PALO ALTO NETWORKS
PCNSA
The PCNSA certification (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator) is designed to validate the expertise of professionals in managing, maintaining, and operating Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs). It ensures that certified individuals have a thorough understanding of the features of Palo Alto Networks NGFWs and are proficient in designing, installing, configuring, and maintaining these firewalls to manage and secure network traffic effectively.
This PCNSA certification training introduces participants to the foundational concepts of Palo Alto Networks technologies. Our program focuses on key areas such as user identification, application identification, and content identification, providing essential skills for effectively deploying and managing Palo Alto Networks firewalls in line with industry standards.
Program Summary
This PCNSA training focuses on effective management and operations of Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls, essential for professionals in network security.
Piotr Kaluzny
Domain
Network Security
Vendor
Palo Alto Networks
Level
Intermediate
Version
PAN-OS 11
Status
Complete
Key Learnings
Through our advanced PCNSA certification training, participants will acquire critical skills and comprehensive knowledge necessary for the effective management and operation of Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls, such as:
- Firewall Management: Understand how to manage firewall settings, monitor management interfaces, and control access
- User and Application Identification: Learn to configure and manage firewalls based on user identity and application type to enhance security and operational efficiency
- Policy Design and Management: Develop skills to create effective security policies that ensure proper network traffic management and protection against threats
- Advanced Configuration: Gain knowledge in advanced firewall configurations including virtual routers, security zones, and network address translation (NAT) policies
- Security Profiles and Threat Prevention: Master the use of various security profiles such as antivirus, anti-spyware, and vulnerability protection to secure network traffic
Intended Audience
The PCNSA certification is suitable not only for security professionals but also for customers, value-add resellers, pre-sale systems engineers, system integrators, and system administrators. It is ideal for anyone involved in the deployment, maintenance, and management of Palo Alto Networks NGFWs, including those new to digital security, seeking comprehensive training in network security administration.
Prerequisites
While there are no formal prerequisites for this PCNSA training, it is recommended that PCNSA exam candidates have two to three years of experience in networking or security, at least six months of full-time experience with Palo Alto Networks products, or a minimum of six months in administration and configuration of Palo Alto Networks NGFWs.