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Cisco DevNet Specialist (Security Automation) - (SAUTO 300-735)

With the rise of software-defined networking, automation is no longer optional, it's essential. The Cisco DevNet Specialist (Security Automation) - SAUTO 300-735 course at Techboxx empowers you to automate and secure enterprise environments using modern APIs, Python scripting, and Cisco security platforms. This program blends DevOps practices with advanced cybersecurity, making you highly valuable in a market where security automation is no longer optional but critical. You will gain hands-on expertise with Cisco ASA, Firepower, ISE, and Umbrella, learning to orchestrate, monitor, and automate security workflows. With real-world labs, industry-grade projects, and expert mentorship, you will graduate with practical, job-ready skills. By the end, you will not just understand automation but will be able to implement it in complex enterprise networks confidently.

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At a Glance

A snapshot of what makes this course standout.

50+ hours of dynamic instructor-led training.

Covers full Cisco CCNP SAUTO 300-735 blueprint with practical labs.

Focus on Python scripting, REST APIs, YANG, and JSON for automation.

Real-world integration with Cisco ASA, Firepower, ISE, and Umbrella.

Hands-on labs for automating policies, monitoring, and orchestration.

Mock exams and question banks aligned with the CCNP SAUTO exam.

Industry-grade projects aligned with enterprise use cases.

Certificate of course completion.

Prerequisites

Baseline knowledge for this course.

Networking Knowledge: A solid understanding of networking concepts, routing and switching, and protocols.

Cisco Security Technologies: Familiarity with Cisco security solutions, such as Cisco Secure Firewall, Cisco ISE, and pxGrid, is essential.

Learning Formats

Schedules and formats available.

Days

Mon-Fri

Duration

6 Weeks

Time

2 hours per session

How to Attend

Available online or in person.

Held at all Techboxx Campuses

Physical classroom experience

What you learn

Overview of topics covered in this course

Covers foundational skills for network automation, including using Git for version control, understanding REST vs. RPC APIs, and Python scripting concepts like functions, loops, and classes. You'll also learn the benefits of virtual environments and automation tools like Ansible and Puppet to streamline configuration across security platforms.

Lab Experience

Infrastructure you'll work with hands-on

  • •Postman: For building and testing API calls (REST/JSON).
  • •Python (3.x): Core scripting language used to automate and interact with APIs.
  • •Git & GitHub: For version control and code collaboration.
  • •VS Code / PyCharm: IDEs for writing and managing Python automation scripts.
  • •Ansible / Puppet: For automating configuration across security platforms.
  • •Cisco DevNet Sandbox: For testing API integrations and running simulations.
  • •REST API Interfaces: For Cisco security platforms.
  • •Dedicated lab pods with Cisco ASA, Firepower, ISE, and Umbrella APIs.
  • •Pre-built Python automation environments with libraries and SDKs.
  • •Linux & Windows VMs: For scripting, testing, and endpoint simulation.
  • •Simulated Network Topologies: With Cisco Firewalls, ISE, Umbrella, AMP, and Stealthwatch.
  • •Case-study based labs drawn from real-world security automation use cases.

Global

For learners outside the subcontinent

$750USD

Regional

Accessible region-based pricing

₹25,122INR

Enterprise

Tailored for teams & organizations

What to Expect?

Personalized consultation, custom training plans tailored to your team, comprehensive progress tracking and reporting, flexible scheduling options, and quote-based pricing designed for your organization's needs.

What you become

Roles and career paths this course opens up

Automates security workflows, integrations, and incident response using tools like Cisco FMC, ISE, Umbrella, and APIs.

Prepares you for

Certifications & career paths

This is a specialist-level certification that validates your skills in implementing security automation solutions using programming concepts, RESTful APIs, data models, and various security technologies like firewalls, web, DNS, cloud, email security, and ISE.
It is one of the fastest-growing skills in networking and security. Enterprises now require engineers who can automate repetitive tasks, secure APIs, and manage infrastructures efficiently. This demand is only expected to grow in the next 5 to 7 years.
We provide Python foundations at the start of the course so you can catch up.
Absolutely! The course is aligned with Cisco’s official exam blueprint and includes training, practice labs, and mock tests to help you confidently clear the 300-735 exam.
Yes. Since cloud security heavily depends on APIs and automation, this course gives you the foundation to integrate with AWS, Azure, and GCP security workflows.
DevNet Associate is broad and entry-level, while SAUTO is specialist-level and focuses on security automation specifically, which gives you sharper career positioning.
Yes. Cisco certifications are globally recognized, and DevNet Specialist certifications are relatively new, meaning fewer certified engineers and more demand.
Yes. Security operations teams increasingly automate alert triage, incident response, and integrations with SIEM/EDR systems. These skills will reduce your repetitive workload and let you focus on higher-value analysis.
No, it enhances their capabilities, making them more valuable to organizations.
You get ahead of the curve. While most professionals still rely on manual security operations, you’ll already be an expert in automated workflows.
Automation and APIs are the foundation of AI integrations in cybersecurity. Without these basics, you cannot leverage AI-powered security platforms.
Learning automation ensures you are not replaced but become the person driving the automation strategy. You future-proof your career instead of risking redundancy.
We offer 100% refund if cancelled 5 days before start, and 50% refund within the first 7 days after starting the program, and no refund after the first week. Medical or emergency situations are considered case-by-case, with credit toward future courses available.
Yes, upon successful completion, you’ll receive a Techboxx Certificate of Completion that validates your practical training.
Yes. Even after the course, you’ll have access to mentors, doubt sessions, interview prep, job and career guidance as part of Techboxx’s learner support.
Yes, we offer free one-on-one consultation sessions for prospective students. This personalized 1-hour session allows you to have a direct conversation with our mentors. You can ask questions about your career goals, assess your current skill level, discuss the training approach, and get guidance on your career journey.
Contact us at +91-8899995512 (call/text/WhatsApp/Telegram) or visit www.techboxx.one to schedule a free consultation. We'll assess your background, discuss career goals, and create a personalized program plan for your success.
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