Army Digital Modernization Community

Cisco Networking Academy is a comprehensive e-learning program providing web-based content, online assessment, student performance tracking, instructor training and support, and preparation for industry-standard certifications. 

Under GEMSS, Soldiers, Army Veterans, Army Civilians and Army Contractors can gain foundational networking and cybersecurity skills through this program. 

NetAcad is specifically recommended for:

• Soldiers with any MOS that are reclassifying to Signal or Cyber MOS'
• Soldiers with MOS series 17, 25, or 35
• Soldiers in any MOS seeking to develop IT or Cyber skills
• Any Army Civilian or contractor seeking to develop IT or Cyber skills
   

Learn more and gain access to the Cisco Networking Academy -  Click Here

Cisco Digital Library provides intermediate and advanced training for Army personnel with at least 3-5 years of experience.  

It includes five comprehensive technology libraries: 

• Networking
• Security
• Data Center
• Collaboration
• DevNet

CDL Technical Knowledge Library (TKL), a collection of best practices, design guides and webinars on current topics, encompasses Cisco's complete online technical training catalog, including hands-on labs, assessments, and analytics.                                                       

CDL is recommended for:

1. Any Soldier, Army Civilian or Army Contractor seeking to meet DoD 8570.01 Certification Requirements (at any IAT/IAM Level) to perform mission-critical tasks. These include:
   1. CCNA Security
   2. CCNP Security Specialization
   3. CCNA Cyber Ops
2. Army Civilian Career Series 2210 (Information Technology Management) 71 (Cyber), or 0132 (Intelligence)
3. Army Warrant Officers designated 255X (Signal) or 170X (Cyber)
4. Army Officers in Functional Area 26X or 17X (Cyber Officer)
5. Army Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) in career fields 25 (Signal), 17 (Cyber) or 18E (SOF)
    

How to apply:

Step 1: Log into Army PEO EIS CHESS License Tracker for Software (LTS) 

Step 2: Complete the Request and Requesting User's Information data fields 

Step 3: At Request Item Page Click:

• Product Type = Cisco
• Product = Select the product you are requesting
• Quantity = Please submit the appropriate quantity for product (See note below*)
• Date Requested = This will self-populate
• Comment = Please provide information for your G6/G8 that will provide justification for approval

Note:

• The number of CDL licenses across the Army is limited and applications are subject to command approval and mission requirements.
• * When selecting Cisco Digital Learning (CDL) (Opt Yr 1), only request 1 in the quantity field.
• LTS requests must have an official government or work email address to confirm identity of requestor.
• Do not request multiple licenses per LTS order.  Each CDL request should have an individual LTS #.

1. All LTS requests must be submitted with an official government or work email address to confirm identity of requestor.
2. You may only request one license per LTS request. If you have additional requests or are submitting requests on behalf of someone else, please submit a new order per request.
3. After receiving G6/G8, vendor and CHESS approval, you will receive an email requesting your CCO ID to provision your license. This must be completed in 10 business days, or your request will then be rejected.
4. There are limited licenses available via GEMSS. We prioritize licenses for those who are actively utilizing their CDL for testing and certifications. To do this, we will run a report on all CDL users every quarter and place your license in one of the below statuses:
   1. Active
   2. Inactive for less than 180 days
      • We will send an email with the status of your license. We will encourage activity using the license before the next CDL report is ran.
   3. Inactive for more than 180 days
      • We will send an email with the status of your license. You will have 10 business days to respond and move your license back into Active status. If the license is not Active after this process, the license will be removed.
5. With the limited licenses available via GEMSS, there are instances where we have no CDLs in inventory and users are unable to submit a request via CHESS. To be placed on the Army GEMSS CDL Wait List, please submit the wait list form here. Once additional licenses are available, we will reach out to you in the order of your submission so you can then submit a request.

Requesting a ticket for Cisco LIVE 2023 is a simple process that can be done by completing the request form:

 Cisco LIVE 2023 - Request a Pass 

To begin, visit the request form and fill out the required information. Prior to filling out the request form please ensure your unit has approved you for TDY funds. Once you have completed the request form, you will receive an email with your approval or denial. 

If you have been approved, you will receive a discount code and go to Cisco LIVE Registration Packages and register for Cisco LIVE 2023. 

You will also find information and instructions for accessing the conference, selecting your sessions, and finding lodging accommodations.

If you have any questions or need assistance please do not hesitate to reach out to a GEMSS Customer Success team by email by clicking here. 

*The OCIO GEMSS Program only offers a pass to Cisco LIVE 2023 and does not provide funds for travel. Each individual unit will need to provide travel funds for their respective individual requesting attendance.