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| Certification Vendor: | Dell Technologies (formerly EMC) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Specialist - Infrastructure Security Exam |
| Exam Number: | DES-9131 |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Real Exam Qty: | 60 |
| Exam Duration: | 90 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Multiple Response, Multiple Choice |
| Related Certifications: | Dell EMC Certified Specialist - Systems Administrator Dell EMC Certified Expert - Infrastructure Security |
| Exam Price: | $225 USD |
| Passing Score: | 63% |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years |
| Recommended Training: | Introduction to IT Frameworks and NIST Implementing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework |
| Exam Registration: | Dell EMC Proven Professional Portal Pearson VUE Registration |
| Sample Questions: | EMC DES-9131 Sample Questions |
| Exam Way: | Online proctored or Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers |
| Pre Condition: | No mandatory prerequisites; recommended knowledge of network security, data protection, and familiarity with NIST CSF framework |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://education.dellemc.com/ |
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| NIST Framework: Protect Function | 23% | - Access control and identity management - Security awareness and training - Protective technologies and baseline configuration - Data security and encryption |
| NIST Framework: Detect Function | 17% | - Vulnerability assessment - Threat detection and analysis - Continuous security monitoring |
| NIST Framework: Identify Function | 18% | - Risk assessment and management - Asset inventory and classification - Business impact analysis |
| NIST Framework: Respond Function | 17% | - Incident response procedures - Containment and eradication - Communication and reporting |
| NIST Framework Overview | 10% | - Architecture and purpose of NIST CSF - Core, Tiers, and Profiles |
| NIST Framework: Recover Function | 15% | - Recovery processes and restoration - Business continuity planning - Resilience and post-incident improvement |
The DES-9131 exam, officially titled Specialist - Infrastructure Security Exam, is the qualifying exam for the Dell EMC Certified Specialist - Infrastructure Security certification, which sits at the Specialist level. Earning it shows employers that you have the skills the credential stands for, and it is a solid step forward on a EMC career path. It also connects to Dell EMC Certified Specialist - Systems Administrator, Dell EMC Certified Expert - Infrastructure Security, so the effort you put in now keeps paying off as you advance.
The DES-9131 exam gives you 60 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 EMC Specialist - Infrastructure Security is 63%, and the official registration fee is $225 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 mandatory prerequisites; recommended knowledge of network security, data protection, and familiarity with NIST CSF framework. Eligibility rules do change from time to time, so confirm the current details on the official exam page before you register.
Registration for the DES-9131 exam is handled through the official channels below:
The exam is delivered in the following format: Online proctored or Onsite at Pearson VUE test centers. Pick a date that leaves room for at least one full timed practice test beforehand.
EMC recommends the following official training options for candidates preparing for EMC Specialist - Infrastructure Security:
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The current EMC Specialist - Infrastructure Security 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.
What common process conducted by organizations when protecting digital assets is outside the scope of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework?
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
What should an organization use to effectively mitigate against password sharing to prevent unauthorized access to systems?
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
What type of system processes information, the loss of which would have a debilitating impact to an organization?
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
What defines who is accountable for contacting operational teams, managers, and others affected by a localized, safety critical event?
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
What determines the technical controls used to restrict access to USB devices and help prevent their use within a company?
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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