This skills-based assessment examines network security configuration. The exam is divided into four parts: 1) Build the network topology and configure basic device settings, 2) Secure network routers by configuring passwords, login banners, firewalls, and intrusion prevention, 3) Configure a site-to-site VPN, and 4) Secure network switches by configuring passwords, trunk ports, and port security. The assessment is designed to test the student's ability to implement security features on routers and switches using both the Cisco IOS command-line interface and Cisco Security Device Manager.