The Juniper Networks Certification Program (JNCP) E-series certification track is a multi-tiered program that allows participants to demonstrate, through a combination of written proficiency exams and hands-on configuration and troubleshooting exams, competence with specific Juniper Networks technology. Successful candidates demonstrate thorough understanding of networking technology in general and Juniper Networks E-series platforms and operating system in particular.
| Certification Credential | Prerequisite Certification |
|---|---|
| Juniper Networks Certified Associate E-Series (JNCIA-E) | None |
| Juniper Networks Certified Specialist E-Series (JNCIS-E) | None |
| Juniper Networks Certified Professional E-Series (JNCIP-E) | JNCIS-E |
| Test Level | Exam Information | Description |
|---|---|---|
E-series, Associate (JNCIA-E) |
| Designed for experienced networking professionals with beginner to intermediate knowledge of the Juniper Networks E-series platforms, this written exam verifies the candidate's basic understanding of Internet technology and related platform configuration and troubleshooting skills. JNCIA-E exam topics are based on the content of the Introduction to Juniper Networks Routers–E-series and E-series B-RAS Configuration Basics instructor-led training courses. This exam is NOT a prerequisite for the JNCIS-E exam. The JNCIA-E certification is valid for two years. Recertification is achieved by passing the current version of the JNCIA-E exam. Exam topics include: System operation, configuration and troubleshooting, E-series virtual routers, BRAS, routed & bridged 1483, PPP over ATM, PPP over Ethernet, dynamic configuration mode, L2TP, policy management. |
| Test Level | Exam Information | Description |
|---|---|---|
E-series, Specialist (JNCIS-E) |
| The JNCIS-E exam is designed for networking professionals with advanced knowledge of, and experience with, the Juniper Networks E-series platforms. The JNCIS-E exam tests for a wider and deeper level of knowledge than does the JNCIA-E exam. Sources of question content include the E-series platforms documentation set, on the job product experience, as well as the understanding of Internet technologies and design principles considered to be common knowledge at the Specialist level. Passing the JNCIS-E exam is a prerequisite for attempting the JNCIP-E practical exam. The JNCIS-E certification is valid for two years. Recertification is achieved by passing the current version of the JNCIS-E exam. Exam topics include: Advanced system operation, configuration and troubleshooting, interface configuration, routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP), MPLS, BRAS, advanced topics including multicast, CoS, advanced policy management, and security. Note—In cases of identical topics in both the JNCIA-E and JNCIS-E exam, questions are of a more advanced nature on the JNCIS-E exam. |
| Test Level | Exam Information | Description |
|---|---|---|
E-series, Professional (JNCIP-E) |
| The JNCIP-E exam is a one-day practical exam designed to validate the candidate's ability to successfully build an ISP consisting of multiple E-series virtual routers. This certification establishes the candidate's practical and theoretical knowledge of basic and advanced Internet technologies as well as the candidate's ability to effectively apply that knowledge in a hands-on environment. Candidates configure and troubleshoot routing scenarios utilizing various protocols and technologies on E-series platforms. The JNCIP-E certification is valid for two years. Recertification is achieved by passing the current version of the JNCIS-E exam. Exam topics include: Advanced system operation, configuration and troubleshooting, E-series virtual routers, BRAS, L2TP, MPLS, VPNs, interface configuration, routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP), and policy management. |
