Exam Description
FortiGate Administrator
Certification
This exam is part of the following certification tracks:
l Fortinet Certified Professional - Network Security: This certification validates your ability to secure networks and applications by
deploying, managing, and monitoring Fortinet network security products.
l Fortinet Certified Professional - Public Cloud Security: This certification validates your ability to secure cloud applications by
deploying, managing, and monitoring Fortinet public cloud products.
l Fortinet Certified Professional - Security Operations: This certification validates your ability to secure networks and applications by
deploying, managing, and monitoring Fortinet security operations products.
Visit the Cybersecurity Certification page for information about certification requirements.
Exam
The FCP—FortiGate 7.4 Administrator exam evaluates your knowledge of, and expertise in, FortiGate devices.
The exam tests your applied knowledge of FortiGate configuration, operation, and day-to-day administration, and includes
operational scenarios, configuration extracts, and troubleshooting captures.
Once you pass the exam, you will receive the following exam badge:
Audience
The FCP—FortiGate 7.4 Administrator exam is intended for network and security professionals who are responsible for the
configuration and administration of firewall solutions in an enterprise network security infrastructure.
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Exam Details
Exam name FCP—FortiGate 7.4 Administrator
Exam series FCP_FGT_AD-7.4
Time allowed 90 minutes
Exam questions 50 multiple-choice questions
Scoring Pass or fail. A score report is available from your Pearson VUE account.
Language English, Japanese, and French
Product version FortiOS 7.4.1
Exam Topics
Successful candidates have applied knowledge and skills in the following areas and tasks:
l Deployment and system configuration
l Perform initial configuration
l Implement the Fortinet Security Fabric
l Configure an FGCP HA cluster
l Diagnose resource and connectivity problems
l Firewall policies and authentication
l Configure firewall policies
l Configure SNAT and DNAT options in firewall policies
l Configure different methods of firewall authentication
l Explain how to deploy and configure FSSO
l Content inspection
l Explain and inspect encrypted traffic using certificates
l Identify FortiGate inspection modes and configure web filtering
l Configure application control to monitor and control network applications
l Configure antivirus scanning modes to neutralize malware threats
l Configure IPS to protect networks from threats and vulnerabilities
l Routing
l Configure and route packets using static routes
l Configure SD-WAN to load balance traffic between multiple WAN links effectively
l VPN
l Configure and implement different SSL VPNs to provide secure access to your private network
l Implement a meshed or partially redundant IPsec VPN
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Training Resources
The following resources are recommended for attaining the knowledge and skills that are covered on the exam. The
recommended training is available as a foundation for exam preparation. In addition to training, you are strongly encouraged to
have hands-on experience with the exam topics and objectives.
l FCP - FortiGate 7.4 Administrator course and hands-on labs
l FortiOS 7.4—Administration Guide
l FortiOS 7.4—New Features Guide
Experience
l 1–2 years of experience with networking
l 0–1 year of experience with network security
l Minimum of 6 months of hands-on experience with FortiGate
Exam Sample Questions
A set of sample questions is available from the Fortinet Training Institute. These questions represent the exam content in
question type and content scope. However, the questions do not necessarily represent all the exam content, nor are they
intended to assess your readiness to take the certification exam.
See the Fortinet Training Institute for the course that includes the sample questions.
Examination Policies and Procedures
The Fortinet Training Institute recommends that you review the exam policies and procedures before you register for the exam.
Access important information on the Fortinet Training Institute Policies page, and find answers to common questions on the FAQ
page.
Questions?
If you have more questions about the NSE Certification Program, contact us through the Fortinet Training Institute Helpdesk
page.
