CCIE
Education & Academia abbreviation · Professional Certification
| Stands for | Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert |
|---|---|
| Categories | Education & Academia |
CCIE stands for Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert, a professional certification abbreviation.
Cisco's expert-level certification, earned by passing a written qualification exam and an eight-hour hands-on lab exam. It is among the most demanding and respected networking credentials.
Example: She became a CCIE after failing the lab twice and passing on her third attempt.
Usage notes
Introduced in 1993, each CCIE holder receives a unique number, which holders often list on résumés. Labs are offered only at a few Cisco locations worldwide. Recertification occurs every three years.
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