Fortinet FCSS - Network Security 7.6 Support Engineer

FCSS-NST-SE-7.6

FCSS - Network Security 7.6 Support Engineer

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Dec 31, 2024
Release Date
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Exam Details

Duration75 min
Passing ScorePass/Fail
Languages English
LevelSolution Specialist
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For2 years
Release DateDec 31, 2024
Exam Cost$200

What topics are on the FCSS-NST-SE-7.6 exam?

1

System Troubleshooting 20%

1.1
FortiGate-to-FortiGate Security Fabric Issues
2 subtopics
1.1.1Security Fabric Connection Troubleshooting
1.1.2Fabric Authorization and Authentication
Learning Objectives
  • Troubleshoot FortiGate-to-FortiGate Security Fabric issues
Hands-on Skills
  • Diagnose Security Fabric connectivity problems
  • Use CLI commands to verify fabric status
  • Interpret fabric topology diagrams
  • Resolve authorization and synchronization issues
Common Mistakes
  • Incorrect authorization key configuration
  • Certificate trust issues
  • Network connectivity problems between fabric nodes
  • Version incompatibility between FortiGate devices
1.2
Automation Stitches Troubleshooting
2 subtopics
1.2.1Automation Stitch Configuration
1.2.2Automation Stitch Debugging
Learning Objectives
  • Troubleshoot automation stitches
Hands-on Skills
  • Configure and test automation stitches
  • Debug automation trigger and action failures
  • Analyze automation logs
  • Verify webhook and API integrations
Common Mistakes
  • Incorrect trigger condition syntax
  • Missing or incorrect action parameters
  • Network connectivity issues for webhooks
  • Insufficient permissions for CLI script actions
1.3
Resource Problems Using Built-in Tools
2 subtopics
1.3.1CPU and Memory Troubleshooting
1.3.2Session and Connection Monitoring
Learning Objectives
  • Troubleshoot resource problems using built-in tools
Hands-on Skills
  • Use CLI commands for resource monitoring
  • Analyze CPU and memory usage patterns
  • Identify and kill resource-intensive processes
  • Monitor session table utilization
Common Mistakes
  • Not checking for resource-intensive processes
  • Ignoring session table limits
  • Overlooking disk space issues
  • Failing to monitor sustained resource trends
1.4
Connectivity Problems Using Built-in Tools
2 subtopics
1.4.1Network Diagnostics
1.4.2Interface and Link Troubleshooting
Learning Objectives
  • Troubleshoot connectivity problems using built-in tools
Hands-on Skills
  • Execute network diagnostic commands
  • Capture and analyze packet traces
  • Use debug flow to track packet processing
  • Interpret interface statistics and errors
Common Mistakes
  • Not using packet capture to verify traffic
  • Misinterpreting debug flow output
  • Overlooking interface error counters
  • Incorrect sniffer filter syntax
1.5
FGCP HA Cluster Operation Modes Troubleshooting
3 subtopics
1.5.1HA Synchronization Issues
1.5.2HA Failover and Election
1.5.3Active-Active and Active-Passive Modes
Learning Objectives
  • Troubleshoot different operation modes for FGCP HA clusters
Hands-on Skills
  • Diagnose HA cluster synchronization problems
  • Verify HA status and member roles
  • Test HA failover scenarios
  • Configure and troubleshoot A-A and A-P modes
Common Mistakes
  • Incorrect heartbeat interface configuration
  • Priority conflicts in HA election
  • Missing or misconfigured device monitoring
  • Network connectivity issues between cluster members
2

Authentication 20%

3

Security Profiles 20%

4

Routing 20%

5

VPN 20%

How do I earn the Fortinet FCSS - Network Security 7.6 Support Engineer certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Network Security

Prerequisites

Current Level

Alternative Paths

  • FCSS_PCSFCSS - Public Cloud Security
  • FCSS_SOCFCSS - Security Operations
  • FCSS_SDWFCSS - SD-WAN

Career Progression

Entry Level

  • FCP - FortiGate Administrator

Mid Level

  • FCSS in Network Security (current certification)

Advanced Level

  • NSE 7 - Network Security Architect
  • NSE 8 - Network Security Expert

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Pass any current Fortinet FCSS examComplete Fortinet continuing education creditsUpgrade to NSE 7 or NSE 8 certification

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Official Training

FCSS - Network Security 7.6 Support EngineerFortinet Training InstituteFCSS - Enterprise Firewall 7.4Fortinet Training InstituteFCP - FortiGate 7.4 AdministratorFortinet Training Institute

Official Documentation

FortiOS 7.6 Administration GuidedocumentationFortiOS 7.6 Release Notesrelease_notesFortiGate Troubleshooting HandbookhandbookSecurity Fabric GuideHigh Availability GuideVPN GuideRouting Guide

Free Resources

Fortinet Training Institute Free Coursesonline_trainingFortinet CookbookcookbookFortinet Community ForumscommunityFortinet Knowledge Baseknowledge_baseFortinet TrainingFortinet Blog

Study Tips

  • Focus on hands-on troubleshooting with actual FortiGate devices or VMs
  • Master debug commands (diagnose debug, execute traceroute, get system performance)
  • Practice reading and interpreting debug flow output
  • Understand FortiOS 7.6 specific changes (VRRP milliseconds, IKE TCP port 443, etc.)
  • Build lab scenarios for each domain (Security Fabric, HA, VPN, routing)
  • Review real-world troubleshooting scenarios in Fortinet Community forums
  • Study CLI commands thoroughly - exam focuses on troubleshooting via CLI
  • Practice packet capture and analysis using built-in sniffer

What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Technology Coverage

SD-WANFortiOS 7.6

Enhanced troubleshooting scenarios for 20+ new SD-WAN capabilities

Released: 2025
VRRPFortiOS 7.6

New millisecond failover timing (250-255000ms) for HA troubleshooting

Released: 2025
IKEFortiOS 7.6.1

Default TCP port 443 for new deployments affects VPN troubleshooting

Released: 2025

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Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • FCP in Network Security certification
  • Experience with FortiGate administration
  • Understanding of network security concepts
  • Hands-on experience troubleshooting enterprise firewalls
  • Familiarity with FortiOS 7.6 new features

Experience Level: Intermediate

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$200 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For2 years
Recertification
  • Pass any current Fortinet FCSS exam
  • Complete Fortinet continuing education credits
  • Upgrade to higher-level certification

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