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| Certification Vendor: | Palo Alto Networks |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Practitioner Exam |
| Exam Number: | Cybersecurity-Practitioner |
| Exam Format: | Matching, Ordering, Multiple-choice |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60–70 |
| Exam Price: | $150 USD |
| Passing Score: | 70% (scaled score approx. 860 on 300–1000 scale) |
| Related Certifications: | Cybersecurity Apprentice Security Operations Professional |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Recommended Training: | Palo Alto Networks Official Training |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity-Practitioner Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | In-person only at Pearson VUE test centers; online proctoring not available |
| Pre Condition: | No formal prerequisites; recommended for individuals entering cybersecurity or new to Palo Alto technologies |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/services/education/certification/cybersecurity-practitioner |
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Cybersecurity Fundamentals | 19% | - Core security principles: confidentiality, integrity, availability - AAA framework, Zero Trust concepts, least privilege - MITRE ATT&CK, APTs, threat types and lifecycle - Basic security technologies and controls |
| Secure Access | 17% | - SD-WAN, Prisma Access, AI Access solutions - SWG, CASB, DLP, Remote Browser Isolation - SASE and SSE architecture and concepts |
| Endpoint Security | 17% | - Host firewall, disk encryption, Cortex XDR features - Behavioral threat prevention, indicators of compromise - Endpoint protection: anti-malware, EDR/XDR, UEBA |
| Network Security | 19% | - IoT/OT security, cloud-delivered security services - Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW), policy control - Zero Trust Network Access, microsegmentation - IPS, URL filtering, DNS security, VPN, TLS decryption |
| Cloud Security | 14% | - CSPM, CWPP, CNAPP, cloud workload protection - Cloud service models, shared responsibility model - Cortex Cloud, cloud security posture management |
| Security Operations | 14% | - Cortex platform overview, Unit 42 intelligence - SIEM, SOAR, attack surface management - Threat detection, incident response, threat hunting |
The Cybersecurity-Practitioner exam, officially titled Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Practitioner, is the qualifying exam for the Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Practitioner certification, which sits at the Foundational / Entry-level level. Earning it shows employers that you have the skills the credential stands for, and it is a solid step forward on a Palo Alto Networks career path. It also connects to Cybersecurity Apprentice, Security Operations Professional, so the effort you put in now keeps paying off as you advance.
The Cybersecurity-Practitioner exam gives you 60–70 questions to complete within 90 minutes. Do the math before exam day: divide the total time by the question count to set a steady per-question pace, and flag any item that stalls you so you can return to it after securing the easier points. The most reliable way to build that rhythm is a full timed practice test under the same limit, which is exactly what TestSimulate's test engines are designed for.
The passing score for Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Practitioner is 70% (scaled score approx. 860 on 300–1000 scale), and the official registration fee is $150 USD. Keep in mind that a retake means paying that fee again in full, which makes an honest self-check worthwhile: before you book, sit a timed practice test and make sure you are consistently scoring above the passing line with some margin to spare.
According to the official requirements: No formal prerequisites; recommended for individuals entering cybersecurity or new to Palo Alto technologies. Eligibility rules do change from time to time, so confirm the current details on the official exam page before you register.
Registration for the Cybersecurity-Practitioner exam is handled through the official channels below:
The exam is delivered in the following format: In-person only at Pearson VUE test centers; online proctoring not available. Pick a date that leaves room for at least one full timed practice test beforehand.
Palo Alto Networks recommends the following official training options for candidates preparing for Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Practitioner:
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The current Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Practitioner syllabus is organized into 6 exam domains. The first three are:
For the full domain and subtopic breakdown, see the Exam Topics section above — that is the outline your TestSimulate practice questions are mapped to.
Question 1
What is used to orchestrate, coordinate, and control clusters of containers?
A. Kubernetes
B. Prisma Saas
C. CN-Series
D. Docker
Question 2
Which characteristic of serverless computing enables developers to quickly deploy application code?
A. Uploading the application code itself, without having to provision a full container image or any OS virtual machine components
B. Uploading cloud service autoscaling services to deploy more virtual machines to run their application code based on user demand
C. Using Container as a Service (CaaS) to deploy application containers to run their code.
D. Using cloud service spot pricing to reduce the cost of using virtual machines to run their application code
Question 3
What are three benefits of SD-WAN infrastructure? (Choose three.)
A. Utilizing zero-touch provisioning for automated deployments
B. Leveraging remote site routing technical support by relying on MPLS
C. Promoting simplicity through the utilization of a centralized management structure
D. Improving performance by allowing efficient access to cloud-based resources without requiring back-haul traffic to a centralized location
E. Improving performance of SaaS applications by requiring all traffic to be back-hauled through the corporate headquarters network
Question 4
Under which category does an application that is approved by the IT department, such as Office 365, fall?
A. prohibited
B. unsanctioned
C. sanctioned
D. tolerated
Question 5
Which product functions as part of a SASE solution?
A. Cortex
B. Prisma SD-WAN
C. Prisma Cloud
D. Kubernetes
Solutions:
| Question 1 Answer: A | Question 2 Answer: A | Question 3 Answer: A,C,D | Question 4 Answer: C | Question 5 Answer: B |
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