Your next big career move? SASE certification with Cato

Listen to post:
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...
|
The modern IT landscape is anything but simple. Digital transformation has changed how enterprises operate – but it’s also created a tangle of complexity. For years, organizations have tried to keep up with business needs like modernizing outdated networks, securing hybrid work, expanding operations, moving to the cloud, or even defending against a barrage of sophisticated threats. All these needs have led to the purchasing and stacking of disparate point solutions: one for security here, one for connectivity there. It worked – sort of – but at a cost: endless deployments, patching, security gaps, policy issues, frustrated users, and management headaches. Not to mention spiraling costs.
SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) was coined by Gartner® in 2019, who defined it as an architectural transformation representing the future of network security. SASE converges all networking and security capabilities in a single, cloud-native service. It eliminates costly legacy IT infrastructure, replacing it with a turnkey, resilient, and agile solution for organizations of all sizes.
Now, if you’re in security or networking, you’re probably familiar with SASE. And you may know that according to Gartner®, 60% of enterprises will have a defined SASE strategy by 2025 – right about now. But if you haven’t spent much (or any) time in SASE circles, where do you go to learn the fundamentals?
We have the course for you
Cato Networks’ SASE Expert Level 1 is groundbreaking learning designed to equip IT professionals with the knowledge to lead in this transformative field. It’s an opportunity to master SASE essentials and future-proof your skills.
Our SASE Expert certification is self-paced and takes just a few hours to complete. It’s a curated introduction to SASE and its architecture, and it doesn’t require any prior SASE experience.
SASE Expert Certification Level 1 | Apply NowWhat does the course cover?
It’s a mix of video learning and insightful reading, with a final exam to test your understanding. Here’s what you’ll learn:
- The basics of SASE, and its importance today
- How to spot fake SASE
- The difference between SD-WAN and SASE (SD-WAN is part of SASE, but they’re not the same)
- Why platform SASE is the true SASE architecture
- How SASE is the architecture for new enterprise perimeters
- The pains of integrating point solutions vs. the SASE way
- Practical guidance to migrate to SASE
Who’s it for?
It’s not for everyone. The course is designed for innovative IT professionals, network administrators, and security architects that are helping shape and secure modern digital businesses. We know they have knowledge of cloud environments, networking, and security. These roles are normally at the forefront of connecting and protecting networks, and influencers/consultants in any SASE discovery or decision-making. It doesn’t matter the size, type, or where the business is located – SASE is for every organization.
Development that pays off
Let’s talk about what’s in it for you. The SASE market is expanding fast – start-ups to global enterprises are looking at it, and they’re looking for people who know about it.
- It’s a real accreditation – you’re recognized as a certified SASE expert, with credentials from the leader in SASE (that’s us).
- It’s real SASE – there’s a reason our course content won’t be the same as anyone else’s.
- It’s designed and presented by SASE experts – 10-year Cato veteran execs who’ve been a part of SASE since the beginning.
- It’s great for your career – SASE expertise is actively sought after in the market, making your knowledge and know-how highly desirable in influencing decision-making, and driving innovation and adoption.
- It’s practical – no theory for theory’s sake here.
- It’s quick – it takes around 3 hours to complete, at your own pace. We know you’re busy.
- It’s foundational – additional course levels will deepen your SASE knowledge, and support personal growth.
- It comes with SWAG – not just the swagger of being recognized as a SASE expert – you’ll also receive a personalized, custom Cato reward if (when) you’re one of the first 100 grads.
- It’s shareable – after successful completion, you can share your digital accreditation badge on social platforms like LinkedIn.
Why SASE certify with Cato?
Cato’s SASE Expert Level 1 is the first and only course that can get you SASE certified. Are there other SASE certification offerings out there? Sure, there’s a few. But here’s the thing: SASE learning should be grounded in real SASE. Many providers have stitched together point solutions in an attempt to tick the SASE box, but Frankenstein approaches can’t deliver the full promise of SASE. Cato built the first (and only) true SASE platform from the ground up, which means our course materials are anchored in authenticity, and as comprehensive as the platform itself. We were SASE before SASE even had a name.
Time to jump on the SASEwagon
SASE is no longer a “nice to have.” As Gartner’s prediction shows, the shift to SASE is well underway. Enterprises need professionals who can navigate this change, assess, implement, and deliver results and outcomes. By earning your SASE Expert Level 1 certification from Cato, you’re affirming authority in practical knowledge and application, and readying your skills.
If this blog post has stirred an interest in becoming SASE certified – great. The application process is easy, and if you’re selected to participate, we’ll get right back to you. Take the course, get 85% or higher to pass, and you’re Cato SASE-certified. Good luck!