Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Professional (formerly NetSec Generalist)

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Exam Details

Duration90 min
Passing Score70%
Languages English
LevelProfessional
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For2 years
Release DateJan 1, 2024
Exam Cost$200

What topics are on the NETSEC-GENERALIST exam?

1

Network Security Fundamentals 16%

1.1
Application Layer inspection for Strata and SASE products
Key Concepts
  • App-ID
  • Application inspection
  • Layer 7 analysis
Services & Technologies
StrataSASENext-Generation Firewall
Learning Objectives
  • Explain how Application Layer inspection works in Strata and SASE products
  • Understand App-ID technology and its implementation
1.2
Packet inspection paths
Key Concepts
  • Slow path
  • Fast path
  • Packet processing
Services & Technologies
PAN-OS
Learning Objectives
  • Differentiate between slow path and fast path for packet inspection
  • Understand when packets take each path
1.3
Decryption on Strata and SASE products
4 subtopics
1.3.1SSL Forward Proxy
1.3.2SSL Inbound Inspection
1.3.3SSH Proxy
1.3.4No decrypt
Learning Objectives
  • Explain the use of decryption on Strata and SASE products
  • Configure different decryption methods
1.4
Network hardening methods
4 subtopics
1.4.1Content-ID
1.4.2Zero Trust
1.4.3User-ID and Device-ID
1.4.4Zones
Learning Objectives
  • Apply network hardening methods for enhanced security
Domain Hands-on Skills
Configure SSL/TLS decryption policiesImplement User-ID and Device-IDCreate and manage security zones
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Not understanding packet flow between slow and fast path
  • Incorrect SSL certificate configuration for decryption
  • Misconfiguring zone-based policies
2

NGFW and SASE Solution Functionality 18%

3

Platform Solutions, Services, and Tools 18%

4

NGFW and SASE Solution Maintenance and Configuration 19%

5

Infrastructure Management and CDSS 15%

6

Connectivity and Security 14%

How do I earn the Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Professional (formerly NetSec Generalist) certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Network Security

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Next Steps

Current Level

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Pass any Specialist-level exam in the same trackPass the current version of the same examComplete continuing education credits through Palo Alto Networks University

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What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Technology Coverage

Strata Cloud Manager (SCM)Latest

Increased focus on cloud-based management replacing Panorama-only questions

Released: 2024-Q4
Prisma SASE 3.03.0

Updated SASE architecture questions and Prisma Access configurations

Released: 2024-Q3
AIOps for NGFWLatest

New domain content on AI-driven operations and Best Practice Assessment

Released: 2024-Q2

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • Cybersecurity Apprentice certification
  • Cybersecurity Practitioner certification
  • Hands-on experience with Palo Alto Networks products
  • Basic knowledge of network security concepts

Experience Level: Entry-to-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 a higher-level certification exam
  • Pass the current version of the same exam
  • Complete continuing education credits

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