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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Symantec
Exam Format
90 min
75
70%
Technical Specialist
Registration
$250 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
24 months
Retake the certification exam; Complete continuing education requirements
250-589 Exam Topics and Domains
250-589 is organized into 9 weighted domains. Expect to work with Edge SWG, Intelligence Services, WebPulse, Admin Console, and more.
1
Edge SWG Overview and Architecture
10%
Web Protection Suite Overview
Edge SWG Components
- Describe the major Edge SWG functions and capabilities
- Understand how various applications work together to secure enterprise networks
SGOS Architecture and Caching
SGOS ArchitectureCaching on Edge SWG
- Understand SGOS architecture
- Configure and optimize caching
2
Traffic Interception and Policy Application
15%
Traffic Interception
ProxySG Traffic Interception
- Understand how ProxySG intercepts traffic
- Configure different interception modes
Policy Writing and VPM
Writing PoliciesLayer and Rule Evaluation
- Write policies to defend against malware attacks
- Enforce acceptable Internet browsing behavior
- Understand layer and rule evaluation order
3
SSL/TLS and Encrypted Traffic Management
12%
TLS/SSL Management
Introduction to TLSManaging HTTPS Traffic
- Apply security and web usage policy to encrypted traffic
- Configure SSL/TLS interception
4
Central Management and Reporting
13%
Management Center
Centralized Device ManagementProxySG Admin Console
- Centrally manage devices with Management Center
- Configure ProxySG with Admin Console
- Create and distribute VPM policies
Reporting and Analytics
Reporter ConfigurationAccess Logging
- Use reports to analyze web browsing activity
- Configure access logging on Edge SWG
- Process logs with Reporter
5
Authentication and Access Control
12%
Authentication Methods
Authentication BasicsIWA Authentication
- Implement various authentication methods
- Configure IWA authentication
- Connect to Windows domain
Role-Based Policies
Roles and Groups in Policy
- Provide security policies based on role or group
- Use roles and groups in policy
6
Content Filtering and Web Usage
10%
Acceptable Use Policies
Corporate GuidelinesWebsite Categorization
- Enforce corporate guidelines for acceptable Internet browsing
- Use website categorization in policies
- Configure Request URL Category objects
7
Security Services and Threat Protection
13%
Intelligence Services
WebPulse and Intelligence ServicesSafe Downloads
- Protect endpoints from malicious activity
- Use Intelligence Services data feeds
- Ensure safe downloads
Content Analysis
Virus ScanningMalware Analysis
- Configure virus scanning with Content Analysis
- Perform malware analysis
- Configure ICAP communication
8
High Risk Isolation and Cloud Integration
8%
High Risk Isolation
HRI Configuration
- Provide security for risky and unknown websites
- Configure High Risk Isolation
Cloud Integrations
Cloud SWG Integration
- Expand security with cloud integrations
- Use Universal Policy Enforcement
- Integrate CloudSOC
9
Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
7%
Diagnostic Tools
Built-in Diagnostic ToolsPolicy Coverage
- Use built-in diagnostic tools
- Perform policy tracing
- Analyze packet captures
Monitoring and Maintenance
System Monitoring
- Monitor Edge SWG features
- Maintain Content Analysis
- Apply troubleshooting techniques
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 250-589 earns the Symantec Technical Specialist - Web Protection Edge SWG R2 certification. It sits in the Web Security / Network Protection track.
Current Level Exams
250-588 - Cloud SWG R2 Technical Specialist Cloud-focused alternative
Next Level Options
Advanced Certifications - Broadcom Advanced Security Specialist Check Broadcom for advanced certification paths
Alternative Paths
- 250-588 - Symantec Web Protection—Cloud SWG R2 Technical Specialist Cloud-native web security expertise
- 250-581 - Symantec Web Protection—Edge SWG R1 Technical Specialist Previous version - consider upgrading to R2
- 250-582 - Symantec Web Protection—Edge SWG R1 PIA Previous version implementation track
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
ACTIVE
Updates
- Edge SWG R2 Core technology for 250-589 certification • Release date: 2024
- High Risk Isolation (HRI) Latest New module in R2 certification • Release date: 2024
- Content Analysis 3.1+ Enhanced malware analysis capabilities • Release date: 2024
- Management Center Latest Central management platform • Release date: 2024
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by IT Professionals using Symantec Edge SWG products and Security Operations professionals.
- 3-6 months experience working with Symantec Edge SWG in production or lab environment
- Basic understanding of networking concepts
- Basic understanding of network security concepts
- Basic understanding of proxy servers