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The Fortinet Certified Trainer (FCT) assessment is a trainer evaluation process in which each candidate has to prove their training delivery skills. The FCT assessment is a two-day assessment that evaluates the FCT candidate’s ability to maintain Fortinet’s quality standards in technical knowledge, skills and instructional abilities.

Who can apply?

The FCT assessment candidate should be a Fortinet employee or a candidate sponsored by an ATC who has submitted proof of reference, along with an online application form. An FCT candidate who wants to apply for an FCT assessment must meet the following knowledge and experience eligibility requirements:

  • Extensive technical knowledge and skills in network security and cybersecurity
  • Five years of relevant experience in network security and cybersecurity
  • Certification in the required NSE training courses
  • Five years of experience in training delivery in IT security
  • Demonstrable training facilitation and delivery skills

If you meet all of these requirements you can apply for the FCT assessment!

Please contact fct@fortinet.com for queries and suggestions.

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Certification

This exam is part of the following certification track:

Visit the Cybersecurity Certification page for information about certification requirements.

Exams available at Pearson VUE are listed below. Select an exam to view the details.

Fortinet NSE 6 - LAN Edge 7.6 Architect

Status: Available



The Fortinet NSE 6 - LAN Edge 7.6 Architect exam evaluates your knowledge of, and expertise with, Fortinet identity management and LAN edge products for both wired and wireless networks.

This exam tests your applied knowledge, skills, and ability to deploy, administer, and operate the Fortinet identity management and secure access implementation for both wired and wireless networks.

Once you pass the exam, you will receive the following exam badge:


Audience

The Fortinet NSE 6 - LAN Edge 7.6 Architect exam is intended for network and security professionals responsible for the design, administration, and support of Fortinet identity management and LAN edge devices.


Exam Details
Time allowed 75 minutes
Exam questions 35-45 questions
Scoring Pass or fail. A score report is available from your Pearson VUE account.
Language English
Product version FortiOS 7.6, FortiSwitch 7.6, FortiAP 7.6, FortiAuthenticator 6.6.1, FortiManager 7.6, FortiAnalyzer 7.6, and FortiAIOps 2.0.1

Exam Topics

Successful candidates have applied knowledge and skills in the following areas and tasks:

  • Authentication
    • Configure advanced user authentication and authorization scenarios using RADIUS and LDAP
    • Implement two-factor authentication using digital certificates
    • Configure syslog on FortiAuthenticator
    • Configure RADIUS single sign-on (RSSO) on FortiAuthenticator
  • Central management
    • Manage FortiSwitch using FortiManager over FortiLink
    • Implement and deploy zero-touch provisioning
    • Configure VLANs, ports, and trunks on FortiSwitch
    • Configure FortiExtender and FortiAP
  • Zero-trust LAN access
    • Implement machine authentication, MAC Authentication Bypass (MAB), and NAC policies to secure wireless networks
    • Deploy a guest portal
    • Explain advanced solutions in LAN edge: FortiLink NAC, dynamic VLAN, and VLAN pooling
  • Monitoring and troubleshooting
    • Configure automatic and manual quarantine
    • Manage FortiAIOps configuration
    • Troubleshoot FortiGate communication with FortiSwitch and FortiAP
    • Use widgets and tools to monitor wireless connectivity

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.

  • LAN Edge 7.6 Architect course and hands-on labs
  • FortiGate 7.6 Administrator course and hands-on labs
  • Secure Wireless LAN 7.4 Administrator course and hands-on labs
  • FortiManager 7.4 Administrator course and hands-on labs
  • FortiAP 7.6.0—Configuration Guide
  • FortiAIOps 2.1.0—Administration Guide
  • FortiManager 7.6.0—Administration Guide
  • FortiAnalyzer 7.6.0—Administration Guide
  • FortiSwitch 7.6.0—Administration Guide

Experience
  • 3 years of experience with networking (wireless and wired)
  • 1 year of experience with network security
  • 1 year of experience with identity management and access control
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.

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