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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Citrix
Exam Format
120 min
61
51%
Expert
Registration
$300 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
Validity
3 years
Pass any expert-level Citrix exam; Pass the current CCE-V exam when renewed; Complete continuing education requirements
1Y0-403 Exam Topics and Domains
1Y0-403 is organized into 9 weighted domains. Expect to work with Citrix Gateway, Citrix Cloud, Citrix Profile Management, Director, and more.
1
Methodology and Assessment
7.5%
Citrix Methodology
Assessment TasksCurrent Environment Analysis
- Understand the four tasks of a typical assessment
- Apply Citrix methodology to real-world scenarios
- Create assessment deliverables
- Evaluate organizational readiness
2
User Layer
7.5%
User Segmentation and Profiles
User Group Definition
- Define and categorize user groups
- Design appropriate profile solutions
- Implement user environment management
Endpoint Management
Endpoint Selection and Deployment
- Determine appropriate endpoint types
- Plan Workspace app deployment
- Address peripheral requirements
3
Access Layer
11%
StoreFront Design and Configuration
StoreFront ArchitectureAuthentication and Security
- Design StoreFront infrastructure
- Implement multi-factor authentication
- Configure high availability
- Secure external access
Gateway and Remote Access
Citrix Gateway Configuration
- Configure Citrix Gateway for external access
- Implement security policies
- Design DMZ architecture
- Optimize remote connectivity
4
Resource Layer - Images
11%
Image Management Technologies
Provisioning Services (PVS)Machine Creation Services (MCS)App Layering
- Design image management strategy
- Implement Provisioning Services
- Configure Machine Creation Services
- Deploy App Layering
5
Resource Layer - Applications and Personalization
9%
Application Delivery Methods
Published ApplicationsPersonalization Technologies
- Design application delivery methods
- Implement personalization strategies
- Optimize user experience
- Manage application lifecycle
6
Control Layer
9%
Delivery Controllers and Site Design
Site ArchitectureFlexCast Management Architecture (FMA)
- Design multi-site deployments
- Configure zones
- Implement database HA
- Secure FMA services
Policies and Management
Policy Configuration
- Design policy framework
- Implement delegated administration
- Configure HDX policies
- Ensure compliance
7
Hardware/Compute Layer
19%
Hypervisor and Cloud Platforms
Hypervisor IntegrationResource PlanningGPU and Specialized Hardware
- Design compute infrastructure
- Plan storage architecture
- Implement GPU solutions
- Optimize resource utilization
Cloud Services Integration
Citrix Cloud Services
- Design hybrid cloud solutions
- Implement cloud services
- Plan migrations
- Optimize cloud costs
8
High Availability and Multiple Location Environments
20%
High Availability Design
Component RedundancyMulti-Site Architecture
- Design high availability solutions
- Implement multi-site architectures
- Configure load balancing
- Plan for business continuity
Business Continuity
Backup and Recovery
- Design backup strategies
- Implement recovery procedures
- Test continuity plans
- Document processes
9
Disaster Recovery
6%
Disaster Recovery Planning
DR StrategyDR Implementation
- Design DR solutions
- Implement replication
- Create DR procedures
- Validate compliance
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 1Y0-403 earns the Citrix Certified Expert - Virtualization (CCE-V) certification. It sits in the Virtualization track.
Next Level Options
Citrix Instructor - Citrix Certified Instructor Program
Alternative Paths
- 1Y0-341 - Citrix ADC Advanced Topics - Security, Management, and OptimizationComplementary ADC/NetScaler skills for complete solution architecture
- 1Y0-241 - Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC with Traffic ManagementADC deployment skills for Gateway integration
- 1Y0-231 - Deploy and Manage Citrix ADC 13 with Citrix GatewayGateway expertise for secure remote access
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023-06-15
- Announcement date: 2020-03-26
Updates
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2402 LTSR Latest LTSR version, exam content being updated • Release date: 2024-03-01
- Citrix DaaS (formerly Virtual Apps and Desktops service) Current Cloud-first approach increasingly important • Release date: Continuous updates
- Citrix App Layering 2401 Enhanced layer management capabilities • Release date: 2024-01-15
- Citrix Provisioning 2402 Updated provisioning methods and cloud support • Release date: 2024-03-01
Who should take this exam?
- CCA-V certification (1Y0-204)
- CCP-V certification (1Y0-312)
- 6+ months experience with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
- Experience with supporting technologies (AD, SQL, networking)
- Hands-on experience with Citrix Cloud