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All Palo Alto Networks Certifications
Browse and prepare for 15 certifications with practice exams and study guides
Cloud Security Professional
PALOALTO-15
Validates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for securing cloud environments with the Cortex Cloud platform, including Cloud Runtime Security, Application Security, Cloud Posture Security, and SOC processes.
Cybersecurity Apprentice
PALOALTO-1
A foundational certification that validates knowledge and understanding of fundamental networking and cybersecurity concepts for individuals entering or transitioning into cybersecurity careers.
Cybersecurity Practitioner
PALOALTO-2
Validates knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity concepts and the skills required for basic application of the Palo Alto Networks portfolio of solutions and related technologies.
Network Security Analyst
PALOALTO-4
Validates the knowledge and skills required of analysts and administrators in the areas of object configuration, policy creation, and centralized management using Strata Cloud Manager (SCM).
Network Security Architect
PALOALTO-8
Validates the skills and experience required to architect secure, highly available, and scalable systems with Palo Alto Networks network security portfolio solutions and oversee complex security blueprints using Zero Trust and industry frameworks.
Network Security Professional
PALOALTO-3
Validates knowledge and understanding of all products and services included in the Palo Alto Networks network security solution and entry-level maintenance, configuration, installation, and deployment of these products.
Next-Generation Firewall Engineer
PALOALTO-5
Validates the knowledge and skills required for engineers and administrators in deployment, networking and device setting configuration, integration and automation, and performing centralized management using Panorama, templates, and rulesets.
SD-WAN Engineer
PALOALTO-6
Validates the knowledge and skills required for engineers to plan, deploy, configure, operate, monitor, and troubleshoot modern SD-WAN environments and architectures, including both standalone and integrated SASE solutions.
Security Operations Professional
PALOALTO-9
Validates knowledge, understanding, and job-ready skills required for basic application of the Palo Alto Networks Cortex portfolio of solutions and related technologies in a Security Operations Center (SOC).
Security Service Edge Engineer
PALOALTO-7
Validates the knowledge and skills required for engineers to deploy, configure, manage, and troubleshoot security service edge (SSE) environments within SASE architectures.
XDR Analyst
PALOALTO-11
Validates job-ready skills required to demonstrate understanding of the basic architecture, components, and operation of Cortex XDR for threat detection and response in security operations centers.
XDR Engineer
PALOALTO-13
Validates the knowledge and skills required for engineers to deploy, configure, manage, onboard data, and create playbooks in a security operations environment using Cortex XDR.
XSIAM Analyst
PALOALTO-10
Validates the knowledge and skills required to use the Palo Alto Networks Cortex XSIAM platform for automation, threat detection, and threat response in security operations environments.
XSIAM Engineer
PALOALTO-12
Validates the knowledge and skills required for engineers to deploy, configure, manage, onboard data, and create playbooks in a security operations environment using Cortex XSIAM.
XSOAR Engineer
PALOALTO-14
Validates the knowledge and skills required for skilled engineers to deploy, configure, manage, integrate, and troubleshoot Cortex XSOAR solutions in security operations environments.
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About Palo Alto Networks Certifications
Palo Alto Networks offers 15 professional certifications that validate your skills and expertise. These certifications are recognized globally by employers and can significantly boost your career prospects.
Palo Alto Networks Certification Levels
- FOUNDATIONAL: 2 certifications — Cybersecurity Apprentice, Cybersecurity Practitioner
- ASSOCIATE: 10 certifications — Network Security Analyst, Network Security Professional and 8 more
- PROFESSIONAL: 2 certifications — Cloud Security Professional, XSOAR Engineer
- EXPERT: 1 certification — Network Security Architect
How to Get Started
Choose a certification that aligns with your career goals and experience level. We recommend starting with foundational or associate-level certifications before progressing to professional or expert levels. Hydranode provides comprehensive practice exams and study guides for all Palo Alto Networks certifications.
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