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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Fortinet
Exam Format
60 min
35
Solution Specialist
Registration
$400 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English
Validity
2 years
Pass the core exam before FCSS OT Security expiry date (extends by 2 years); Achieve or renew FCX in Cybersecurity certification (extends by 3 years); Earn continuing education credits through Fortinet training
NSE7-OTS-7-2 Exam Topics and Domains
NSE7-OTS-7-2 is organized into 4 weighted domains. Expect to work with FortiAnalyzer, FortiNAC, FortiSIEM, FortiGate, and more.
1
Asset Management
25%
OT Fundamentals and Concepts
Explain OT fundamentals and concepts
- Explain the fundamental concepts of OT networks
- Identify key OT components and their roles
- Understand the unique security challenges in OT environments
OT Architecture with Fortinet Products
Explain the OT architecture with Fortinet products
- Design OT network architecture using Fortinet products
- Implement the Purdue Model for ICS security
- Configure security zones and conduits
Security Fabric for OT Network
Configure the security fabric for OT network
- Configure Fortinet Security Fabric for OT networks
- Implement automation and orchestration
- Integrate multiple security components
Device Detection and Asset Management
Implement device detectionCategorize devices for OT asset management
- Implement comprehensive device detection
- Categorize and classify OT assets
- Maintain accurate asset inventory
2
Network Access Control
25%
Authentication and Access Control
Apply authentication to control access to devices
- Implement authentication mechanisms in OT networks
- Configure FortiNAC for access control
- Manage user and device authentication
Internal Segmentation
Configure internal segmentation
- Configure internal network segmentation
- Implement micro-segmentation strategies
- Control east-west traffic in OT networks
Industrial Ethernet Protocols
Explain Industrial Ethernet protocolsExplain Industrial Ethernet networks
- Explain common Industrial Ethernet protocols
- Understand OT network topologies
- Implement protocol-specific security measures
OT Availability and Redundancy
Describe OT Availability and Redundancy
- Describe OT availability requirements
- Implement redundancy mechanisms
- Configure high availability solutions
3
OT Network Protection
25%
Industrial Protocol Security
Identify industrial protocols and signatures
- Identify common industrial protocols
- Understand protocol signatures
- Detect protocol-based attacks
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Implement IPS to secure OT networks
- Implement IPS in OT networks
- Configure IPS profiles for industrial protocols
- Tune IPS to balance security and operations
Application Control
Implement Application control in OT networks
- Implement application control in OT networks
- Create application-based policies
- Monitor and control application usage
OT Firewall and Security Policies
Configure OT firewall and security policies
- Configure firewall policies for OT networks
- Implement security profiles
- Apply least privilege principles
4
Monitoring and Risk Assessment
25%
Logging and Monitoring
Implement logging and monitoring with FortiAnalyzer and FortiSIEM
- Implement centralized logging
- Configure FortiAnalyzer for OT networks
- Set up real-time monitoring with FortiSIEM
Reporting
Customize and generate reports
- Create custom security reports
- Generate compliance reports
- Automate report distribution
Security Automation
Configure security automation with FortiAnalyzer and FortiSIEM
- Configure security automation playbooks
- Implement automated incident response
- Integrate SOAR capabilities
Risk Assessment and Management
Perform risk assessment and management
- Perform comprehensive risk assessments
- Implement risk management strategies
- Align with compliance frameworks
How do I earn this certification?
Passing NSE7-OTS-7-2 earns the Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist - OT Security certification. It sits in the OT Security track.
Current Level Exams
- NSE7_EFW-7.2 - Fortinet NSE 7 - Enterprise Firewall 7.2
- NSE7_SDW-7.2 - Fortinet NSE 7 - SD-WAN 7.2
- NSE7_PBC-7.2 - Fortinet NSE 7 - Public Cloud Security 7.2
- NSE7_ATP-7.2 - Fortinet NSE 7 - Advanced Threat Protection 7.2
Next Level Options
- NSE8_812 - NSE 8 Written Exam (Written)Advance to expert-level Fortinet certification
- NSE8_813 - NSE 8 Practical Exam (Hands-on Lab)Complete NSE 8 certification with practical validation
- FCX - Fortinet Certified Expert in Cybersecurity Highest level of Fortinet certification
Alternative Paths
- NSE7_ATP-7.2 - Advanced Threat Protection 7.2 Complementary security operations skills for OT environments
- NSE7_EFW-7.2 - Enterprise Firewall 7.2Strengthen firewall administration skills applicable to OT
- NSE5_FAZ-7.2 - FortiAnalyzer 7.2 AnalystDeepen logging and monitoring expertise for OT
- NSE5_FSM-6.5 - FortiSIEM 6.5 Advanced SIEM skills for OT security monitoring
- NSE6_FNC-9.4 - FortiNAC 9.4 Enhanced network access control for OT environments
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023-03-01
- Announcement date: 2023-03-01
Updates
- FortiOS 7.2 Current exam version - all features in scope • Release date: 2023-Q1
- FortiAnalyzer 7.2 Current exam version • Release date: 2023-Q1
- FortiSIEM 6.5 Current exam version • Release date: 2022-Q4
- FortiNAC 9.4 Current exam version • Release date: 2023-Q2
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by Network security professionals and OT security engineers.
- NSE 4 FortiGate Security certification
- Up to 1 year of OT security experience
- Knowledge of industrial control systems
- Understanding of network security fundamentals
What jobs can I get with this?
OT Security Engineer
ICS Security Specialist
SCADA Security Administrator
Industrial Network Security Architect
Critical Infrastructure Security Analyst