FCSS – Secure Networking — Fortinet Certified Solution Specialist – Secure Networking
Fortinet's specialist-level network security certification covering advanced FortiGate configuration, enterprise firewall design, and SD-WAN implementation. Part of the post-October 2025 certification hierarchy above FCP. Not DoD 8140 approved. Targets senior network security engineers designing and implementing complex Fortinet security architectures across enterprise and multi-site environments. The FCSS tier was renamed and restructured from the legacy NSE 6/7 exams.
| Issuer | Fortinet |
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| Level | expert |
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| Domains | Network Security |
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| Practical weight | 25% |
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| Cost (USD) | 300 |
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| Renewal | 2 years |
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| Skills | advanced_fortigate_configuration, enterprise_firewall_design, advanced_vpn_design_fortinet, fortinet_sd_wan, security_fabric_advanced, multi_site_security_design |
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