Certification Objectives

Palo Alto Networks technology is highly integrated and automated. The Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewall comprises multiple separate technologies working in unison to prevent successful cyberattacks. The PCNSE demonstrates that engineers can correctly plan, deploy, configure, operate, and troubleshoot the Palo Alto Networks NGFW while leveraging the rest of the platform.

Intended Audience

Anyone who uses the Palo Alto Networks NGFW including network security engineers, system engineers, systems integrators, and support engineers.

Enablement Path

This certification has no prerequisites. Recommended training includes the Firewall Essentials: Configuration and Management (EDU-210) course and the Panorama: Managing Firewalls at Scale (EDU-220) course. The Firewall: Troubleshooting (EDU-330) course is optional but helpful as well. Candidates are recommended to have the equivalent of 6 to 12 months of hands-on experience deploying and configuring the NGFW.