Palo Alto Certifications

Accredited Configuration Engineer – Certified Network Security Engineer

The Palo Alto Networks platform secures the networks of many large companies, authorities and service providers against risks. The solutions protect systems based on what is most important in today's dynamic IT environments: applications, users and content.

The Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) certification validates the knowledge and skills required for network security administrators responsible for deploying and operating Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs). The EDU 210 - Firewall 10.x Essentials: Configuration and Management course prepares you for the Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) certification.

In addition, this course in conjunction with Palo Alto Networks EDU 220 - Panorama 10.x: Managing Firewalls at Scale and Palo Alto Networks EDU 330 - Firewall 10.x: Troubleshooting is the optimal preparation for your PCNSE (Certified Network Security Engineer) certification. The Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer (PCNSE) certification validates the knowledge and skills required for Network Security Engineers who design, deploy, operate, manage and troubleshoot Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs).

The exams are taken at a Pearson VUE Authorized Center. Certifications are valid for two years from the date you pass the exam. To maintain your certification, you must retake the exam before the expiration date.

Further certifications and details can be found on the Palo Alto homepage.