Cisco CCNP Enterprise Wireless — ENWLSI 300-430
300-430 · ● Active · Professional · Cisco
Exam facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost | $300 USD |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Questions | 55–65 questions (multiple choice and performance-based) |
| Passing | ~825/1000 scaled score |
| Format | Multiple choice, multiple response, performance-based questions |
| Delivery | Pearson VUE |
| Languages | English |
| Valid | 3 years |
| Renewal | Pass a higher Cisco exam or retake |
| Prerequisites | Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Core (ENCOR 350-401) strongly recommended; no formal prerequisite required |
| Released | 2019 |
| Retiring | N/A |
Vendor source — Cisco ENWLSI Exam Page ↗
Official exam objectives — Cisco 300-430 Exam Topics PDF ↗
About
The Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (300-430 ENWLSI) exam certifies professional-level competency in designing, deploying, and securing enterprise wireless infrastructure. Launched in 2019, ENWLSI is a concentration exam within the CCNP Enterprise certification path, validating hands-on skills with Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless Controllers, Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE), Cisco Prime Infrastructure, and Cisco DNA Center. It focuses on real-world wireless implementations in campus, branch, and remote-office environments.
Domain context — Networking/Wireless
Enterprise wireless networking at the professional level — designing, implementing, and hardening campus, branch, and hybrid-workforce wireless infrastructures using Cisco standards-based platforms.
Read full deep dive — Cisco Ecosystem ↗
Topics covered
The exam validates knowledge across eight primary domains:
- FlexConnect Implementation (15%) — Deploying FlexConnect architecture; local and centralized switching modes; Office Extend; autonomous access points; roaming and failover.
- QoS on Wireless Networks (10%) — Wired-to-wireless QoS mapping; wireless client QoS policies; Application Visibility and Control (AVC); FastLane; traffic classification and rate limiting.
- Multicast on Wireless (10%) — Multicast components and design; multicast impact on wireless; WLAN multicast; mDNS (Bonjour); Multicast Direct (MLD).
- Location Services (15%) — Cisco DNA Spaces; asset tracking; location analytics; RTLS (Real-Time Location Services); geofencing; presence and proximity.
- Advanced Location Services (10%) — Cisco Meraki location intelligence; location-based policies; integration with security and management platforms.
- Wireless Security (15%) — Client authentication (802.1X, EAP); encryption standards (WPA2/WPA3); certificate management; guest network segmentation; threat mitigation.
- Monitoring and Troubleshooting (10%) — Cisco Prime Infrastructure; DNA Center dashboards; real-time health monitoring; client connectivity diagnostics; performance baselines.
- Device Hardening (15%) — Access control lists; secure management access; firmware updates; SNMP v3; logging; compliance and audit trails.
Source: Cisco 300-430 Exam Topics ↗
Common skills at Networking · Professional
Shared competencies for the Networking domain at Professional level — not specific to this cert.
- Enterprise network architecture and design principles
- IP routing and switching at scale
- VPN technologies (IPsec, SSL)
- Network security fundamentals and access control
- Performance monitoring and capacity planning
- Vendor platform administration and troubleshooting
- Documentation and change management
- Cross-functional collaboration with security, server, and application teams
Recommended courses at Networking/Wireless · Professional
| Provider | Title | Cost | URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cisco Learning Network | Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks (ENWLSI) — 5-day instructor-led | Varies | ↗ |
| Global Knowledge | CCNP Enterprise - Implementing Wireless Networks (ENWLSI 300-430) | $2,495–$3,500 | ↗ |
| Udemy (Various Instructors) | Cisco 300-430 ENWLSI Practice Tests & Study Guides | $10–$15 | ↗ |
| Fastlane US | Cisco ENWLSI Instructor-led Training | On request | ↗ |
| Cisco Networking Academy (Partner Schools) | Implementing Cisco Enterprise Wireless Networks | Varies (institution-dependent) | ↗ |
Practice exams
| Provider | Title | Cost | URL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cisco Learning Network | Official Cisco 300-430 Practice Exam | $40–$50 | ↗ |
| Udemy | Cisco 300-430 ENWLSI Practice Exam & Solutions | $15–$20 | ↗ |
| Whizlabs | CCNP Enterprise Wireless (ENWLSI 300-430) Practice Tests | $35–$60 | ↗ |
Books
| Title | Author | Publisher | Year | ISBN | URL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide, 2nd Edition | Jerome Henry, David Hucaby | Cisco Press | 2024 | 978-0-13-824989-2 | ↗ |
| CCNP Enterprise Wireless Design ENWLSD 300-425 and Implementation ENWLSI 300-430 Official Cert Guide (1st Edition) | Jerome Henry, Robert Barton, David Hucaby | Cisco Press | 2020 | 978-0-13-660095-4 | ↗ |
Typical job titles at Networking/Wireless · Professional
Wireless Network Engineer · Senior Wireless Engineer · Wireless Network Architect · Enterprise Wireless Solutions Architect · Wireless Infrastructure Engineer · Mobility Solutions Engineer
(Job titles drawn from current job-board postings requiring or strongly preferring CCNP Enterprise or wireless-focused certifications.)
Salary
| Region | Range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| USD | $115,000 – $165,000 | Glassdoor ↗ · Robert Half ↗ · ZipRecruiter ↗ |
| ZAR | R499,346 – R623,551 (annual, based on wireless communication engineer data) | Indeed South Africa ↗ · SalaryExpert ZA ↗ |
| GBP | £70,000 – £95,000 | IT Jobs Watch ↗ · Hays ↗ |
Salary note: Ranges reflect CCNP-level wireless professionals with 5+ years of experience. Regional data sourced from current job-board surveys as of 2026.
Skills validated
Concrete technologies and protocols this exam tests.
- Cisco Catalyst 9800 Wireless Controller (centralized control plane)
- FlexConnect (autonomous mode, local switching, Office Extend)
- 802.11ac/ax (Wi-Fi 5/6) standards and capabilities
- WPA2/WPA3 enterprise security
- 802.1X authentication and EAP frameworks
- Cisco Identity Service Engine (ISE) integration
- QoS classification, marking, and enforcement (DSCP, CoS)
- Multicast routing (PIM, IGMP) on wireless networks
- Cisco DNA Center network automation
- Cisco Prime Infrastructure monitoring and alerting
- RTLS and location services (Cisco Spaces)
- Access point hardening and secure management
- Roaming, load balancing, and failover mechanisms
- SNMP v3 and syslog for device monitoring
- Certificate management and PKI integration
Related certifications
- Prerequisite for: CCNP Enterprise (when paired with ENCOR 350-401) ↗
- Stacks with: ENCOR 350-401 (Cisco Certified Specialist – Enterprise Core) ↗
- Alternative concentration exam: ENWLSD 300-425 (Enterprise Wireless Design) ↗
- Foundation cert: CCNA (200-301) ↗ — though not formally required
- Vendor overview: Cisco Vendor Overview ↗
Sources
- Cisco 300-430 ENWLSI Exam Page: https://www.cisco.com/site/us/en/learn/training-certifications/exams/enwlsi.html
- Cisco 300-430 Official Exam Topics: https://www.cisco.com/c/dam/en_us/training-events/le31/le46/cln/marketing/exam-topics/300-430-ENWLSI.pdf
- Cisco Press Official Cert Guide (2nd Ed): https://www.ciscopress.com/store/ccnp-enterprise-wireless-design-enwlsd-300-425-and-9780138249892
- Glassdoor CCNP Salaries: https://www.glassdoor.com/Salary/Cisco-Network-Engineer-Salaries-E1425_D_KO6,22.htm
- Indeed South Africa Wireless Engineer Salaries: https://za.indeed.com/career/wireless-engineer/salaries
- Global Knowledge ENWLSI Course: https://www.globalknowledge.com/en-gb/courses/cisco/wireless/enwlsi
- Udemy 300-430 Practice Exams: https://www.udemy.com/course/cisco-300-430-enwlsi-updated-question-as-per-latest-syllabus/
- ZipRecruiter CCNP Salary Data: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Cisco-Certified-Network-Professional-Ccnp-Salary
Last verified: 2026-05-01
Parent ecosystem: Cisco Ecosystem
Parent domain: Networking/Wireless
Vendor overview: Cisco Systems