Test for Competence in Wireshark Use for Network Analysis, Troubleshooting, and Security Now Ready

DAVIS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- CACE Technologies, Inc., developer of tools to enhance the Wireshark user experience, and Wireshark University, today announced the rollout of The Wireshark Certified Network Analyst Program, including an examination designed to confirm individual competencies in using Wireshark, the world’s most popular and widely-deployed network and packet analyzer.

Regarding the long-anticipated exam reveal, Laura Chappell, Founder of the Protocol Analysis Institute, Wireshark University, and Chappell U states, “Wireshark has become the de facto industry standard open source product for network analysis, troubleshooting, and security, and a necessary tool for pinpointing the cause of network performance issues and security breaches. The Certified Network Analysis Exam, the culmination of many months of effort by a dedicated and expert group, presents Wireshark users with the opportunity to prove their skill with the analyzer by demonstrating their competence in identifying the source of network problems and their overall grasp of TCP/IP network communications. The certification we have developed is also a perfect complement to CISSP, GIAC, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, as well as Microsoft and Cisco certifications.”

“The worldwide Wireshark community has eagerly anticipated the availability of the Certified Network Analyst exam since Laura and Wireshark University announced the roll-out of a Wireshark Certification Program over two years ago,” adds Gerald Combs, Wireshark project founder and Director of Open Source Projects for CACE Technologies. “Laura has poured her years of training experience and Wireshark expertise into a test that unquestionably proves that those who pass it are true Wireshark gurus. Anyone wishing to validate, in no uncertain measure, their ability to analyze, troubleshoot, or secure an IP-based network with the aid of Wireshark will take this test.”

Why Certify?

Information technology is a vital and growing field, and the amount of knowledge that IT professionals need to maintain, manage, and secure their networks is substantial. Certifications help train and identify qualified, knowledgeable employees, and earning a certification establishes that IT staff have the right skills, dedication, and commitment to their career to continue learning.

Exam Overview - View the Exam FAQ

To earn Wireshark Certified Network Analyst status, you must pass a single test—the WCNA-100x exam. The exam covers four primary areas:

• Wireshark Functionality

• TCP/IP Network Communications

• Network Troubleshooting

• Network Security

The 2-hour exam is closed-book and consists of 100 questions. Successful completion of the exam proves you have the knowledge to capture network traffic, analyze the results, and identify various anomalies related to performance or security issues. For registration and preparation details, click here.

Exam Location and Registration

The exam can be taken at any KRYTERION testing center around the world. To register for the proctored exam online, visit www.webassessor.com/pai. Step-by-step Exam Registration instructions are available at www.wiresharktraining.com/certification.

Exam Pricing

The exam is USD 299. The Practice Exam (online) is USD 29.

About Wireshark University

Founded by recognized network analyst expert Laura Chappell, Wireshark University provides Wireshark-authorized training on network analysis, troubleshooting and security in both self-paced and instructor-led formats. All training curriculum is based on real-world experiences and techniques used to optimize, troubleshoot, and secure networks. For more information on self-paced and instructor-led courses as well as customized and onsite training, visit www.wiresharkU.com.

About KRYTERION Testing Centers

Kryterion is a full-service test development and delivery company that provides world-class online testing technology integrating item banking, test delivery and real time reports; while leveraging a global network of testing centers. Kryterion is the market leader in live Online Proctoring, which utilizes remote video monitoring to observe test takers where they live, learn or work.

About CACE Technologies

CACE Technologies Inc. is the sponsor and innovative force behind Wireshark and WinPcap, the world’s most widely used Open Source network traffic capture and analysis tools. The company develops cutting-edge network analysis and troubleshooting products that complement Wireshark’s prodigious packet inspection capabilities. The CACE Shark Distributed Monitoring System provides enterprise-class, end-to-end network monitoring and analytics capabilities and extends the Wireshark experience into distributed network environments. Known for its user-friendly modular products, the company offers the most cost-effective analysis solutions for modern enterprise networks. For more information visit www.cacetech.com

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