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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Fortinet
Exam Format
60 min
30
Not publicly disclosed
Professional (NSE 5)
Registration
Not publicly listed
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English, Japanese
Validity
2 years
Pass current version of the exam; Pass higher-level Security Operations exam; Earn continuing education credits
NSE5-FAZ-7-2 Exam Topics and Domains
NSE5-FAZ-7-2 is organized into 5 weighted domains. Expect to work with FortiAnalyzer, FortiSOC, ADOM, Chart Designer, and more.
1
Features and Concepts
Not specified in official documentation%
FortiAnalyzer Concepts
FortiAnalyzer Architecture and Components
- Describe FortiAnalyzer concepts and architecture
- Explain FortiAnalyzer's role in centralized logging and analytics
2
Logging
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Log Analysis
Log ViewLog FetchingLog Statistics
- Analyze logs using Log View and FortiView
- Describe log fetching mechanisms and troubleshoot log collection
- Gather log statistics using SQL queries
3
SOC (Security Operations Center)
Not specified in official documentation%
Events and Event Handlers
Event Management
- Manage events and event handlers
- Configure custom event handlers for threat detection
Incident Management
Incident Lifecycle
- Manage incidents throughout their lifecycle
- Investigate security incidents using FortiAnalyzer
SOC Features
FortiSOC Capabilities
- Explain SOC features on FortiAnalyzer
- Use SOC tools for centralized security monitoring
4
Reports
Not specified in official documentation%
Report Management
Report Types and TemplatesCharts and Datasets
- Manage reports and customize report templates
- Create custom charts and datasets for reporting
Report Troubleshooting
Report Generation Issues
- Troubleshoot report generation and storage issues
- Optimize report performance
5
Playbooks
Not specified in official documentation%
Playbook Components
Playbook Architecture
- Explain playbook components including triggers, connectors, and actions
- Understand playbook workflow design principles
Playbook Creation and Management
Building Automation PlaybooksPlaybook Use Cases
- Create and manage playbooks for SOC automation
- Configure playbook triggers tied to event handlers
- Monitor and troubleshoot playbook execution
How do I earn this certification?
Passing NSE5-FAZ-7-2 earns the FCP - Security Operations (Elective) certification. It sits in the Security Operations track.
Current Level Exams
- NSE4_FGT - NSE 4 - FortiGate
- NSE5_FAZ-7.2 - NSE 5 - FortiAnalyzer 7.2 Analyst
- NSE5_FMG-7.2 - NSE 5 - FortiManager 7.2 Alternative NSE 5 elective for different specialization
- NSE5_FSM-6.3 - NSE 5 - FortiSIEM 6.3Alternative NSE 5 elective within Security Operations track
Next Level Options
- NSE6_FAZ-7.2 - NSE 6 - FortiAnalyzer 7.2 Administrator Advanced FortiAnalyzer administration skills
- NSE7_SDW-7.0 - NSE 7 - SD-WAN Combined with NSE 6 for Solution Specialist certification
- NSE8 - NSE 8 - Cybersecurity ExpertHighest level certification - written + practical exam
Alternative Paths
- NSE5_FMG-7.2 - NSE 5 - FortiManager 7.2 Complementary centralized management skills for Security Fabric
- NSE5_FSM-6.3 - NSE 5 - FortiSIEMEnhanced SIEM capabilities beyond FortiAnalyzer
- NSE6_FWF-6.4 - NSE 6 - FortiWeb Expand to web application security
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How to study for this exam?
Use the official PlanetCert Practice Test alongside the study plan below to prepare efficiently for NSE5-FAZ-7-2.
What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024
Updates
- FortiAnalyzer Playbooks 7.2+ Playbook automation is now a dedicated exam domain with significant weight
- FortiAI Integration 7.2+ AI-powered threat detection workflows incorporated into exam scenarios
- SOC Incident Management 7.2+ Enhanced incident lifecycle features require deeper understanding
- Event Handlers 7.2+ Custom event handler configuration is heavily tested
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Network security analysts and Security operations center (SOC) analysts.
- 6-12 months hands-on experience with FortiGate and FortiAnalyzer
- Familiarity with FCP-FortiGate Security and Infrastructure content
- Basic SQL SELECT syntax knowledge