The current paper seeks to present an in-depth analysis pertaining to the integration of CCNA security concepts with contemporary cloud computing networks. Over the years, enterprise networks have undergone a transition from traditional on-premises networks to cloud computing networks. As such, the traditional security concepts studied in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) program need to be updated to incorporate the complexities inherent in cloud computing networks. Based on an in-depth analysis of recent developments in the field from 2021 to 2026, the paper seeks to examine the possibility of integrating traditional CCNA security concepts such as Access Control Lists (ACLs), Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), Port Security, and Hardening with contemporary cloud computing networks. A Hybrid Security Integration Framework (HSIF) is proposed as a means of integrating traditional CCNA security concepts with cloud computing networks. From the analysis, it is evident that more than 55% of enterprises currently use multiple cloud providers, while 24% are planning to adopt cloud firewalls as their main solution in the next two years. The adoption of Security Service Edge (SSE) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions can be considered a development of CCNA security concepts into cloud technology. By comparing them through four analytical dimensions, it is evident that integration involves both technical and organizational adaptation through Dev Sec Ops practices.
Vats et al. (Thu,) studied this question.