Monitoring & Security for CCNP Routing and Switching 300-101 ROUTE
Network security breaches cost enterprises millions—and monitoring gaps are the culprit. This focused course cuts straight to CCNP ROUTE 300-101 monitoring and security controls you’ll deploy in production environments, with real-world lab scenarios that mirror what you’ll face in the exam and on the job.
AIU.ac Verdict: Ideal for CCNP candidates and network engineers closing knowledge gaps in device hardening and threat detection. Ben Piper’s teaching is precise and practical, though the 1h 45m runtime means you’ll need supplementary study materials for full exam coverage.
What This Course Covers
This course drills into the monitoring and security domains of CCNP ROUTE 300-101, covering device hardening techniques, access control lists (ACLs), authentication and authorisation frameworks, and real-time monitoring strategies. You’ll work through configuration scenarios for securing routing protocols, implementing control plane protection, and detecting anomalous network behaviour—all critical for production-grade deployments.
Expect hands-on labs using Pluralsight’s sandboxes where you’ll configure monitoring tools, test security policies, and validate threat responses. The focus is on exam-aligned content paired with practical troubleshooting workflows, ensuring you can both pass 300-101 and confidently manage security posture in live networks.
Who Is This Course For?
Ideal for:
- CCNP ROUTE candidates: Sitting 300-101 soon and need targeted coverage of monitoring and security domains without filler.
- Network engineers upgrading to CCNP: Already hands-on with routing but need structured grounding in enterprise security controls and monitoring.
- Security-focused network professionals: Want to deepen understanding of how routing infrastructure hardening and threat detection integrate.
May not suit:
- Complete networking beginners: Assumes solid CCNA-level routing and switching knowledge; no foundational networking primer included.
- Learners seeking full CCNP ROUTE prep: At 1h 45m, this covers monitoring and security only—you’ll need additional courses for redistribution, BGP, and other 300-101 domains.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Monitoring & Security for CCNP Routing and Switching 300-101 ROUTE take?
The course is 1 hour 45 minutes of video content. Plan 3–4 hours total including hands-on lab work and note-taking.
Will this course alone prepare me for the CCNP ROUTE 300-101 exam?
No. This course focuses specifically on monitoring and security domains. You’ll need supplementary study for BGP, OSPF, redistribution, and other exam objectives.
What hands-on labs are included?
Pluralsight provides interactive sandboxes where you’ll configure device hardening, ACLs, and monitoring tools in realistic network topologies.
Who is Ben Piper and why should I trust his instruction?
Ben Piper is a recognised Cisco instructor and Pluralsight author (top 5.5% acceptance rate). He specialises in routing and security with a track record of exam-aligned, practical teaching.
Can I access this course on mobile?
Yes, Pluralsight’s platform supports iOS and Android apps, though labs are best completed on desktop.
Course by Ben Piper on Pluralsight. Duration: 1h 45m. Last verified by AIU.ac: March 2026.
