CERTIFICATION PRACTICE QUESTIONS
WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS
What is the Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)? -
ANSWER - The Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA)
is a new customer targeted certification, created to help customers on their learning
journey and the ultimate road to Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Engineer
(PCNSE). The target audience for the PCNSA is customers who have taken the Firewall
8.1 Essentials: Configuration and Management (EDU-210 or EDU-110) courses. A
certified PCNSA can operate Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls to protect
networks from cutting edge cyber threats.
What is the format of the PCNSA exam? - ANSWER - Certification Name: Palo Alto
Networks Certified Network Security Administrator
Delivered through Pearson VUE
Exam Series: PCNSA
Total Seat Time: 90 minutes
Time for Exam Items: 80 minutes
Number of items: 50
Format: Multiple choice, scenarios with graphics, and matching
Language: English
Which topics does the PCNSA exam cover? - ANSWER - PCNSA is a formal, industry-
recognized certification program that validates detailed knowledge of core features and
functions of Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls. This certification covers the
following topics:
Next-Generation Security Platform and Architecture
Firewall Configuration
Security and NAT Policies
App-ID
Content-ID
User-ID
URL Filtering
Monitoring and Reporting
Security Best Practices
Which option shows the attributes that are selectable when setting up application filters?
- ANSWER - A. Category, Subcategory, Technology, and Characteristic
B. Category, Subcategory, Technology, Risk, and Characteristic
C. Name, Category, Technology, Risk, and Characteristic
D. Category, Subcategory, Risk, Standard Ports, and Technology