Symantec Certified Administrator

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Demonstrate expertise in installing, configuring, and managing Symantec Security Information Manager (SSIM) and Symantec Message Lumension Endpoint Management Suite (MES).

Focus

The Symantec Certified Administrator certification focuses on Symantec Security Information Manager (SSIM), Symantec Message Lumension Endpoint Management Suite (MES), and other related products.

Exam Duration

The Symantec Certified Administrator exam duration is 90 minutes

Num of Question

The exam contains a total of 40 multiple choice questions

Exam Fee

The exam fee is N/A.

Exam Validity

The CCRN-Pediatric certification is valid for 3 years.

Prior Certification

• Symantec Certified Professional (SCP) certification is recommended but not required.

Exam Format

The Symantec Certified Administrator exam is a Multiple choice and multiple response

Passing Conditions

To pass Symantec Certified Administrator exam, applicants must achieve a minimum score of Pass 66% of questions to pass the exam

Who Should Take

The SCA certification is designed for IT professionals responsible for the implementation, management, and maintenance of Symantec security solutions, including system administrators, infrastructure architects, and technical consultants.

• System Administrator
• Infrastructure Architect
• Technical Consultant
• Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
• Information Security Manager

Prerequisites

2 years of experience in IT and a minimum of 1 year of experience with Symantec security solutions.

Or can substitute with certifications:

• Symantec Certified Professional (SCP) certification
• Cybersecurity certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, etc.

Certification Process

• Register for the exam on the Symantec website
• Download and install the required software from the Symantec website (Symantec Security Information Manager (SSIM) and Symantec Message Lumension Endpoint Management Suite (MES))
• Complete practice tests and online training
• Show up and pass the exam

Domains with Weights

• SSIM Installation and Configuration (25%): Demonstrate knowledge of SSIM installation, configuration, and deployment, including integration with other systems and troubleshooting techniques.
• SSIM Administration and Management (25%): Demonstrate expertise in SSIM administration, including user management, data collection, and data analysis, as well as integration with other systems and troubleshooting techniques.
• Symantec Message Lumension Endpoint Management Suite (MES) (15%): Demonstrate knowledge of MES installation, configuration, and deployment, including integration with other systems and troubleshooting techniques.
• Network Security and Support (15%): Demonstrate expertise in network security best practices, network architecture, and network support, including firewall configuration and security policies.
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) (10%): Demonstrate understanding of SIEM concepts, including event collection, analysis, and reporting, as well as best practices for implementing and maintaining a SIEM solution.
• Cryptographic Technologies (5%): Demonstrate knowledge of cryptography, including encryption, decryption, and hashing, as well as secure protocols and best practices for secure communication.
• Scalability, Performance, and Troubleshooting (5%): Demonstrate expertise in SSIM scalability, performance, and troubleshooting techniques, including best practices for maintaining high-performance systems.