The PCNSE (Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer) certification validates the knowledge and skills required for network security engineers that design, deploy, operate, manage, and troubleshoot Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls. PCNSE-certified individuals have demonstrated in-depth knowledge of the Palo Alto Networks product portfolio and can make full use of it in the vast majority of implementations.

Palo Alto Networks technology is highly integrated and automated. The Palo Alto Networks product portfolio comprises multiple separate technologies working in unison to prevent successful cyberattacks. The PCNSE validates that engineers can correctly deploy Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls while leveraging the rest of the platform

Palo Alto Networks recommends advanced knowledge of networking and cybersecurity and extensive experience working with Palo Alto security products, including PAN-OS software, Panorama, and GlobalProtect.

• Network Security Engineer
• Network Engineer
• Network Architect
• Security Consultant, (Computing / Networking / Information Technology)
• Senior Security Consultant
• Security Engineer
• Sr. Network Engineer

• Learn how to configure and manage the next-generation Panorama management server
• Gain experience configuring templates (including template variables) and device groups
• Gain experience with administration, log collection, and logging and reporting
• Become familiar with planning and design considerations for Panorama deployment