CCIE Enterprise Wireless
Lead the future of Wi-Fi: design, deploy, and optimize enterprise-scale wireless architectures.
The Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Enterprise Wireless certification validates your ability to plan, design, implement, operate, and optimize sophisticated enterprise wireless networks at scale, demonstrating end-to-end mastery of wireless infrastructure, mobility, security, and automation in challenging real-world environments.
Course Outline
Wireless Fundamentals & RF Design
- RF theory, propagation, spectrum, channels
- Antenna types & planning
- Site survey techniques, heat maps, interference analysis
Enterprise Wireless Architecture & Design
- WLAN architecture (controller-based, controllerless, cloud)
- Design for capacity, coverage, mobility
- High-availability & redundancy in wireless networks
Implementation & Configuration
- Access Points, controllers (Cisco WLC, Catalyst, etc.)
- WLAN configuration (SSIDs, security modes, QoS)
- Roaming, mobility, guest access, AAA integration
Wireless Security & Policy
- Encryption protocols (WPA3, 802.1X, EAP methods)
- Wireless intrusion prevention / detection (WIPS / IDS)
- Client onboarding, posture, and access control policies
Performance, Troubleshooting & Optimization
- Monitoring, telemetry, analytics (wireless-specific tools)
- RF optimization: channel planning, power control, interference mitigation
- Client connectivity issues, mobility issues, roaming failures
Automation, Programmability & Advanced Features
- APIs for wireless (REST, model-driven)
- Integration with SD-Access / fabric architectures
- Wireless in hybrid / cloud environments
Hands-on Labs & Scenario Exercises
- Designing wireless architectures from requirements
- Implementing full WLAN solutions under constraints
- Fault injection and troubleshooting in real deployments
- End-to-end scenario work: from RF to AAA to analytics
Why Take This Course?
- Demonstrate elite-level expertise in enterprise wireless architecture, which is in high demand as organizations shift to always-online, mobility-first environments.
- Command the ability to build scalable, reliable Wi-Fi systems that meet capacity, security, and performance goals.
- Stand out as a go-to expert in designing, troubleshooting, and optimizing wireless infrastructures.
- Gain credibility in leadership roles (wireless architect, consultant) due to the prestige of the CCIE level.
- Be prepared for future network evolutions (5G integration, IoT, high-density deployments)
Enrolment Requirements
No formal prerequisites required by Cisco to attempt the exams.
Cisco recommends 3 to 5 years of experience designing, deploying, operating, and optimizing enterprise wireless and network infrastructure.
Deep practical familiarity with WLAN technologies, controllers, RF design, security, and mobility solutions.
Experience with both wired and wireless networking, and exposure to wireless site surveys, interference analysis, and advanced troubleshooting.
Career options for this course.
- Wireless Architect
- Senior Wireless / WLAN Engineer
- Network Architect
- Enterprise Wireless Consultant
- Director of Wireless Infrastructure
- Wi-Fi Systems Engineer
Get CCIE Enterprise Wireless certified.