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NSE 5 Network Security Analyst

Description

The NSE 5 Network Security Analyst designation recognizes the ability to implement network security management and analytics using Fortinet security devices. This designation is recognized after the candidate achieves at least two NSE 5 Specialist certifications.

Who Should Attempt the NSE 5 Certification?

Network and security professionals who require the expertise to centrally manage, analyze, and report upon Fortinet security devices.

Program Requirements
The NSE 5 Certification requires passing a minimum of any two Fortinet NSE 5 exams:
  • Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiAnalyzer 6.0
  • Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiManager 6.0
  • Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiSIEM 5.1
  • Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiClient 6.0 (coming soon)

These exams are available at Pearson VUE test centers.

The corresponding courses for each exam are highly recommended for exam preparation, but are not program requirements.

About the NSE 5 Exams

The NSE 5 certification is earned by passing at least two specialist exams. A specialist designation is earned by successfully passing each product-specific exam.

Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiAnalyzer 6.0
  • Number of questions: 25
  • Time allowed to complete: 50 minutes
  • Language: English and Japanese
Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiManager 6.0
  • Number of questions: 35
  • Time allowed to complete: 70 minutes
  • Language: English and Japanese
Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiSIEM 5.1
  • Number of questions: 30
  • Time allowed to complete: 60 minutes
  • Language: English
How to Enroll in NSE 5 Training?

To enroll in the NSE 5 courses, candidates must have an account on the NSE Institute. Partners must access through the partner portal. Everyone else should access through the NSE Institute website.

  • Partners: https://partnerportal.fortinet.com/
  • All others: https://training.fortinet.com/

Partners, customers, and employees must access the NSE Institute using the portals listed above to receive credit towards their standing with Fortinet. Using a company email is mandatory to register.

Once logged into the NSE Institute, use the following link to enroll in a NSE 5 training class through the NSE Institute: NSE 5

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Certification
  • The NSE 5 certification requires passing two different NSE 5 specialist exams.
  • The NSE 5 certification is valid for two years


Recertification

  • Candidates can renew their NSE 5 certification by taking the current NSE 5 specialist exams at a Pearson VUE 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.

About NSE Certification Exams
  • Available at: Pearson VUE testing centers worldwide
  • Scoring method: Answers must be 100% correct for credit; no partial credit is given. There are no deductions for incorrect answers.
  • Type of questions: Multiple choice and multiple select
  • Time required between attempts: 15 days
  • Transcript and Certificate: After passing the exam, the candidates Fortinet NSE Institute transcript is updated within five business days, and they will be able to download a printable certificate from the NSE Institute
Contact Us

If you have more questions, please contact your regional coordinator:

  • Americas: traning@fortinet.com
  • EMEA: emeatraining@fortinet
  • APAC: apactraining@fortinet
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