- Duration: Flexible
Course details
The Check Point Certified Security Master (CCSM) is Check Point's most advanced technical credential, which validates the ability of candidates to use advanced commands to troubleshoot, configure and optimize Check Point Security Systems. IT professionals seeking this credential should be able to troubleshoot ClusterXL and SecureXL, identify encryption failure sources and misconfigured VPNs, and address issues with intrusion prevention system false positives.
- Exam Name: Check Point Certified Security Master (CCSM) R77.30
- Exam Code: 156-115.77
- Exam Price: $350 (USD)
- Duration: 90 min
- Passing Score: 70%
- No of questions: 90
To earn the CCSM, candidates need to possess the CCSE (R70 or higher, or equivalent knowledge). Check Point recommends that candidates have knowledge of UNIX and have experience with networking, TCP/IP and Windows Server. Candidates also need to pass exam 156-115.77.
The Check Point certification program includes four professional certifications:
- CCSA: Check Point Certified Security Administrator
- CCSE: Check Point Certified Security Expert
- CCMSE: Check Point Managed Security Expert
- CCSM: Check Point Certified Security Master
All Check Point exams are administered by Pearson VUE. Exams are 90 minutes in length and cost between $150 and $350, depending on the exam. All candidates need to set up a VUE Test Center account and Check Point User Center account to access exams. Training is not required but does come highly recommended as exams draw heavily from course materials along with real-world scenarios.
Q: What is the format of the exams?
The exams are composed of multiple choice and scenario questions. All questions are "Select the BEST answer" type questions. There are no multiple response answers.
Check Point recognizes those professionals who have passed a rigorous, thorough examination process with a "Certification". Certifications are based on proctored exams derived from comprehensive job models and detailed instructional objectives.
Accreditations are derived from product specific content exams delivered in a less formal examination setting and recognize an individual's effort to stay current on the latest products.
Our Current certifications are based on R77.30 and the R80.10.
Certification, like security, must be kept current to be truly effective - which is why we strongly encourage you to constantly refresh and keep your certification current. Certifications expire after 24 months.
Check Point professional certification exams are proctored through Pearson VUE, a third party testing vendor with over 3.500 locations worldwide. You can register for any Check Point exam and earn your certification by visiting their Website and creating a Web Profile. Additionally, our exams are now available via Pearson VUE Online Proctoring, where exams are delivered by a live proctor to your workstation. To learn more or register, visit pearsonvue website.
No, it is possible to take an exam with only your own experience or self-study using the Check Point courseware, but we highly recommend taking a class instead. Instructor-led training accelerates and focuses your learning, gives you hands-on experience and an opportunity to make mistakes in the lab, and is much more cost-effective than self-study in your spare time.
Q: Why is my Check Point Professional ID Number important?
It represents your personal identification with Check Point Software Technologies and establishes proof of your certification. You are only allowed one Certified Professional ID number.
Q: How do I get my Check Point Professional ID Number?
It is assigned to you when you register with VUE for the first time to take an exam. It will be in the form CP00000nnnnn.
Q: When do I use my Check Point Professional ID Number?
Whenever you contact VUE to register for another exam session, and whenever you contact Check Point regarding any
certification issue.
Q: I just passed my exams. When can I expect to receive my certificate?
Check Point provides e-Certificates that you can access from your User Center profile. Once we receive your exam results we'll update your User Center account with your new credentials, giving you immediate access to your online benefits like Access to SecureKnowledge and your on-line Certification Profile.
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