The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods HN781: CCIE Service Provider Free Workbook & Track Update
May 16, 2025
Andrew Ohanian, a Dallas-based network engineer, created a free online workbook to aid in CCIE Service Provider certification study. He discusses the benefits of this certification versus the enterprise track, emphasizing vendor-neutral knowledge and job opportunities. Ohanian also dives into the unique challenges faced by wireless internet service providers, including traffic engineering and stress levels in various networking roles. Valuable strategies for mastering MPLS and transitioning to the service provider track are shared, alongside insights into the exam preparation journey.
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Service Provider Track Depth and Focus
- The CCIE Service Provider track delves deeper into routing and forwarding than the enterprise track, especially with topics like multicast VPN.
- It emphasizes vendor-neutral protocols and avoids Cisco proprietary focus, making knowledge portable across vendors.
CCIE SP Relevance Beyond Traditional Providers
- Service Provider track knowledge applies to cloud providers, hyperscalers, and large multi-tenant network environments.
- Topics like segment routing, EVPN, and traffic engineering match modern network demands beyond legacy SP networks.
CCIE SP Job Market and Salaries
- CCIE Service Provider salaries range $120k–$180k depending on experience and location, comparable to enterprise roles.
- Job opportunities are fewer, but so are qualified candidates, balancing employability.