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Cisco CBRCOR: Performing CyberOps Using Cisco Security Technologies exam guide

Exam 350-201 CBRCOR

CBRCOR (350-201) is the core exam for CCNP Cybersecurity, covering cybersecurity fundamentals, techniques, processes and automation as practiced in a SOC. Passing it alone earns the Cisco Certified Specialist - Cybersecurity Core.

QuestionsSee official page
Time limit120 minutes
Passing scoreSee official page
Exam fee$400 USD
Valid for3 years
DeliveryProctored at a test center or online, scheduled through Cisco's certification portal

Format: Multiple choice (single and multiple answer), drag-and-drop, and simulation/testlet-style items; pass/fail. Fee note: Cisco Learning Credits accepted.

Who it's for

SOC analysts and incident responders with a few years of operations experience.

What the exam covers

Fundamentals—
Techniques—
Processes—
Automation—

A dash means the vendor does not publish a weight for that domain.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Required: None.

Recommended: Three to five years in security operations.

Keeping it active

Passing earns the Cisco Certified Specialist - Cybersecurity Core (valid 3 years). CBRCOR also recertifies CCNP-level certifications.

Skills & careers

Skills it validates

  • Analyzing threats with intel and MITRE ATT&CK
  • Incident response and forensics techniques
  • Cloud and endpoint telemetry analysis
  • SOC processes, metrics and playbooks
  • SOAR and orchestration concepts
  • Python, REST APIs and automation for SOC tools

Job roles

SOC AnalystIncident ResponderThreat HunterSecurity EngineerDetection Engineer

Where it fits in your path

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Build my study plan

  1. Weeks 1-2: Fundamentals: threat models, risk, cloud and endpoint telemetry.
  2. Weeks 3-4: Techniques: hunting, forensics, malware analysis basics.
  3. Week 5: Processes: IR plans, playbooks, metrics.
  4. Week 6: Automation: Python, APIs, SOAR; Cisco DevNet security sandboxes.
  5. Weeks 7-8: Practice exams and weak-area review.

Make it yours: pick your exam date and weekly hours. We'll split your time by domain weight and give you a printable plan.

Exam-day tips

  • Expect scripting questions; know how to read Python calling REST APIs.
  • Be able to place an activity in the right IR phase.
  • Know common data sources and what each reveals.
  • Review cloud security telemetry, not just on-premises tools.

Key terms for this exam

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Frequently asked questions

How much is CBRCOR?

US$400.

Does CBRCOR alone give CCNP Cybersecurity?

No; add CBRFIR or CBRTHD.

Is CBRCOR hard?

It is broad and assumes real SOC experience; the automation content surprises many analysts.

What is the passing score?

Cisco does not publish passing scores or question counts; the score needed varies by exam form and is reported as pass/fail with a section breakdown.

How long to prepare?

Plan 6 to 10 weeks with hands-on practice.

Official page: www.cisco.com. Reviewed November 2026. Vendors change fees and objectives, so confirm with the vendor before you book. Spot something out of date? Tell us.