Exam Domains

1 Deployment and Initial Configuration Weight not published

2 Authentication and Access Control Weight not published

3 Traffic Processing and Load Balancing Weight not published

4 Web Application Firewall Policies Weight not published

5 Monitoring, Logging, and Reporting Weight not published

Exam Details

FormatMultiple Choice

Online ProctoringAvailable

ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required for Pearson VUE exams (NSE 4 and above). NSE 1-3 are completed online via the Fortinet training portal with no external ID verification.

RenewalRequired -- NSE 4 through NSE 8 certifications are valid for 3 years. Renewal requires earning CE credits through Fortinet's continuing education program or retaking the current exam version. NSE 1-3 are valid for 2 years and renewed by retaking the free assessments.

PrerequisitesExtensive technical knowledge and skills in network security and cybersecurity; Five years of relevant experience in network security and cybersecurity; Certification in the required NSE training courses; Five years of experience in training delivery in IT security; Demonstrable training facilitation and delivery skills

Retake Policy30-day waiting period between retake attempts for NSE 4 through NSE 7. NSE 1-3 may be retaken immediately. NSE 8 retake policies are scheduled separately through Fortinet.

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