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GUIDEFORTINET NETWORK SECURITY EXPERT PROGRAM

NSE

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NSE Training and Certification Path Information for Channel 3

NSE Program Public Enrollment 4

NSE 1, 2, 3: A New Focus 4

NSE Recertification Program 4

Partner Level Requirements 16

NSE on the Partner Portal 17

Accessing the NSE Institute 6

Course Enrollment 7

Types of Training 8

Cancellation Policy 8

Course Completion 8

Viewing Your Progress 9

Printing Certificates 9

Transferring Credits 9

Accessing and Completing Courses 18

Certification and Transcripts 19

Certification Renewal 20

Partner Compliance 20

Selling Fortinet Training and Certifications 21

Additional Resources and Contact Information 21

Program Requirements and Certification 10

NSE 1 – Network Security Associate 11

NSE 2 – Network Security Associate 11

NSE 3 – Network Security Associate 11

NSE 4 – Network Security Professional 12

NSE 5 – Network Security Analyst 12

NSE 6 – Network Security Specialist 13

NSE 7 – Network Security Architect 14

NSE 8 – Network Security Expert 15

SUMMARYTABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

CHAPTER 1

FORTINET NETWORK SECURITY EXPERT (NSE) PROGRAM

DEVELOP THE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED TO SUCCEED IN THE NETWORK SECURITY INDUSTRY.

NSE CERTIFICATION WILL HELP CANDIDATES VALIDATE THEIR NETWORK SECURITY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE, DEMONSTRATE VALUE TO CURRENT AND FUTURE EMPLOYERS, LEVERAGE FORTINET’S FULL RANGE OF NETWORK SECURITY PRODUCTS, AND AS A PARTNER, ACCELERATE SALES AND OFFER NEW SERVICES.

NSE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION PATH INFORMATION FOR CHANNEL

The Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) Program is an eight-level certification program designed for technical professionals interested in independent validation of their network security skills and experience. The program includes a wide range of self-paced and instructor-led courses, and experiential exercises designed to develop mastery of complex network security concepts.

The NSE Program is an important part of the FortiPartner Program (FPP), allowing partners to validate network security skills and experience, leverage Fortinet’s full range of network security products, help accelerate sales, and offer new services. Online portions of the program are offered free to partners. Fees for proctored exams are outlined in this document.

Develop a foundational understanding of the ever-increasing threat landscape and of common network security concepts.

Develop the knowledge to manage the day-to-day configuration, monitoring, and operation of FortiGate devices to support corporate network security policies.

Develop a detailed understanding of how to implement network security management and analytics.

Develop an understanding of the fabric products that augment FortiGate to provide deeper and more comprehensive network security.

Develop the knowledge to implement, troubleshoot, and centrally manage an enterprise security infrastructure composed of multiple FortiGate devices.

Demonstrate the ability to design, configure, install, and troubleshoot a comprehensive network security solution in a live environment.

Develop the knowledge of Fortinet solutions required to address the threat landscape and security concerns discussed in NSE 1.

Develop the skills to describe how the features of key Fortinet products are used to create the solutions discussed in NSE 2.

Step Level Objective

NSE CertificationsTable 1

NSE 1 Security Associate

NSE 4 Professional

NSE 5 Analyst

NSE 6 Specialist

NSE 7 Architect

NSE 8 Expert

NSE 2 Security Associate

NSE 3 Security Associate

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NSE PROGRAM PUBLIC ENROLLMENT

NSE 1, 2, 3: A NEW FOCUS

NSE RECERTIFICATION PROGRAM

In 2017, the NSE Program was made available to the public, free of charge, in an effort to promote cybersecurity education. Currently NSE 1 is open to the public. NSE 2 and 3 will follow soon.

Candidates who took NSE 1, 2, or 3 before 2017 will notice a change when it is time to renew their certifications. These NSE sales and business levels have been refreshed, resulting in more straightforward and relevant certifications that will save you time and deliver more valuable content.

NSE 1, 2, and 3 are now all related, and look sequentially at today’s security problems (NSE 1), the Fortinet solutions that address the problems (NSE 2), and the products that enable the solutions (NSE 3). All partner sales staff should take NSE 1, 2, and 3.

All NSE certificates are valid for two years from the exam date. All NSE-level certification renewals are independent of each other, with the exception of NSE 7 and NSE 8, which are described below.

Valid NSE 7 certification renews NSE 4 and NSE 5 certificationsObtaining NSE 7 certification renews a valid, previously obtained NSE 4 and / or NSE 5 certification. Obtaining NSE 7 certification will not validate expired certificates. The new expiration date of the NSE 4 and / or NSE 5 certification will be the same as the NSE 7 certification.

NSE 8 certification renews all existing certification levels including expired Obtaining NSE 8 certification renews all existing certifications. Obtaining NSE 8 validates both valid and expired lower-level certifications previously held by the candidate. The new expiration date of the lower levels being validated will be the same as the expiration date of the NSE 8 certification.

Attention The public can access training on the NSE Institute through fortinet.com , however, it is vital that partners enter the NSE Institute through the Partner Portal .

Note Visit the FAQ / Certification Renewal section for examples of higher-level certifications validating lower levels.

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Recertification is of considerable importance in the IT environment. Network security professionals and their employers want to make sure that certification holders have valid certifications, which means they must closely monitor trends in networking technology.

NSE certifications are valid for two years.

To keep their certifications current, candidates should recertify by completing the requirements listed in the following table:

NSE Certification and Recertification Table

NSE 1 Security Associate

See NSE 8 for NSE 1 associations. This level stands alone and is not dependent on any other level as a prerequisite. The NSE 1 certification is valid for two years from the date the candidate passes the exam on the NSE Institute.

To recertify for NSE 1, the exam must be retaken on the NSE I, or NSE 8 must be attained.

FREE NSE Institute

NSE 2 Security Associate

See NSE 8 for NSE 2 associations. This level stands alone and is not dependent on any other level as a prerequisite, although candidates are strongly encouraged to take NSE 1. The NSE 2 certification is valid for two years from the date the candidate passes the exam on the NSE I.

To recertify for NSE 2, the exam must be retaken on the NSE I, or NSE 8 must be attained. Whether active or inactive, retaking the exam restarts the candidate’s NSE 2 date. It does not recertify NSE 1.

FREE NSE Institute

NSE 3 Security Associate

See NSE 8 for NSE 3 associations. This level stands alone and is not dependent on any other level as a prerequisite although candidates are strongly encouraged to take NSE 1 and 2. The NSE 3 certification is valid for two years from the date the candidate passes the exam on the NSE I.

To recertify for NSE 3, the exam must be retaken on the NSE I, or NSE 8 must be attained. Whether active or inactive, retaking the exam restarts the candidate’s NSE 3 date. It does not recertify NSE 1 and / or NSE 2.

FREE NSE Institute

NSE 4 Professional

NSE 4 is associated with higher NSE levels. See NSE 5 – 7, and NSE 8 for those associations.

This level stands alone and is not dependent on any other level as a prerequisite. The NSE 4 certification is valid for two years from the date the candidate passes the exam at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center.

To recertify for NSE 4, candidates must retake and pass the current NSE 4 exam, or possess a valid NSE 7 and / or NSE 8 certification.

NSE4-EX Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center

NSE 5 Analyst

NSE 5 is associated with higher NSE levels. See NSE 7 – 8 for those associations.

NSE 4 is highly recommended as a prerequisite to NSE 5, but is not required to take and pass the NSE 5 exam. Knowledge of FortiGate enterprise firewalls is necessary. The NSE 5 certification is valid for two years from the date the candidate passes the exam at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center.

To recertify for NSE 5, candidates must retake and pass the current NSE 4 exam, or possess a valid NSE 7 and/or NSE 8 certification.

NSE5-EX-FAZ and NSE5-EX-FMG

Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center

NSE 6 Specialist

See NSE 8 for NSE 6 associations.

Note: In the future, NSE 6 will become associated with NSE 7.

This level stands alone and is not dependent on any other level as a prerequisite. Passing four specialization exams at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center is required to complete NSE 6. Four specializations must be valid at one time to complete NSE 6. The NSE 6 certification date is recorded as the date the candidate passes the last specialization for two years.

To recertify for NSE 6, four specializations must be valid at the NSE 6 anniversary date. They may be the same or different, or the candidate must possess a valid NSE 8 certification.

NSE6-EX-BUN or Choose four NSE 6 single exam SKUs

Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center

NSE 7 Architect

NSE 7 is associated with NSE 4 and 5. Keeping NSE 7 current will recertify valid NSE 4 and NSE 5 certifications. For NSE 7 to recertify NSE 4 and/or NSE 5, those certifications must be current. NSE 7 certification will not recertify expired NSE 4 or NSE 5 certifications, and will not provide certification for either level that has not been previously completed.

NSE 4 and 5 are highly recommended as prerequisites to NSE 7, but are not required to take and pass the NSE 7 exam. Knowledge of FortiGate enterprise firewalls is necessary. The NSE 7 certification is valid for two years from date the candidate passes the exam at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center.

To recertify for NSE 7, candidates must pass the current NSE 7 exam or possess a valid NSE 8 certification.

NSE7-EFW Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center

NSE 8 Expert

NSE 8 is associated with all lower levels in that it will recertify any certification ever gained in the program, whether expired or not. Gaining NSE 8 certification will reestablish any lower-level certification ever achieved.

NSE 8 stands alone and does not require any lower certifications, although all levels of NSE 4-7 are highly recommended. Qualified individuals may go directly to NSE 8, which has two steps: first, pass the NSE 8 written exam at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center, and then pass the NSE 8 practical exam at a Fortinet location. The certification is valid for two years.

To recertify at the NSE 8 level, candidates must complete the current NSE 8 written exam at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center, before the NSE 8 certification expires. Expired certifications require taking both exams.

NSE8-EX and NSE8-EX-PR

NSE 8 written exam: Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center NSE 8 practical exam: In person at a Fortinet office or remotely.

Level Associations Requirements for Certification Exam Voucher SKURequirements for Recertification Exam location

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NSE RECERTIFICATION PROGRAM

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NSE INSTITUTE

CHAPTER 2

YOUR LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

NSE TRAINING COURSES ARE DESIGNED TO HELP CANDIDATES PREPARE FOR THE CERTIFICATION EXAMS. THE TRAINING COURSES ARE NOT MANDATORY TO TAKE A CERTIFICATION EXAM BUT ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

ACCESSING THE NSE INSTITUTE

The NSE Institute is Fortinet’s learning management system. It hosts courseware, exams for NSE 1, 2, and 3, self-paced technical training for NSE levels 4 – 7, and manages progress for all candidates.

Fortinet partners can access the NSE Institute using single sign-on authentication on the Partner Portal. See picture 1.

Step 1

Log in to the NSE Institute through the Partner Portal: partnerportal.fortinet.com .

Step 2

At the top of the page, click Training.

Step 3

On the right side of the page, in the Quick Links section, click NSE Institute.

You will be directed to the NSE Institute website.

New Portal Content• Introduction to the Fortinet Security Fabric

• Corporate Brochure

• Agile Security Campaign

Q4 FortiReward incentive details here.

Upcoming EventsSales Quick Links

Register a Deal

Manage Deals

Take Training

Get Q4 Pricelist

Claim Your SPIFF

Get Support

Find Asset

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PROMOTIONSPRODUCTS SOLUTIONS SALES MARKETING TECHNICAL TRAINING

NEW CHANNEL CAMPAIGN

SECURE YOUR WEAKEST LINK

SCALED WIRED/WIRELESS ACCESS. COMPLETE SECURITY.

Partner Acceleration Series Webcast

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Get information on Fortinet’s award-winning solutions, including NGFW, ATP, solutions for industries and more.

Key sales and competitive tools to help you at every stage of the sales process.

Get product information, see demos, access whitepapers, download software, and more.

Information for sales engineers and technical experts – dive into the details of Fortinet’s solutions.

Access Fortinet’s latest Sales, Technical, and Product training.

Product Resources

Solution Resources

Sales Resources

Marketing Resources

Technical Resources

Training Resources

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SUPPORT

Step 1 – Partner Portal Home Page

Picture 1

New Portal Content• Introduction to the Fortinet Security Fabric

• Corporate Brochure

• Agile Security Campaign

Q4 FortiReward incentive details here.

Upcoming EventsSales Quick Links

Register a Deal

Manage Deals

Take Training

Get Q4 Pricelist

Claim Your SPIFF

Get Support

Find Asset

Welcome John My Information Logout Support Fortinet.com CONTACT US

PROMOTIONSPRODUCTS SOLUTIONS SALES MARKETING TECHNICAL TRAINING

NEW CHANNEL CAMPAIGN

SECURE YOUR WEAKEST LINK

SCALED WIRED/WIRELESS ACCESS. COMPLETE SECURITY.

Partner Acceleration Series Webcast

ESTRegister Here

Join us at Accelerate 2017

Las Vegas, NVJanuary 9 – 12, 2017

Partner Acceleration Updates Roadshow

Check the list and register for an event near you!View Schedule

Partner Updates Fortinet Establishes New European Cloud Data Center< >

Get product information, see demos, access whitepapers, download software, and more

Get information on Fortinet’s award-winning solutions, including NGFW, ATP, solutions for industries and more.

Key sales and competitive tools to help you at every stage of the sales process.

Get product information, see demos, access whitepapers, download software, and more.

Information for sales engineers and technical experts – dive into the details of Fortinet’s solutions.

Access Fortinet’s latest Sales, Technical, and Product training.

Product Resources

Solution Resources

Sales Resources

Marketing Resources

Technical Resources

Training Resources

Fortinet Promotions and Incentives LEARN MORE

FORTINET.COM PRESS RELEASESPRODUCT DOWNLOADS VIDEOS AWARDS PARTNER LOCATOR CUSTOMER SUCCESSES

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Note If candidates do not have credentials for the Partner Portal, they should contact their company’s portal member administrator for access. Alternatively, they can email [email protected] to request access.

Candidates must use their company email address, not a personal email account, to access the portal and the NSE Institute. Please note, Fortinet does not accept email aliases such as [email protected] or [email protected].

Only courses and certifications in a candidate’s partner email account will be counted toward the candidate’s NSE standing.

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COURSE ENROLLMENT

Enrollment is free for online courses. Candidates can progress at their own speed. To receive credit for courses taken, candidates must complete all the course requirements outlined in this document.

Step 1

Do one of the following:

_After you log in to the NSE Institute through the Partner Portal, click Get Started. See picture 2.

_A list of NSE 1: Network Security Technology Foundations courses displays.

_ If you are not logged in to the NSE Institute, follow the steps in Accessing the NSE Institute .

_Then, on the NSE Institute, click Get Started.

Step 2

To find the course you want, do any of the following: See picture 3.

_To filter by course type, click All Types.

_To filter by NSE level, click All Levels.

_To search by course name, in the Search Courses field, type the course name.

_To display public course offerings, at the top of the page, click Schedule.

Step 3

_Click the course you want to enroll in, and then click Enroll. See picture 4.

_You will receive a course enrollment email notification that confirms your enrollment.

Step 1 – Get Started

Step 3 – Enroll

Step 2 – Search Courses

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TYPES OF TRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY

COURSE COMPLETION

Self-Paced TrainingFree Self-Paced Training and Facilitated Labs for Partners

This type of training is very flexible. You can learn at your own pace, on your own schedule.

Candidates access prerecorded lessons and quizzes on the NSE Institute in the facilitated lab. After candidates are enrolled in self-paced training, they can access the corresponding facilitated lab.

Note

Before accessing a facilitated lab, you must complete the corresponding self-paced training. Each lab corresponds to a specific time zone, and has a maximum number of seats. Labs start at 9 AM and finish at 5 PM local time.

NSE 4 is being updated and restructured.

Before mid-March 2018, to complete the NSE 4 self-paced training (based on FortiOS 5.4.1), you must complete both the FortiGate I (11 lessons) and FortiGate II (12 lessons) self-paced training courses and facilitated labs.

After mid-March 2018, to complete the NSE 4 self-paced training (based on FortiOS 5.6.2), you must complete both the FortiGate Security (13 lessons) and FortiGate Infrastructure (9 lessons) self-paced training courses and facilitated labs.

Virtual Instructor-Led Training (Partner Pricing)Virtual Instructor-Led Training (vILT)

Live, remote, instructor-led training delivered over the Internet. Candidates attend sessions using an online classroom application, such as GoToTraining. The instructor will send candidates the GoToTraining invitation a few hours before the class start time. After candidates enroll in virtual instructor-led training, they can access the corresponding student guide.

Fortinet classes are in high demand, and fully-booked classes often have waitlists.

View the Training Cancellation Policy to find out how much notice is required to cancel, reschedule, or substitute a course.

If a candidate repeatedly fails to notify Fortinet that they cannot attend a course they registered for, the candidate may be disqualified from registering for future Fortinet classes.

NSE 1 – 3 _Candidates take NSE 1 – 3 quizzes on the NSE Institute.

_Candidates can download their NSE 1 – 3 certifications within two hours of passing the course and requirements. See section Printing Certificates on page 8.

NSE 4 – 8 _Candidates take NSE 4 – 7 and NSE 8 written exams at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center . The NSE 8 practical exam can be taken either remotely, or in person at one of Fortinet’s NSE 8 test centers. There are thousands of exam centers worldwide.

_Pearson VUE candidates receive a pass or fail email notification.

_ If a candidate passes the course, the certificate is processed and posted to the candidate’s profile five business days after they receive the email notification.

_Candidates must wait 15 days between exam attempts.

[email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

Americas

EMEA

APAC, ANZ, and India

Contact a regional training coordinator

Note

Two course are not available as online training: FortiWi-Fi and FortiDDos. These courses are available only as classroom training. Partners who want to attend classroom training should contact their regional training coordinator for free enrollment assistance.

Public Classroom Training A live instructor and students are located together in a physical classroom.

To enroll in public classroom training, contact the appropriate regional training coordinator at one of the addresses listed in the table that follows.

Private Onsite TrainingOnsite classes provide the same lectures and labs as Fortinet’s traditional public classroom training. TA technical trainer delivers either standard training (NSE 4 – 7) or customized training at the partner’s site. For more information, please contact the appropriate regional training coordinator.

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VIEWING YOUR PROGRESS

TRANSFERRING CREDITS

PRINTING CERTIFICATES

Candidates can view their completed courses, and courses in progress, on their dashboard.

Step 1

If you are not already logged in to the NSE Institute through the Partner Portal, log in following the steps in Accessing the NSE Institute .

Step 2

Click Dashboard.

Step 3

Do one of the following: See picture 5.

_To see courses you have completed, click Completed.

_To see courses you are currently enrolled in, click In Progress.

Candidates do not receive certificates for completing exams. Candidates receive certificates only for passing exams. Candidates can print their certificates on their profile.

Step 1

If you are not already logged in to the NSE Institute through the Partner Portal, log in following the steps in Accessing the NSE Institute .

Step 2

Click Profile.

Step 3

Below the badge that represents the certificate you’d like to download, click Download Certificate. See picture 6.

Step 3 – Your Progress

Step 3 – Certificates

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Note If candidates received NSE certifications while working for a previous employer and want to transfer their NSE certifications to their new employer, they should contact their training team to request a transfer of credits.

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NSE 1 – 8 COURSE AND EXAM DESCRIPTIONS

CHAPTER 3

NSE COURSES ARE DESIGNED TO HELP CANDIDATES PREPARE FOR THE CERTIFICATION EXAMS. CANDIDATES DO NOT NEED TO TAKE A COURSE TO ATTEMPT THE EXAM, BUT IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND CERTIFICATION

NSE courses are designed to help candidates prepare for certification exams. Candidates do not need to take a course to attempt an exam, but it is highly recommended.

Each NSE level includes defined learning objectives and proposes specific coursework to acquire this knowledge. Candidates take the certification exam for each level either online or as a proctored exam at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center . There are no prerequisites for taking an exam, however, some parts of the NSE training path are sequential and candidates must meet the course prerequisites in order to enroll in a course.

To complete the NSE program successfully, candidates must fulfill the objectives for each level of the program.

Note For complete details about the courses described below, visit fortinet.com .

Pass all courses to earn the NSE 1 certificate Page 11

Pass the NSE 4 exam to earn the NSE 4 certificate Page 12

Pass two of the Analyst exams to earn the NSE 5 certificate Page 12

Acquire four Specialist certificates to earn the NSE 6 certificate Page 13

Pass any of the NSE 7 exams to earn the certificate Page 14

Pass the NSE 8 written exam and NSE 8 practical exam to become a Fortinet Certified Network Security Expert

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Pass five courses to earn the NSE 2 certificate Page 11

Pass four courses to earn the NSE 3 certificate Page 11

Step Level Requirements Details

NSE RequirementsTable 2

NSE 1 Security Associate

NSE 4 Professional

NSE 5 Analyst

NSE 6 Specialist

NSE 7 Architect

NSE 8 Expert

NSE 2 Security Associate

NSE 3 Security Associate

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NETWORK SECURITY ASSOCIATE

NETWORK SECURITY ASSOCIATE

NETWORK SECURITY ASSOCIATE

The NSE 1 Network Security Associate course develops a candidate’s foundational understanding of the threat landscape and provides perspectives from key executive roles. These courses also cover how users can develop personal security awareness and be safer using the Internet.

Program RequirementsTo earn NSE 1 certification, candidates must:

1 Complete all nine NSE 1 course lessons.

2 Pass the quiz for each lesson.

Certification _The NSE 1 course and quizzes are available on the NSE Institute.

_NSE 1 certification is valid for two years from the date of completion.

_A candidate can renew their NSE 1 certification by taking the current NSE 1 course offered on the NSE Institute.

_Obtaining NSE 8 certification automatically renews a candidate’s NSE 1 certification, even if their NSE 1 certification has expired.

The NSE 2 Network Security Associate courses cover the core Fortinet solutions that address the threat landscape and security concerns discussed in NSE 1.

Program RequirementsTo earn NSE 2 certification, candidates must:

1 Complete all five NSE 2 courses they have selected.

2 Pass the quiz for each lesson.

Certification _The NSE 2 course and quizzes are available on the NSE Institute.

_Candidates can take the NSE 2 quizzes after they complete all required courses.

_NSE 2 certification is valid for two years.

_A candidate can renew their NSE 2 certification by taking the current NSE 2 course offered on the NSE Institute.

_Obtaining NSE 8 certification automatically renews a candidate’s NSE 2 certification, even if their NSE 2 certification has expired.

The NSE 3 Network Security Associate courses cover advanced Fortinet solutions, to help candidates understand and describe how key Fortinet products are used to create the core Fortinet solutions discussed in NSE 2.

Program RequirementsTo earn NSE 3 certification, candidates must:

1 Complete all four NSE 3 courses they have selected.

2 Pass the quiz for each lesson.

Certification _The NSE 3 course and quizzes are available on the NSE Institute.

_NSE 3 certification is valid for two years.

_A candidate can renew their NSE 3 certification by taking the current NSE 3 course offered on the NSE Institute. Obtaining NSE 8 certification automatically renews a candidate’s NSE 3 certification, even if their NSE 3 certification has expired.

NSE 1 NSE 2 NSE 3

Additional Information About NSE 1, 2, and 3 _NSE 1 – 3 quizzes are built in to the courses and a candidate can take them in any order.

_NSE 1 – 3 are sales oriented. _These courses are not mandatory for technical and pre-sales personnel, but are strongly recommended.

_Obtaining NSE 1, 2, and 3 earns a candidate the designation of Fortinet NSE Security Associate.

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NETWORK SECURITY PROFESSIONAL

NETWORK SECURITY ANALYST

The NSE 4 Network Security Professional designation identifies a candidate’s ability to configure, install, and monitor the FortiGate devices in a network.

Course names

_FortiGate Security – 3 days – SKU: FT-FGT-SEC

_FortiGate Infrastructure – 2 days – SKU: FT-FGT-INF

Exam name

NSE 4 Network Security Professional – SKU: NSE4-EX: one exam for both courses

Product version

5.6.2

Certification _The NSE 4 certification is valid for two years.

_Candidates can renew their NSE 4 certification by taking the current NSE 4 exam at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center .

_Obtaining NSE 7 certification automatically renews a candidate’s NSE 4 certification, if their NSE 4 certification has not expired.

_Obtaining NSE 8 certification automatically renews a candidate’s NSE 4 certification, even if their NSE 4 certification has expired.

The NSE 5 Fortinet Network Security Analyst designation identifies a candidate’s ability to provide centralized network administration, network analysis, and reporting using FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer. This designation is recognized after the candidate achieves Fortinet Specialist certifications on both FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer. Note that while FortiSIEM is included in NSE 5 training, it is currently not a part of the NSE 5 certification.

Course names

_FortiManager Centralized Device Management – 2 days – SKU: FT-FMG

_FortiAnalyzer Administration – 1 day – FT-FAZ

NSE 4

NSE 5

Additional Information About NSE 5

Available at: Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center worldwide.

Fortinet SKU: NSE5-EX-FMG and NSE5-EX-FAZ

Time allowed to complete: 70 minutes total test time for the FortiManager Specialist exam, and 50 minutes total test time for the FortiAnalyzer Specialist exam

Time required between attempts: 15 days

Time for acknowledgement and score to be reflected on NSE Institute profile: five business days

Additional Information About NSE 4

Available at: Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center worldwide.

Time allowed to complete: 120 minutes total test time

Time required between attempts: 15 days

Time for acknowledgement and score to be reflected on NSE Institute profile: five business days

Exam name

_NSE 5 Network Security Analyst

_NSE 5 SKUs NSE5-EX-FMG for the FortiManager Specialist exam and NSE5-EX-FAZ for the FortiAnalyzer Specialist exam

Product version

5.4.2

Note

NSE 5 certification requires passing both the FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer specialist exams.

Certification _The NSE 5 certification is valid for two years.

_Candidates can renew their NSE 5 certification by taking two of the individual NSE 5 exams at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center .

_Obtaining NSE 7 certification automatically renews a candidate’s NSE 5 certification, if their NSE 5 certification has not expired.

_Obtaining NSE 8 certification automatically renews a candidate’s NSE 5 certification, even if their NSE 5 certification has expired.

Program Requirements for NSE 4 – 7NSE 4 – 7 exams have no prerequisites. It is highly recommended, but not required, to complete the course before taking the exam.

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NETWORK SECURITY SPECIALIST

The NSE 6 Network Security Specialist designation recognizes a candidate’s comprehensive skills with fabric products beyond the firewall. This designation is recognized after the candidate achieves at least four Fortinet Specialist certifications on Fortinet enhanced products.

Program RequirementsThe Partner company is NSE 6 compliant if at least four different NSE 6 technologies are obtained by one or several engineers. This is valid only for Platinum partners or distributors.

Exam name

_NSE 6 Network Security Specialist

_NSE 6 bundle exam SKU: NSE6-EX-BUN that allows you to take any four NSE 6 exams according to the selected products. For details, see the table Fortinet NSE 6 Exams.

Certification _NSE 6 Specialist certification is valid for two years.

_For a candidate’s certification to remain valid, they must have passed any current exams associated with their areas of specialization.

_Obtaining NSE 8 certification automatically renews a candidate’s NSE 6 certification for the specializations they earned originally, even if their NSE 6 certification has expired.

NSE 6

5.3.8 3 daysFT-FML FortiMail 5.3.8 Specialist NSE6-EX-FML

4.4.0 1 dayFT-ADC-D FortiADC 4.4.0 SpecialistNSE6-EX-ADC-D

4.0.0 2 daysFT-FAC FortiAuthenticator 4.0.0 Specialist NSE6-EX-FAC

5.2.2 2 daysFT-WLESSFortinet Integrated and cloud Wi-Fi Specialist-FortiOS 5.2.2

NSE6-EX-WLESS

8.2.4 3 daysFT-FWLC FortiWLC Specialist-SD8.2.4NSE-6-EX-FWLC

4.0.0 1 dayFT-DDoS FortiDDoS 4.0 SpecialistNSE6-EX-DDOS

5.6.0 3 daysFT-FWB FortiWeb 5.6.0 Specialist NSE6-EX-FWB

2.0.3 1 dayFT-FSA FortiSandbox 2.0.3 Specialist NSE6-EX-FSA

Course Name Level RequirementsProduct Version

Course Duration

Course SKU Exam Name

Single Exam SKU

FortiMail

FortiADC D-Series

FortiAuthenticator

FortiOS Integrated and Cloud Wi-Fi

FortiWLC

FortiDDoS

FortiWeb

FortiSandbox

Use FortiMail to protect your network from existing email-borne threats, and use FortiSandbox to detect and block emerging threats

Use FortiAuthenticator for secure authentication

Design, implement, and maintain a channel-layered FortiWLC-based wireless network

Basics of FortiSandbox – how malware works, how virus writers try to avoid detection, and how you can regain the advantage in the battle to secure your network from zero-day threats

Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Fortinet’s web application firewall

Configure and administer the most commonly used features of FortiADC

Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot a secure wireless LAN using the FortiOS Integrated and cloud Wi-Fi solution made up of FortiGate, FortiAP, FortiWi-Fi, FortiPlanner, and FortiPresence

Recognize and mitigate individual and distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks, while preserving service and network performance

Fortinet NSE 6 ExamsTo earn NSE 6 specialization, candidates must pass a minimum of four Fortinet NSE 6 exams from among the following technologies:

Additional Information About NSE 6

Available at: Pearson VUE Authorized Test Centers worldwide.

Time allowed to complete: 30 minutes total test time for 15-question exams, and 60 minutes for 30-question exams.

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NETWORK SECURITY ARCHITECT

The NSE 7 Network Security Architect designation identifies a candidate’s advanced skills in deploying, adminstering, and troubleshooting Fortinet security solutions.

Course name

Enterprise Firewall – 3 days – SKU: FT-EFW

Exam name

NSE 7 Network Security Architect – NSE 7 SKU: NSE7-EX-EFW

Product version

5.4.1

Program RequirementsThe NSE 7 exams have no prerequisites. Candidates can take any exam whether or not they have taken the course.

To earn NSE 7 certification, candidates must pass one of the NSE 7 exams at a Pearson VUE Authorized Test Center . Taking the NSE 7 course is highly recommended as the best way to prepare for the NSE 7 exams.

Certification _The NSE 7 certification is valid for two years.

_A candidate can renew their NSE 7 certification by fulfilling the current NSE 7 requirements, or by passing the NSE 8 exam.

NSE 7

NSE 7 Exam _Available at: Pearson VUE Test Centers worldwide

_Fortinet SKU: NSE7-EFW

_Total time allowed to complete the test: 60 minutes

_Time required between attempts: 15 days

_Time for acknowledgement and score to be reflected on NSE Institute profile: five business days

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NETWORK SECURITY EXPERT

The NSE 8 Fortinet Network Security Expert designation identifies a candidate’s comprehensive knowledge of network security design, configuration, and troubleshooting for complex networks. To attempt the exam, candidates must have related industry experience.

Program RequirementsThere are no prerequisites for the Fortinet NSE 8 written exam. The written exam is a pre-test for the Fortinet NSE 8 practical exam. The NSE 8 written exam is not a certification. Candidates must complete the NSE 8 practical exam within two years of completing the NSE 8 written exam. It is recommended to have completed NSE 4 – 7 trainings and to have a strong experience with Fortinet products in a production environment.

To earn NSE 8 certification, candidates must:

1 Complete the NSE 8 written exam (a practice exam is available on the NSE Institute).

2 Complete the NSE 8 practical exam.

For more information, visit NSE 8 program .

Exam name

NSE 8 Network Security Expert

Product Version

5.2

CertificationNSE 8 Written Exam

The Fortinet NSE 8 written exam is a 90-minute, multiple-choice exam. Questions cover design scenarios, exhibits, configuration extracts, and troubleshooting

NSE 8

New An option to take the NSE 8 practical exam remotely is now available, please contact us for further information.

captures that assess the networking, security, and Fortinet solution knowledge and experience of the candidate. Reference materials are not allowed in the exam room for the written exam.

_Available at: Pearson VUE Test Centers worldwide

_Exam name: Fortinet Network Security Expert 8 Written Exam

_Fortinet SKU: NSE8-EX

_Time allowed to complete the exam: 90 minutes

Note

The written exam results will not be reflected on the NSE Institute. NSE 8 certification is awarded after the candidate passes both the written and practical exams.

The candidate will receive a document showing their overall result: pass or fail. The document will also show which sections the candidate passed or failed. No further detail or assistance is provided.

NSE 8 Practical Exam

After a candidate has passed the prerequisite NSE 8 written exam, the candidate can register to take the practical exam in person at the following Fortinet offices:

The NSE 8 practical exam is a two-day, hands-on evaluation. During the practical exam, the candidate must configure and validate a complete network topology involving multiple Fortinet products. Reference materials are not allowed in the exam room for the practical exam.

EMEA Fortinet 905 rue Albert Einstein 06560 Valbonne, France

North America Fortinet 13450 W Sunrise Blvd Suite 430 Sunrise, FL 33323

Additional Information About NSE 8

_Available at: Pearson VUE Test Centers worldwide

_Fortinet SKU: NSE8-EX-PR

_Time allowed to complete the proctored exam: Two days

_Type of tasks: Hands-on configuration and troubleshooting

_Within 15 days of taking the practical exam, the candidate will receive a document showing their overall result: pass or fail. The document will also show which sections the candidate passed or failed. No further detail or assistance is provided.

_NSE 8 certification will be visible in the candidate’s profile approximately one month after the candidate passes the NSE 8 practical exam.

Note

A candidate who obtains the NSE 8 designation by passing the written and practical exams, recertifies on all those NSE levels that were earned earlier, regardless of whether or not they are valid or have expired. But the candidate cannot recertify on designation levels for which their have never qualified.

To recertify for NSE 8, it is sufficient to pass the NSE 8 written exam as long as the candidate’s NSE 8 certification has not expired. When a candidate passes the written exam for the purpose of recertifying, they also recertify for all NSE levels, valid or expired. However, if their NSE 8 certification expires, then the candidate will have to redo the written and practical exams to recertify.

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NSE AND THE PARTNER PROGRAM

CHAPTER 4

THE NSE PROGRAM IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE FORTINET PARTNER PROGRAM, CONTRIBUTING TO THE PARTNER’S SECURITY LEADERSHIP IN THE MARKETPLACE.

PARTNER LEVEL REQUIREMENTS

The Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) program guides partners through eight levels of training and assessment, from entry to expert, in the discipline of network security.

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The NSE Program is an integral part of the Fortinet Partner Program (FPP), contributing to the partner’s security leadership in the marketplace. Each of the four partner levels—Authorized, Silver, Gold, and Platinum—has specific NSE requirements that the partner must meet in order to achieve and maintain the level.

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NSE ON THE PARTNER PORTAL

Partners can view their NSE certifications on the Partner Portal.

Step 1

If you are not already logged in to the NSE Institute through the Partner Portal, log in following the steps in Accessing the NSE Institute .

Step 2

Do one of the following:

_Click Training, and then, on the right side of the page, click View My NSE Certifications.

_Click My Profile, and then, at the bottom of the page, click My NSE Certifications.

Your primary Fortinet contact for your company’s Partner Portal can also view a summary of company-wide achievements, compared with the requirements for your partner level. On the Training page, in the menu on the right side of the page, primary contacts can click View My Company’s NSE Achievements.

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NSE 6 Certification Details

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Table 5: Sample Company, Gold

NEW Contact your channel account manager for more information about compliance.

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ACCESSING AND COMPLETING COURSES

How do I access the NSE online training classes?

_Online training classes are available on the NSE Institute. Log in to the NSE Institute on the Partner Portal at partnerportal.fortinet.com , and then click Training.

_ If you do not have credentials for the Partner Portal, please contact the primary Fortinet contact at your company, who can grant you access. Candidates must use a company email address to register on the portal. Do not use your personal email address or an alias.

_After you are granted Partner Portal access, you must allow up to 48 hours to receive NSE Institute access. (Before you receive access, an error message displays if you attempt to log in.)

_ If you transfer to another company, contact your training team to request a transfer of your credits.

Are all training courses available online?NSE 1 – 7 courses are available online for partners. Self-paced training and facilitated labs are free for partners. Virtual instructor-led training has a cost. Please contact your regional training coordinator for price information.

Two courses are not available online: FortiWi-Fi and FortiDDoS. These courses are available only as classroom training. To attend classroom training free of charge, contact your regional training coordinator for enrollment assistance.

Where can I find information on upcoming training courses?When you log in to the NSE Institute through the Partner Portal, you can use the search field on the home screen to find upcoming courses.

How long does it take to prepare and be certified at each level?The time required to prepare for any level of the NSE program depends on the time a candidate spends studying, the experience they possess, and aptitude. Candidates can potentially complete lower levels of the program quickly. The mid to upper-level technical levels of NSE 4 – 7 require a greater investment in time and resources in order to attend more formal training, proctored labs, and exams. NSE 8, depending on the candidate’s experience, can require many months of preparation. NSE 8 is the expert-level, assessment-only part of the program and is intended only for very experienced technical professionals.

How many seats are available for each session?

_An unlimited number of partners can participate in the self-paced versions of any training available.

_The number of seats that partners can reserve in the instructor-led facilitated labs, virtual instructor-led training, and classroom training is limited to 12.

_Once enrolled in an online course, partners can attend only one class in each session for free.

_Partners are limited to one attempt for each lab and virtual instructor-led course. Following these attempts, registration will no longer be available.

CHAPTER 5

USE THIS CHAPTER TO FIND ANSWERS TO ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS REGARDING THE NSE PROGRAM.

FAQQUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

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What happens if I register for an instructor-led class and cannot attend?If you are unable to attend a class that you registered for, notify your regional training coordinator before the class begins to be removed from the session. You may then request to be added to another session. If you need further assistance, contact your regional training coordinator.

Learn more about our Training Cancellation Policy .

CERTIFICATION AND TRANSCRIPTS

I passed all the exams for the NSE level. When will I receive my certificate?

_NSE 1, 2, and 3 certificates are available within two hours of completing the last qualifying course.

_NSE 4, 5, 6, and 7 certificates earned through Pearson VUE will appear in your profile within two business days after passing your exam.

How can I view my progress on the NSE Institute?

Step 1

If you are not already logged in to the NSE Institute through the Partner Portal, log in following the steps in Accessing the NSE Institute .

Step 2

Click Dashboard

Step 3

Do one of the following:

_To see the courses you are enrolled in, and the self-paced lessons you have started, click In Progress.

_To see the courses you have finished, click Completed.

How can I download and print my NSE certificate or logo?

Step 1

If you are not already logged in to the NSE Institute through the Partner Portal, log in following the steps in Accessing the NSE Institute .

Step 2

Click Profile

Step 3

Click the certificate you want to download or print. The logo will appear.

Step 4

Print the certificate or logo.

Note

Candidates can print and download each certificate on their profile on the NSE Institute. Fortinet does not send certificates automatically.

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Examples:

_An engineer obtained NSE 4 certification on January 1, 2015 and obtained NSE 7 certification on January 1, 2016. The engineer’s NSE 4 and NSE 7 certifications are valid through January 1, 2018.

_An engineer obtained NSE 4 certification on January 1, 2015, NSE 5 certification on January 1, 2016, and NSE 7 certification on August 1, 2016. The engineer’s NSE 4, 5, and 7 certifications are valid through August 1, 2018

_An engineer obtained NSE 4 and NSE 5 certification in January 2015, and NSE 6 and NSE 7 certification in 2016. The engineer passed the NSE 8 written and practical exams to obtain NSE 8 certification on June 8, 2017. The engineer’s NSE 4, 5, 6, and 7 certifications now are updated to the same expiration date as their NSE 8 certification: June 8th 2019. No credit is obtained for NSE 1, 2, and 3, because the engineer did not obtain certification for these levels before obtaining the NSE 8 certification.

Do I have to retake courses to renew my certifications?It is highly recommended that you retake courses to renew your certifications, but it is not mandatory.

FortiOS has been upgraded since I took my courses. Can I take the older NSE exam?Upon the release of a new FortiOS version, the previous version will remain available for six months on the NSE Institute and at Pearson VUE Authorized Test Centers.

How long are my NSE certificates valid?All individual NSE certifications expire after two years.

Certification Renewal Policy _Passing the NSE 7 exam automatically renews your previously obtained, valid NSE 4 and NSE 5 certifications.

_Passing the NSE 8 exam automatically renews your certifications for all previously obtained lower levels, whether valid or not.

To recertify for NSE 8, it is sufficient to pass the NSE 8 written exam as long as the candidate’s NSE 8 certification has not expired. However, if the NSE 8 certification has expired, then the candidate will have to redo the written and practical exams to recertify.

How do I obtain a list of employees in my organization that hold certifications at specific levels?For questions about the status of individual or company certifications, email your regional channel team using the subject line “NSE training standing”. Alternatively, on the Partner Portal, your company’s primary contact can view a summary of company progress, but not details about individuals.

What happens to my existing FCNSP certifications?Renew your FCNSP certifications by taking the NSE 4 exam. FCNSP v4 and v5 are no longer valid for NSE 4 standing. FCNSP v5 equivalence was granted until December 31, 2016.

How does ERC code qualification work with the NSE Program?Engineers working for Platinum, Gold, and Silver partners can obtain an ERC code if they are NSE 4 certified, and if their company is compliant with all NSE 1 – 8 partner-level certification requirements.

CERTIFICATION RENEWAL PARTNER COMPLIANCE

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What is the process for end users to take training? Can a customer buy courses?Currently, customers do not participate in NSE 2 and NSE 3 training, but can take NSE 1 training. Open enrollment for the public is coming soon. NSE 4 is the entry point for end users and customers. If a customer wants to buy courses, training SKUs are available for resellers to quote. For private, on-site training requests, contact your regional training coordinator.

What other NSE resources are available?For more information:

_Visit fortinet.com .

_Visit the Partner Portal and select the Training tab to see what’s new and for updates on NSE courses.

Who do I contact with questions about the NSE Program?You can contact the NSE administrator at [email protected] (for course-related and certification information), or your regional training coordinator.

Who do I contact with questions about the Authorized Training Centers (ATC) Program?You can contact the ATC program director at [email protected] , or your regional training coordinator.

Who do I contact with questions about the course content?You can contact the courseware team at [email protected] , or your regional training coordinator.

SELLING FORTINET TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND CONTACT INFORMATION

Who do I contact with questions about our current partner standing (or compliance)?

[email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

Americas

EMEA

APAC, ANZ, and India

Contact your regional channel team

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CONTACTS

CHAPTER 6

FORTINET IS HEADQUARTERED IN SUNNYVALE, CALIFORNIA, WITH OFFICES AROUND THE GLOBE.

USE THE INFORMATION IN THIS SECTION TO CONTACT THE LOCAL FORTINET CHANNEL AND TRAINING TEAMS.

FOR A FULL LIST OF FORTINET OFFICES, PLEASE VISIT www.fortinet.com/corporate/about-us/global-offices.html .

HOW TO CONTACT US

[email protected]

[email protected]

Channel Team

Training Team

North America

[email protected]

[email protected]

Channel Team

Training Team

Asia Pacific

[email protected]

[email protected]

Channel Team

Training Team

Latin America

[email protected]

[email protected]

Channel Team

Training Team

Europe, Middle East, and Africa

[email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

NSE Program and Certifications

Authorized Training Centers (ATC)

Courseware Content

Additional NSE Contacts

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