# SMEnode Academy > Live instructor-led IT training for networking, cloud, security, and DevOps certifications with real EVE-NG lab access, small cohorts, and 1-on-1 mentorship. ## Courses - [All Courses](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/): Full catalogue of live instructor-led IT certification programs covering CCIE, CCNA, AWS, Azure, DevOps, security, and virtualisation tracks. - [CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/ccie-enterprise/): Expert-level Cisco routing and switching program with EVE-NG labs and exam pass guarantee. - [CCIE Security](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/ccie-security/): Expert-level Cisco security certification covering firewalls, VPNs, ISE, and Stealthwatch with hands-on labs. - [CCIE Data Center](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/ccie-data-center/): Expert-level Cisco data centre program covering Nexus, ACI, UCS, and storage fabric. - [CCIE Automation](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/ccie-automation/): Cisco expert-level network automation training covering Python, Ansible, and model-driven programmability. - [CCNA](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/ccna/): Entry-level Cisco certification covering networking fundamentals, routing, switching, security, and automation. - [CCNA Automation](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/ccna-automation/): Network automation track built on the CCNA foundation with Python and Ansible labs. - [Fortinet NSE4](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/fortinet-nse4/): Network security specialist certification covering FortiGate firewalls, policies, and VPN deployments. - [Wazuh XDR](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/wazuh-xdr/): Open-source SIEM and XDR training covering detection engineering, threat hunting, and incident response. - [Splunk Enterprise](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/splunk-enterprise/): Splunk administration and SPL search training for log analytics and security operations. - [AWS Solutions Architect](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/aws-solutions-architect/): Associate-level AWS certification covering EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, and multi-tier architecture design. - [Azure Solutions Architect](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/azure-solutions-architect/): Expert-level Azure certification covering identity, networking, compute, and hybrid cloud design. - [VMware Cloud Foundation](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/vmware-cloud-foundation-administrator/): VCF administrator training covering vSphere, NSX, vSAN, and SDDC Manager. - [Proxmox VE](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/proxmox-ve/): Open-source virtualisation training covering Proxmox clustering, storage, backup, and high availability. - [AIOps for Networks](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/aiops-for-networks/): Applied machine learning for network operations, anomaly detection, and predictive maintenance. - [DevOps Engineer](https://smenode-academy.com/courses/devops-engineer/): Full DevOps career program covering Linux, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD pipelines. ## Blog - [CCIE Salary Guide 2026](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/ccie-certification-salary-guide-what-youll-actually-earn-in-2026/): Real CCIE earnings by specialisation and region with data from Levels.fyi, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn Salary. - [CCNA Exam Cost 2026](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/ccna-exam-cost-2026/): Current CCNA exam pricing, retake fees, voucher options, and study material costs for 2026. - [5 Cisco Certifications That Boost Salary](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/5-cisco-certifications-that-boost-salary/): Ranked list of Cisco certifications with the highest salary impact and job demand. - [Proxmox vs VMware](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/proxmox-vs-vmware/): Feature, licensing, and cost comparison between Proxmox VE and VMware vSphere for 2026 deployments. - [CCIE vs CCNP](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/ccie-vs-ccnp-which-certification-is-right-for-you/): Decision framework comparing prerequisites, difficulty, exam format, and career outcomes. - [Fortinet NSE4 vs Cisco Security](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/fortinet-nse4-vs-cisco-security-honest-comparison/): Honest comparison of Fortinet NSE4 and Cisco security tracks for network security careers. - [AWS Solutions Architect Salary 2026](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/aws-solutions-architect-salary-real-earnings-by-level-in-2026/): Real AWS Solutions Architect salary data by associate, professional, and senior level. - [DevOps Trends 2026](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/devops-trends-2026-what-skills-actually-matter-and-what-to-learn-next/): What DevOps skills matter in 2026 and which are overhyped, with hiring data from LinkedIn and Indeed. - [IT Certification Jobs in Canada 2026](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/it-certification-jobs-in-canada-2026/): Canadian IT job market data by certification, province, and average salary for 2026. - [NetBox Ansible Dynamic Inventory](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/netbox-ansible-how-to-build-a-dynamic-inventory-that-actually-stays-accurate/): How to build a dynamic Ansible inventory from NetBox that stays accurate in production. - [CCIE Security Salary](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/ccie-security-salary-for-expert-level-engineers/): Salary data for CCIE Security holders by years of experience and region. - [DevOps Interview Questions 2026](https://smenode-academy.com/blog/devops-interview-questions-the-honest-2026-guide-180-questions-inside/): 180 DevOps interview questions grouped by topic with answer guidance. ## Company - [About SMEnode Academy](https://smenode-academy.com/about-us/): Company background, 2012 founding, instructor credentials, and teaching philosophy. - [Instructors](https://smenode-academy.com/instructor-list/): Directory of instructors with CCIE, AWS, and Azure credentials. - [Success Stories](https://smenode-academy.com/success-stories/): Student case studies and certification pass stories. - [FAQ](https://smenode-academy.com/faq/): Enrollment, payment, refund, and course format questions. - [Events](https://smenode-academy.com/events/): Upcoming live demo classes, webinars, and workshops. ## Key Facts - Founded in 2012 - Headquartered at 2210-18 Holmes Ave, North York, Ontario, Canada - 15 active instructors holding CCIE, AWS, and Azure expert credentials - Live instructor-led format, max 15 students per cohort - Lab environment: EVE-NG with real production topologies, lifetime access - Guarantees: 14-day refund, free course retakes if exam isn't passed on first attempt - Sister brand: SMEnode Labs (smenode-labs.com) for self-paced certification workbooks - Parent company: SMEnode Consulting (smenode.com), Canadian IT consultancy ## Contact - Website: https://smenode-academy.com - Email: info@smenode-academy.com - Contact page: https://smenode-academy.com/contact-us/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/smenode-academy/ - Address: 2210-18 Holmes Ave, North York, Ontario, Canada