Palo Alto Networks Certified Security Service Edge Engineer (PSSEE)

This certification validates experienced security service edge (SSE) engineers on their knowledge and skills in deployment configuration, post-deployment management and configuration, and their ability to participate in troubleshooting deployed Prisma Access environments. The certification also validates pre-deployment planning of Palo Alto Networks SSE component solutions and an understanding of their architecture to achieve network transformation outcomes.

This certification is designed for SSE / SASE engineers, professional services consultants, and individuals responsible for deployment configuration, post-deployment management and configuration, administration and operation, and troubleshooting of Prisma Access environments.

Skills Required

  • Working knowledge of network security
  • Working knowledge of TCP/IP and how traffic is directed within a network, including routing protocols
  • Working knowledge of networking infrastructure, protocols, and topology
  • Basic understanding of endpoint OS fundamentals and security hardening methods
  • Working knowledge of SSE and security automation technology
  • Basic knowledge of current and emergent trends in information security
  • Ability to use security models / architectures (e.g., Defense in Depth, Zero Trust)
  • Engineering-level knowledge of Prisma Access
  • Basic knowledge of programming and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Powershell, SQL)

Recommended training for this certification

Recommended Prerequisites:

Instructor-led Training:

Certifications:

  • Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Apprentice
  • Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Practitioner
  • Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Generalist