It’s Splunkin’ Time to Rev Up Your Security Skills

The race is on, folks. Earlier this week, we announced the launch of our latest round of Rev Up to Recert-your preferred way to learn and earn Continuing Education (CE) credits for free. If you're a networking professional who can spot, understand, and tackle security challenges using data analytics tools like Splunk, you can count yourself among the most sought-after talents in the industry.

For those new to the security game, it's time to level up with this fantastic offer.

With October's Cybersecurity Awareness Month approaching, this is the perfect opportunity to sharpen your security skills and engage in comprehensive training throughout the month. Best of all, it's completely free.

Rev Up to Recert: Security Solutions is happening now through October 31, 2025, giving you free access to one of our newest Learning Paths in Cisco U.

Whether you're new to "revving up" or hungry for your next challenge, we've got you covered with everything you need to know to elevate your career, boost your expertise, and stay ahead in the evolving security landscape.

Read on for more details and actionable steps to maximize your learning journey!

Rev Up to Recert: Security Solutions

Enjoy free access to the Enhancing Cisco Security Solutions with Data Analytics (ECSS) Learning Path (32 CE credits) until October 31, 2025.
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Introducing the Rev Up to Recert: Security Solutions Learning Path

Just released in May 2025, our Enhancing Cisco Security Solutions with Data Analytics (ECSS) Learning Path is designed to equip you with the intermediate-level Splunk skills needed to thrive in today's security environment.

Inside the ECSS Learning Path:

• 20 Courses covering Splunk fundamentals, architecture, and integration with Cisco security solutions
• 19 Hands-on Labs to apply your learning in practical scenarios
• 12 Assessments to validate your understanding
• 31+ hours of training content
• 32 CE credits toward your Cisco certification renewal (recertification)

What makes the ECSS Learning Path particularly valuable is its focus on practical skills. You'll learn how to use Splunk to detect, investigate, and respond to security threats effectively-skills that you can immediately apply in your professional role.

What is Rev Up to Recert?

If you aren't familiar with our Rev Up to Recert program, it's simple. For a limited time, we (Learn with Cisco) offer you free access to technology training that's normally available only to Cisco U. Essentials and/or All Access subscribers. View subscription plans.

During Rev Up to Recert's promotional period, you will have unlimited access to a designated Learning Path's content-labs, skills assessments, you name it. However, the value of this program quickly compounds for the actively Cisco Certified. In that case, those who complete all requirements (and receive acceptable skills assessment scores) will receive CE credits. All. For. Free.

Why you should recertify your Cisco certification

Your Cisco certification is more than just a credential-it's validation of your expertise and commitment to excellence in the networking and security field. And by keeping your certification active, you:

• Demonstrate your dedication to staying current with evolving technologies.
• Enhance your career marketability in a competitive job market.
• Gain access to exclusive resources and networking opportunities.
• Command higher salaries-certified professionals earn on average 15% more than their non-certified peers.

The Rev Up to Recert program makes maintaining your certification more accessible by providing free, high-quality training that earns substantial CE credits. The 32 CE credits offered by the ECSS Learning Path represent a significant portion of what you need to recertify, if not meeting your recertification requirement entirely.

For information about maintaining active Cisco certification status, including alternative options for meeting requirements, please review our Cisco Recertification Policy.

Rev Up to Recert in Cisco U. Free

I can't emphasize this enough: this opportunity is only available until October 31, 2025. After this date, access to this Learning Path will require a paid subscription. With the end of the year approaching, now is the perfect time to earn these credits and ensure your certification remains active.

The security landscape waits for no one, and every day that passes is a missed opportunity to enhance your skills and secure your professional future. I strongly encourage you to take advantage of this limited-time offer and start your Splunk learning journey today.

Make every Rev Up to Recert day count!

As a project manager who has witnessed the impact of this program firsthand, I can tell you that the professionals who take advantage of these opportunities consistently stay ahead in their careers. Don't miss this chance to enhance your security skills while maintaining your valuable Cisco certification. You earned it, and you deserve to keep it.

Are you new to Splunk? What security skills are you most excited to develop? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

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