf]

I have only ever run across Juniper equipment once in my career....and every single day in the workplace all the technicians and senior engineers (around 35 total) harassed upper-management to change to Cisco. Eventually they did switch to a Cisco exclusive network.

[@samjones4327]

Thank you once again for a great informational video David! You have given a clear and concise direction for me and I'm sure thousands of us who are starting out and for me, starting over or pivoting in out careers. You always offer best path scenarios and directions and I appreciate you sir. I have chosen the Cisco route for sure and am on the fence with learning automation and python but I know its where we are heading and now you have me thinking about SD-WAN for sure now! Again thank you for all that you do for us and Happy New Year! Cheers!

[@davidbombal]

Thank you Sam! Just remember that you try a few things and see what you like most. In other words, learn a bit of DevNet and see if that is what you actually enjoy. You also have time to pick up multiple certifications.

[@samjones4327]

@@davidbombal Thank you! I will definitely try things on for size! As a matter of fact I’m getting ready to take my CCNA exam in a week and I’m starting on Python this morning! Can you recommend a good starting out code editor to work with Python? I would appreciate that! Cheers David!

[@zaaiddutoit644]

Happy New​Year David, and thanks again for a good guideline video in Networking. I've asked many of our students and engineers in training to follow your videos and guidelines. Thanks again.

[@patrickilunga3312]

David you changed my life after follow motivation read a lot I got my CCNA. 1 year 2 months I am in US I got opportunity to work on Cisco . Thanks for contents and motivation sir.

[@beaminul]

I am from Bangladesh. I totally agree with you and you're great.

[@aliriomarcano4569]

Hi! I think you're right. The best way to start is with a Cisco CCNA cert. Besides lots of companies search for people trained on Cisco.

[@c12651]

Love this content as a network enginneering student from sri lanka .

[@Dasilife171]

great David thank u very much i hAD done huwei certifaction hcia hice now i prepare for CCNA

[@killerbuellxb12]

Awesome, awesome base line in finding my next inspiration. I have learned a great deal from David and also network Chuck, they want this to be serious but also FUN when it comes to learning. Thank you, and please keep pumping out new information and videos!

[@garyrange2846]

Very True, the JNCIA did nothing for me, job wise in London, UK; my concentration this year will be on the CCNA and Azure.

[@SuperHtownswag]

damn for real mate? that sucks

[@garyrange2846]

@@SuperHtownswag Good thing I had done the CCNA in the past, as the job I have now, the interview was mainly on the CCNA content.

[@renegonzalez8181]

CCNP opened international doors for me. If you are thinking abot this path... it is the right one!! I´m from Venezuela.

[@Sselene4]

Thank you for your amazing videos, they're so in formative and helpful! I am looking into getting into IT/Networking/Cybersecurity by getting certification. I know it's a long shot but I am determined to do it! :)

[@ashtullview]

What about N+ from compTIA

[@Idle125]

@@ashtullview I think is good cert,if you don’t have any foundation

[@zadkieladdae8145]

Great video Mr. Bombal. This is a good motivation for 2022.

[@felipesoarescampanaro1557]

Hey David, thank you so much for your advice! As I have got the ccna, now I am going to pursue my devnet associate cert and then ccnp enterprise.

[@franckkwami1461]

Hello Bombal, I already pass my CCNA, and now at CCNP.. I want to get to network automation side and understanding of APIs but I don’t know where to start. Please can you make videos on Devnet Associate?

[@AbdulAhmed-gx2rh]

David Bombal I agree with you 100% Cisco is one of the best networking Certs in the market toaday. Your information always is awesome!

[@euric869]

I seem to be leaning towards Net+ and Sec+ and once I get into the field I'll get a CCNA.

[@bross_exe]

I've been going with the same mindset. I've been studying the last two weeks daily for net+, but now this video has me second guessing slightly. If I were not going to get my security+ after my network+, I would have probably been convinced to start looking into CCNA now.

[@charlesmwandidya2505]

I fully agree. Your advice is the best and not biased. Thank you so much for that eye-opener sir.

[@Kivsha]

i would honstly say that after ccnp security you might want to get your cissp if possible. cissp is one of the harder certs but it has respect and a strong name behind it

[@cagertruro]

I am CCIE EI, CCNP SP, DEVCOR and I am pursuing CCDE. I think CISCO certifications are really important nowadays. You are the best David!!😎

[@AkashKumar-if9tq]

Hey david....please make such a video for pursuing my career in ai and Data Science....it will be a great help

[@davidbombal]

Great suggestion!

[@YakuLin]

I got my CCNA a few months ago. I plan to do CCNP Security with Security Automation and Programmability as my choice of concentration exam because we really cannot deny that Network Engineers need to know how to program. I don't think we can keep ignoring it in the future. (Will probably take around 2025. I want to gain experience in the industry first.)

[@iainmaois595]

Good day sir. How about "AWS" out of your five topics to study this year what would you say about AWS?..

[@emanuelcruz8127]

As always, you are a great IT carrier advisor and teacher. thank you

[@hs53]

Yo man. I did ccna in 2016 but now um able to work with other vendor. And I have plans for cisco cyber security and ccnp enterprise. They are the best.

[@MaramRohan]

I am about to take my CompTIA Netowrk+ exam this month. After that, I will be studying for CCNA!

[@davidbombal]

All the best for the exam! You can do this!

[@prabuddhabhalerao1]

Hello David, really appreciate your time and dedication towards guiding network engineers, both freshers and professionals. I have completed my CCNA (old course) and planning for CCNP 300-415 this month end and after that CCNA DevNet Associate. I would also like to learn more about IoT, may you please let me where to start for it? Looking forward for your response.😊

[@purplecrayon7281]

Does your job (or job promotion) require the certs, or are you just collecting certs? If you are currently working in IT, ask your manager if they are hiring CCNP cert holders. If you are unemployed even with the CCNA, you might want to hold off collecting certs -- companies are looking for portfolios of IT-related work, not just certs.

[@prabuddhabhalerao1]

@@purplecrayon7281 Thankyou for your reply. I'm currently working in an SP domain where experience as well certs are required. Also there is shift going from Traditional networking to SDN and Network Automation, so I want to increase my domain of knowledge. Industries are looking for multiple skills as of now, networking, cloud, security; for an example.

[@purplecrayon7281]

@@prabuddhabhalerao1 Since it takes time and money to level up to a CCNP, would you be getting a pay increase from your company after getting the CCNP? i.e. Is it financially worthwhile for you to get a CCNP? This is something you will have to discuss with your company's HR. Good luck!

[@Geomaverick124]

I am thinking of getting AWS CCP, AWS Developer, and the DevNet Associate. I already have the CCP setup for the end of March. Eventually I want to get the AWS SysOps, AWS SAA, Security, and DevOps.

[@lohfrankdvd]

Hello David, Thanks for your video, good information and also accurate for belgium. At this time no jobs for Jncia, or Aruba. 2000 jobs for ccna

[@JacekHryniewicz77]

hi David, completely agree with your list. The first two certs are also on my list for 22 H1.

[@taqial-shamiri3377]

David, I agree with your view. Cisco is hot in general but will also depend on the specialisation track as well if you are targeting specific company. For instance service providers seem to prefer Nokia, Juniper etc. I hoped if you have had considered the shift to cloud aws, azure, Google cloud. For instance collab industry now moving to zoom, webex and teams.

[@davidbombal]

I cover cloud certs with Bart in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJ3Pn6uFi8SUiLc

[@rajeevks1]

Agree that Cisco is Industry leader and to begin the career, as you mentioned if you have limited time and resources then you have to do what gives you the return quicker and once you are in there then you can carry on taking other certs to broaden your knowledge base.

[@MickeyAlderson]

Interesting opinions here (emphasis on "opinions"), but it depends on the purpose of the certification and why you're getting it. If you're just trying to "get past the gatekeeper", i.e. checking off a box on a resume to get an interview, then yes, CCNA is a good idea. If you're trying to actually learn networking and the basics of how things work, CompTIA Network+ and Security+ are absolutely the place to start. CompTIA will teach actual networking concepts from a non-biased perspective so you can work with any vendor more seamlessly, as opposed to Cisco teaching you the "Cisco way" which isn't necessarily the best thing moving forward for your career advancement.

[@ChitChat]

I'm curious about your thoughts about why there isn't a high demand for CCNP Data Center? Seems like DCs are a big deal for cloud services. Thanks.

[@samos783]

Hi David, Can't agree more with that list. My two cents regarding another hot topic is Cloud Networking. New or experienced engineers may want to look to AWS/Azure/GCP Networking cert, as well as Aviatrix. That should not be done as first though.

[@darilmorais3206]

i come from África-Angola🇦🇴. excelent video. many tanks teacher. im happy to see here 2 of my favorite masters @David on video, @Jeremy on comments ❤

[@november1407]

Thank you for this video, I really needed a support to decide, however, your list is pretty close to mine, but hearing it from you is giving me more confidence than hearing it from my tiny brain ;)

[@reastle1307]

00:14 why that blury text ?

[@TA-ht4jo]

Great video. I already got my CCNA. I’m working on CCNP Security right now.

[@HighDesertMTB]

Good, solid list, David. Like you, I've had many, many certs over the years, but ended up letting a lot of them lapse. So last year I did get the DevNet Assoc (really outside my comfort zone and I love it) and I'm half-way to getting my CCNP Enterprise (2nd CCNP).

[@Kunine]

JNCIS and JNCIP are valuable certs if persuing Juniper. Personally being knowledgeable in Juniper has done wonders for me and I believe the architecture is better. I still find it hard to believe the majority of Cisco IOS uses a startup config and running config, very archaic compared to a candidate config and commit function. That being said CCNA will teach you more then the JNCIA from a networking perspective as a newbie. From a security perspective would look to Palo Alto and Fortinet, these are the top 2 vendors, honestly dont see firepower as the most popular option and would avoid unless already in your day to day job. I personally have seen Palo, fortinet, checkpoint and juniper more then firepower. Start with CCNA then adapt to personal circumstances, dont just mindlessly follow Cisco.. IMO

[@yesthejets3377]

Yea David is a liar, Juniper is used so much among ISPs, it’s got roll back configs, it’s built on Linux so it’s automation friendly, it’s cheaper etc etc, the only Cisco cert worth a damn is CCNA, after that u don’t need a CCNP or above, most organizations can’t afford a completely Cisco network & it’s has too many proprietary technologies, I agree with everything u said

[@cagertruro]

Look CISCO IOS XR.

[@Kunine]

​@@cagertruro Only on their most expensive products, whereas Palo alto and Juniper offer on low end aswell.

[@Geomaverick124]

So start with the CCNA and DevNet Associate then choose either the CCNP or the DevNet Professional...and then finally the CCIE.

[@avr512]

Hi David, What about cloud related things, DNS security, Infoblox, Cisco Umbrella. I heard cisco is moving to subscription based IaaS, I live in Middle east, I'm a CCNP enterprise, i was a R&S fanboy, but now I feel like I'm far behind the market trends. What do you think?

[@levancuong1538]

Sure, cloud should be the market trend

[@mariomatejka]

I work for a large telecom company in Canada. Over the years I have noticed that we are using less and less Cisco devices. It's getting to a point where I am considering not even renewing CCNP.

[@desmondkemei3822]

I you sure about this?

[@madjedsolt5878]

101% agree with you. And thank you for amazing content as always. Greetings from Algeria

[@davidbombal]

Thanks for watching!

[@vannerdherd]

The great question is...how many certs is TOO many? I know of a co-worker that has 40-50 certs + Bachelor degree + over 20yrs exp. and was passed over in the hiring process with someone with under 10 certs + AAS degree + 20yrs exp...for a job paying in the $90k...Where is the happy medium?

[@MK-jf1rv]

Thanks for this content🙏😊 i am ccnp EI currently working on sd wan project..my ccnp is going to expire which certification is good to renew my ccnp...is there any certificate options for Viptela..Please help me

[@toddboucher3302]

No it is an old video but I just thought I’d throw it out there past my cc in a into thousand 13 worked a little bit with it kept playing with it kept staying refreshed. I was planning on last year to take the new CNA but I actually got bored with it. It was so shallow and not really deep. I’m so taking a python class now I’m going to get certified in that, then I’m probably gonna go through and maybe Deb had associate and then I was debating should I get the cc in a just to have it on my résumé as not expire or just put in the work and get the CCNP. He. Unfortunately with me I’m 60 so my career is coming towards an end and the payment for the certifications is quite high so I was just thinking I could save $300 if I just did the devnet and then the CCMP is it even say doable since my last certification was so old even though I still play round the stuff I never got a job in it and per se, actual networking, because I was doing networking in my telecommunication engineering position

[@gordonwalaits4195]

Thank you David for the videos. Are network certification still valuable in 2022?

[@goranglasnovic4085]

Hi David thanks for video but l would like to ask do we need any cours for network monitoring with ccna or ccna is enough for first job and what abouth the peopel who got cert but no college and no experience.

[@nesioa.jtembe4880]

Thank you for providing such a great content for us and helping this new genaration of people like me and others getting into technology and make our dreams come true. I really appreaciat Mr. David Bombal

[@madaraekouta8058]

Hi David ..... Happy New year and thanks for your many advice... I share your point of view about the certs we should get in 2022

[@geechiforever]

What if I’m starting off in IT should I get my CompTia Network + first ? To understand the basics

[@ushakirangollapalli135]

Thank you David for your guidance 🙏

[@YakuLin]

What's your opinion on CyberOps Associate?

[@aviz9830]

Cisco dcaci and palo alto are also in demand.

[@seanlowe5547]

Hi David. Thanks for the video. I have a question. What is the best path to become a Data Center CCNP eng with no DC experience. I own CCNA R&S, CCNP R&S, CCNA DevNET, CCDA. Thanks again David.

[@qhamanirebe6496]

Can you tell us which are the top 5 online academies you would recommend us to take into account when you'd like to earn one of these certifications?

[@prasanthravichandran626]

Awesome video!!. Thank you @David You are rocking😊

[@davidbombal]

Thank you Prasanth!

[@KenSherman]

I think “mindset is everything”. 😌

[@jeetintyagi]

very good list backing up with the market trends and demand but what if one have CCNA 200-301 CCNP encor and enarsi and want to switch completely into cloud like AWS/Azure love from India

[@IAmWrk_]

I somehow landed a network engineering role with just my Comptia security+ which do you think i should go for first to make sure i can start being effective, CCNA or Network+ ? I was also a web developer so i understand programming etc… Should i start CCNP instead?

[@ktthompson1471]

Once obtaining the CCNA, let's say someone has associates in Cybersecurity, what could they possibly do with both career paths? Let's say this individual, might not want to stay stagnant at a desk but maybe be on the road and travel to different work sites configuring networking, is that possible?

[@joejoe2452]

Is Cisco certs like ccna and ccnp still worth it to take in 2023 and also what is the future like for networking?

[@Ismail-hl7iv]

Would love to know as I'm asking same question

[@aFutureSelf]

I just passed my Net+ 2 days ago. I can already see how a CCNA would help me get a pay bump whilst the Net+ was good to refresh my CompTIA A+ and get me prepped for the CCNA . I'd say the CCNA won't ever be irrelevant in the networking space considering the networking principles that are taught and required for a career regardless of vendor. I'm currently working in an MSP and a lot of the devices we provide are Ciscos. At least half if not more and understanding the Ciscos would help with the other vendor devices anyways. So I'm going for my CCNA within 6 months this year.

[@trier4952]

After quite of bit of time and experience of course, would it be more beneficial to get a JNCIE along with the CCIE or just go for the CCIE alone?

[@malfoytech4601]

Please make video about network automation that would really help a lot to get devnet associate certification.

[@rahmanioussama954]

Hello David , Do you not recommend CompTIA Network+ before move to Cisco CCNA?

[@MediMizerSoftware]

Like most videos, this is oriented toward getting a job, which makes sense for most people. I am looking for education as a business owner, so useful content to manage my Saas and network is key. What combination of certifications gives me the most current useful information?

[@michaeltrondsen7220]

Love Bart Castle and his energy and knowledge of the cloud, very much looking forward to that video 👍🏻 Great content as allways Mr. Bombal ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@peterlodang6012]

Hello David, I have agree with the list and this will give me more focus in my field but the question arise is that, is it possible for one to learn CCNA and later do CCNP security instead of enterprise.

[@TheNetworkChef]

What about the CCNP Data Center?

[@papajohnscookie]

David your videos are great, i'm working through one of your Udemy courses at the moment and it's very thorough.

[@agigcbo]

David - if someone wants to begin with CCT, which from what I can tell is what ICND1/ICND2 used to cover, is there any course or study guide better than others out there? Most of what I'm seeing are guides just for CCNA. If that's too advanced out of the gate, would it be beneficial to get your feet wet with the CCT?

[@englishwith_mark]

Great video thanks David !! i got my ccna a year ago, i believe in cisco certifications, im from Australia not America. I officially start looking for my first job in IT next month which im really excited about. With so many cisco paths to choose from, how do you know which path to take between, security, cloud, datacentre, etc etc. ? i've been told network engineers are heading to the cloud as well, aws for example. Thanks

[@Joe-Mama.]

What about the other CCNPs? Like ISP for example. I really like working for an ISP and see my career staying with ISPs for a while. Would I be wasting my time/money taking CCNP- ISP? Thanks in advance!

[@praveendissanayake2509]

Apart from CCNA, it's very hard to find online video courses on sites like Udemy for other certs mentioned in this video. Today I just passed my CCNA after several months of self study and now I'm ready to jump into either devnet or ccnp but the lack of study material available is just perplexing. If somebody could give me some tips on where to find study material for these courses id be really grateful.

[@alejandrocarmonaligeon]

Looking forward to seeing your next video over Cloud certs. Your videos a great.

[@maximo2112]

Hello, nice video. I have a question. What do you think about the cyberops certification? I thought to do for estart the CCNA, DevNet and CyberOps. I'm planing to do cibersecurity. Thanks for your reply.

[@abinashsuresh3114]

Hello David, thank you for your videos and I watch your videos and I follow your advices. Am from Africa and am 34 and am a Mechanical Engineer but I want to make a career out of TECH but I want your advice from where to start in 2022. As a start I was planning to start from computer networking. Please Dave I really value your advice and I need your advice real soon. Thank you again David

[@lohfrankdvd]

Dear David, Dear Mentor, what path would you suggest if someone l ike myself wants to move towards DevOps. I think of CCNA, Devnet, but after that I don't know which direction I should go. Looking forward for your relpy I Thank u for your knowledge. Kr. Frank

[@webpagecoder]

@David Bombal, Happy anew year, thanks for the info, wonder if you could help me with a question? Does having a Linux certificate get me a job by itself? Thanks.

[@abdiseyoum3248]

Hello David, is collaboration certificate not relavant today? please please some advise on this.

[@dmahapatra1816]

Hi Sir. Thank You for Your analytical help to start a new goal of certification

[@MrRedhawk16]

@DavidBombal , Hello please respond in a video . You point out like many others the best certs and paths in their respected areas , But I've noticed you got 3 big Certs in one year man like what was you study plan ,hours , prep etc I believe a road map in how to study is the key .having the mind to do it and a bad study plan results in failure. Thank you and continue to be humble , Blessings.

[@SPJJ72]

I have ccna now I'm taking udemy course linux for networking gns3. Next I'm looking to ccnp enterprise maybe will do sdwan.Hows that?

[@DEEPAKKUMAR-kd5yg]

Thanks for the video sir In this year my goal to pass the CCIE Security .

[@johneandre9206]

Thank you for your help videos. In Brazil, where I live, cisco certs are much more expensive.