CCNP Security (300-720 SESA) FAQs
What is 300-720 SESA exam?
300-720 SESA exam tests a candidate’s knowledge of Cisco Email Security Appliance, including administration, spam control and anti-spam, message filters, data loss prevention, LDAP, email authentication and encryption, and system quarantines and delivery methods. This exam will provide you with the with the knowledge and skills to implement, troubleshoot, and administer Cisco Email Security Appliance, including key capabilities such as advanced malware protection, spam blocking, anti-virus protection, outbreak filtering, encryption, quarantines, and data loss prevention.
How to schedule the exam?
- Log into your account at Pearson VUE.
- Select Proctored Exams and enter the exam number, 300-720.
- Follow the prompts to register.
For how long is the license valid after purchase?
Once purchased, the practice exams can be access for the lifetime.
What is the scoring format for Cisco?
Passing scores are set by using statistical analysis and are subject to change. Candidates receive a score report along with a score breakout by exam section and the passing score for the given exam. Cisco does not publish exam passing scores because exam questions and passing scores are subject to change without notice. Visit the official site for more information.
What is the Cisco exam validity?
In Cisco the associate and professional level exams are valid for 3 years and the specialist exam are valid for 2 years.
Where we can register for the exam?
You can register for the exam at Pearson VUE.
What is the exam retake policy?
Candidates who fail an Associate, Professional, or Specialist exam must wait a period of five calendar days, beginning the day after the failed attempt, before they may retest for the same exam. Once passed, a candidate must wait a minimum of 180 days before taking the same exam with an identical exam number.
What is the course structure of the 300-720 exam?
The important topics in the exam include:
- Cisco Email Security Appliance Administration (15%)
- Spam Control with Talos SenderBase and Antispam (15%)
- Content and Message filters (20%)
- LDAP and SMTP Sessions (15%)
- Email Authentication and Encryption (20%)
- System Quarantines and Delivery Methods (15%)
What is CCNP Security certification?
CCNP Security certification program is designed specifically to the job role of the Cisco Network Security Engineer responsible for Security in Routers, Switches, Networking devices and appliances, as well as choosing, deploying, supporting and troubleshooting Firewalls, VPNS, and IDS/IPS solutions for their networking environments.
Which technology is used in the 300-720 SESA exam?
This exam is using Security technology.
300-720 SESA exam is associated with which certification?
300-720 SESA is associated with the CCNP Security, and Cisco Certified Specialist – Email Content Security certifications.
Who are the intended audience for the exam?
The course is appropriate for • Network security engineers • ISE administrators • Wireless network security engineers • Cisco integrators and partners
What is the cost of the exam?
The exam will cost you $300 USD.
What is the time duration for the 300-720 exam?
For this exam you will get 90 minutes to complete the exam.
In how many languages we can give the 300-720 exam?
You can give the exam in English and Japanese language.
What are the technical requirements of the exam?
For this exam you must have technical competencies in one or more of the following,
- Cisco certification (Cisco CCENT® certification or higher)
- Relevant industry certification, such as (ISC)2, CompTIA Security+, EC-Council, Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), and ISACA
- Cisco Networking Academy letter of completion (CCNA® 1 and CCNA 2)
- Windows expertise: Microsoft [Microsoft Specialist, Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)], CompTIA (A+, Network+, Server+)
What is the knowledge and skills requirement for the exam?
The knowledge and skills you should have for this exam: • TCP/IP services, including Domain Name System (DNS), Secure Shell (SSH), FTP, Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), HTTP, and HTTPS • Experience with IP routing
