Obtaining a Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) certification highlights the learner’s expertise to potential employers, signaling their readiness to dive into tasks from day one. The CCST Networking and CCST Cybersecurity exams were meticulously crafted by a team of subject-matter experts from various professions and industries, including Cisco professionals, networking and cybersecurity experts, hiring managers, educators, and Certiport specialists. This collaborative effort ensures that these certifications effectively bridge the gap between academic learning and the practical skills and knowledge essential for workplace success. By preparing learners for in-demand roles in cybersecurity and networking, such as analysts, auditors, support specialists, and technicians.