The FCSS_SASE_AD-24 is one of the core exams required to earn the FCSS in Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) certification, which is designed for network and security professionals who are involved in the design, deployment, administration, and troubleshooting of Fortinet SASE solutions.
Time Allowed: 60 minutes
Number of Questions: 30 Multiple-Choice
Scoring: Pass/Fail (Score report available via Pearson VUE)
Languages Available: English, Japanese
Product Versions Tested: FortiSASE 24, FortiOS 7.4, FortiAuthenticator 6.5, FortiClient 7.0 and later
To take Fortinet FCSS_SASE_AD-24 exam, candidates are expected to demonstrate strong applied knowledge across several areas of FortiSASE solution design and operation.
1. SASE Architecture and Components
Identify and explain key FortiSASE components (e.g., FortiSASE PoPs, FortiClient, FortiAuthenticator).
Integrate FortiSASE into hybrid network environments.
Understand common FortiSASE deployment scenarios (e.g., remote user access, secure internet access).
2. SASE Deployment
Configure user onboarding using multiple methods: manual, authentication portal, and integration with identity providers.
Customize administration settings for access and policies.
Apply security posture checks and compliance rules based on endpoint health.
3. SIA (Secure Internet Access), SSA (Secure SaaS Access), and SPA (Secure Private Access)
Design and implement security profiles for traffic inspection (e.g., antivirus, web filtering, DNS filtering).
Deploy SD-WAN capabilities using FortiSASE for traffic steering and optimization.
Enable ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access) through FortiSASE for secure application access.
4. Analytics and Monitoring
Analyze FortiSASE logs for threat identification.
Set up customized dashboards and log settings to monitor SASE environments.
Generate and interpret reports to evaluate user activity and potential threats.
The FCSS – FortiSASE 24 Administrator FCSS_SASE_AD-24 exam is ideal for: