NSE6_WCS-7.0

The Fortinet NSE6_WCS-7.0 exam, focusing on FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer, covers these main points:

I. FortiManager:

• Configuration Management: Understanding how to manage and deploy FortiGate configurations using FortiManager, including:

  • Policy Management: Creating, deploying, and managing security policies, including routing, firewall, VPN, and application control policies.
  • Device Management: Adding, removing, and managing FortiGate devices within FortiManager. This includes firmware upgrades, health monitoring, and troubleshooting.
  • Template Management: Using templates for consistent and efficient configuration across multiple FortiGates.
  • ADOM (Administrative Domain): Understanding the hierarchical structure of ADOMs and their role in managing multiple security fabrics.
  • Automation: Leveraging FortiManager's automation capabilities through scripting and APIs.

• Reporting and Monitoring: Understanding the monitoring capabilities of FortiManager to track the health and performance of managed FortiGate devices. This includes:

  • Real-time Monitoring: Viewing real-time status and alerts.
  • Event Logging: Analyzing logs for troubleshooting and security analysis.

II. FortiAnalyzer:

• Log Collection and Analysis: Understanding how FortiAnalyzer collects, correlates, and analyzes logs from FortiGate devices and other security appliances. This includes:

  • Log Correlation: Identifying security events and trends by correlating logs from multiple sources.
  • Reporting: Generating reports on security events, threats, and network performance.
  • Log Search and Filtering: Efficiently searching and filtering logs based on various criteria.
  • Dashboarding: Customizing dashboards to monitor key security metrics.

• Security Event Management (SEM): Understanding the SEM features of FortiAnalyzer, including threat detection, incident response, and compliance reporting.

III. Overall Concepts:

• Security Fabric Integration: Understanding how FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer integrate with the broader Fortinet Security Fabric architecture to provide comprehensive security management.
• Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving common configuration and operational issues within FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer.
• Best Practices: Implementing best practices for managing and securing FortiGate devices using FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer.

The exam heavily emphasizes practical, hands-on knowledge. You will need to be comfortable navigating the FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer interfaces and performing various configuration and troubleshooting tasks. Exam questions will likely involve scenarios requiring you to apply your knowledge to solve real-world problems. Focus on understanding the workflows and the "why" behind the configurations, not just the "how."