Cisco has announced a 25% discount on selected cybersecurity and security training, alongside a free, self-paced 30-day cybersecurity challenge. The sale runs from October 12 at 8 a.m. through October 16 at 11:59 p.m., Pacific Time, in 2026.
What the Training Offer Covers
In its Cybersecurity Awareness Month announcement, Cisco highlights SCOR training for CCNP Security and cybersecurity operations fundamentals training for its CCNA and CCNP Cybersecurity tracks. The discount applies to selected learning products; check the individual listing and final checkout price before purchasing.
A Free Route to Daily Practice
The separate 30-Day Cybersecurity Challenge PDF provides a self-paced schedule for entry-to-associate-level learners and certification holders. Most daily activities take approximately 20–60 minutes, combining a learning resource with a practical exercise or reflection. Additional stretch tasks give experienced learners more to work through.
The plan moves through:
- Security foundations: threats, the CIA triad, passwords, multifactor authentication and cryptography.
- Network and endpoint defense: segmentation, access controls and hardening.
- Security operations: log sources, Splunk searches, monitoring and incident response.
- Further study: vulnerability assessment, cloud and zero trust, followed by a response capstone and certification study planning.
Who This Is For
The challenge offers beginners a structured starting point, while certification holders can use the stretch activities to revisit practical skills. Its topics may also interest readers exploring these roles:
- Cybersecurity Analyst — monitoring, threat detection and investigation.
- Security Engineer — network defenses, segmentation and access controls.
These role connections are editorial suggestions, rather than enrollment requirements. If you are considering paid training, compare the course outline with your study goals and confirm the access period and what the purchase includes. For daily practice, start with the challenge’s core activities and keep a record of what you complete.
