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Designing and Implementing Cisco Service Provider Cloud Network Infrastructure (SPCNI) v1.0

The Designing and Implementing Cisco Service Provider Cloud Network Infrastructure (SPCNI) v1.0 course equips cloud engineers and network architects with skills to design and secure virtualized cloud networks using NFV, orchestration, and automation. It solves the growing skills gap in service provider cloud infrastructure, where demand for certified professionals has risen by 35% year-over-year. You’ll master cloud interconnect, high availability, and model-driven telemetry using Cisco NSO, VIM, and Kubernetes.

This course prepares learners for the 300-540 SPCNI exam, earning the Cisco Certified Specialist – Service Provider Cloud Network Infrastructure credential and advancing toward CCNP Service Provider certification. With Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, you gain hands-on experience to confidently deploy scalable, secure cloud networks in real-world provider environments.

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Course Overview

The Designing and Implementing Cisco Service Provider Cloud Network Infrastructure (SPCNI) v1.0 course, offered by Cisco, equips network professionals with the skills to design and deploy virtualized cloud networks within service provider environments. This training prepares candidates for the 300-540 SPCNI exam, which leads to the Cisco Certified Specialist – Service Provider Cloud Network Infrastructure certification and satisfies the concentration requirement for the CCNP Service Provider credential. Targeted at system engineers, technical support staff, and channel partners, this course addresses the growing demand for cloud-integrated networking solutions, with service provider network spending increasing by 8.4% globally in 2023. It is ideal for professionals involved in managing carrier-neutral facilities, cloud interconnects, and virtualized network functions (VNFs).

Students gain hands-on experience with key Cisco technologies including Cisco Network Functions Virtualization (NFV), Cisco Network Service Orchestrator (NSO), Cisco Crosswork Network Controller (CNC), and OpenStack-based virtualized infrastructure. The lab environment features real-world configurations where students deploy VNFs using OpenStack, configure application hosting in Docker containers, and implement Segment Routing (SR), SRv6, and Layer 3 VPNs. Using model-driven telemetry with gRPC and gNMI, learners complete a comprehensive project involving network orchestration, security hardening via BGP flowspec and MACsec, and high-availability configurations for VNF data plane redundancy. These labs are conducted on actual Cisco platforms, providing practical exposure to service assurance, optimization, and programmable infrastructure management.

By completing the Designing and Implementing Cisco Service Provider Cloud Network Infrastructure (SPCNI) v1.0 training, professionals prepare for the prestigious CCNP Service Provider certification, recognized globally in telecommunications and cloud networking. Certified individuals in the U.S. earn between $95,000 and $140,000 annually, with strong demand in markets like the U.S., UK, and Germany. Koenig Solutions enhances this path with official Cisco courseware and Guaranteed-to-Run scheduling, ensuring reliable access to expert-led instruction. This certification opens doors to advanced roles such as Core Network Architect or WAN Infrastructure Lead, positioning engineers at the forefront of next-generation service provider cloud networks.

What You'll Learn

Design Cisco NFV infrastructure components to optimize service provider cloud networks
Implement Cisco NSO orchestration solutions for seamless network automation
Configure MPLS and Segment Routing with Cisco platforms to enhance routing efficiency
Secure Cisco NFVI control and management planes to protect critical network functions
Implement high availability using Cisco VIM to ensure network resilience
Monitor Cisco service provider networks with telemetry for proactive performance management

Skills You'll Gain

Cisco NFV Infrastructure VNF Orchestration Cisco NSO OpenStack Cisco VIM MPLS Configuration Segment Routing SRv6 EVPN VXLAN BGP Flowspec MACSEC uRPF RTBH Filtering Model-Driven Telemetry gRPC gNMI NFVI Security

Prerequisites

Recommended knowledge before taking this course
  • Experience configuring routing protocols such as BGP, IS-IS, and OSPF in Cisco service provider networks
  • Solid understanding of Layer 2 IEEE switching protocols and their applications in large-scale environments
  • Proficiency in MPLS setup and troubleshooting on Cisco routers within extensive network infrastructures
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco IOS XR and IOS XE operating systems for service provider deployments
  • Knowledge of service provider network architectures and operational best practices
  • Deep understanding of IPv6 addressing schemes and routing principles for modern networks
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Certification Exam

Everything you need to know about the SPCNI certification exam

Exam Details
Exam Name
SPCNI
Format
Multiple choice, labs & case studies
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Passing Score
Validity
Retake Policy
Candidates must wait 5 days after a failed attempt; candidates may not take the same exam more than 3 times in a 180-day period.
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Course Curriculum

Structured learning with hands-on labs and real-world scenarios

1
Day 1– Mastering Virtualized Architecture
Cisco NFV Infrastructure Fundamentals Network Function Infrastructure Design Cisco Virtualized Infrastructure Manager VIM Cisco Network Service Orchestrator NSO IOS XR Application Hosting Skills Container Architecture Design Overview Kubernetes Concepts and Core Objects Deploying VNFs via OpenStack Platforms
2
Day 2– Optimizing Cloud Interconnect
Cloud Computing Service Models Carrier Neutral Facilities CNF Integration MPLS and Segment Routing Protocols Advanced SRv6 Network Configuration Layer 3 VPN Service Configuration EVPN VPWS Implementation Strategies DCI Solutions Architecture Overview Cloud Edge Interconnection Design
3
Day 3– Service Provider Security Frameworks
BGP Security Implementation Techniques Implementing RTBH Filtering Methods uRPF and ACL Configuration Best-Practices MACsec and Router Hardening Procedures Robust Control Plane Security Design NFVI Security Feature Deployment API Security and mTLS Protocols Cloud Network Segmentation Strategies
4
Day 4– High Availability and Network Optimization
VNF Data Plane Redundancy Design Control Plane High Availability Tactics Service Provider Multi-homing Scenarios SR-TE with IS-IS and OSPF SR TI-LFA Configuration Workflows On-Demand Next Hop ODN Implementation Flexible Algorithm Network Optimization QoS for Cloud Connectivity Performance
5
Day 5– Service Assurance and Programmability
Model-Driven Programmability Essentials NETCONF RESTCONF and REST APIs gNMI and gRPC Subscription Modes Configuring Model-Driven Telemetry Systems Streaming Telemetry with gRPC Protocols Performance Monitoring via NetFlow Cisco Crosswork Network Controller Usage Cisco ThousandEyes Integration Techniques

What's Included in Your Training

Every enrollment comes packed with resources to maximise your learning and exam success

Career Outcomes

82%

of SPCNI certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months

Salary Impact

+28%

Average salary increase reported after obtaining the SPCNI certification

Typical Salary Range (Global)
Entry$90,000–$115,000
Mid$115,000–$145,000
Senior$145,000–$180,000

*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025

Job Roles

6
  • Service Provider Network Engineer
  • Cloud Network Architect
  • SP Infrastructure Specialist
  • Network Automation Engineer
  • WAN Solutions Engineer
  • Cloud Interconnect Engineer

Companies Hiring

5,000+
AT&T Verizon Cisco Systems NTT Communications KDDI Deutsche Telekom BT Group Lumen Technologies Orange S.A. Wipro

and 5,000+ organizations worldwide seeking SPCNI certified professionals

Meet Your Instructor

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Saurabh Chauhan
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Experienced Corporate Trainer with over 16 years of combined experience as a Network Engineer, specializing in resolving complex networking, security, and virtualization issues. Skilled in administering, designing, analyzing, and developing key components of network systems, with a focus on performance tuning of VMware servers and virtual sessions. Possessing Cisco certifications such as Implementing Cisco Enterprise SD-Branch, Understanding Cisco Service Provider Network Foundations, and Implementing Cisco SD-WAN Solutions. Well-versed in working with esteemed clientele such as Apple, Chevron, IBM, and Samsung Electronics, delivering training on cutting-edge Cisco technologies. Currently associated with Koenig Solutions Private Limited since March 2019, delivering high-quality training on Cisco technologies to a diverse range of clients.

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