PCNSA Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator
Length
5 days
Price
$2499
Cities
Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth
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Why Choose This Course
The PCNSA Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator course empowers IT and security professionals with essential skills to deploy, configure, manage, and monitor Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs). It covers critical domains such as device configuration and management, security and NAT policies, App-ID, Content-ID, User-ID, URL filtering, VPN setup, and monitoring/reporting. Participants gain hands-on experience through lab-based exercises, applying real-world policies and firewall objects to secure network environments effectively.
In the current cybersecurity landscape, NGFWs play a vital role in safeguarding critical infrastructure and enterprise networks. This course provides the practical knowledge necessary to implement firewall solutions that adapt to modern threat vectors. Professionals who complete this training will have the capability to design and deploy scalable, policy-driven security frameworks that support regulatory compliance and organisational resilience against evolving cyber threats.
For learners, gaining the PCNSA credential enhances career progression by validating firewall administration capabilities, a core skill set in security and networking domains. It prepares you for roles such as network security administrator, firewall engineer, or security analyst, and serves as a solid foundation for advanced Palo Alto certifications. With a growing demand for skilled NGFW administrators, this course offers career momentum in Australia’s competitive security job market.
The PCNSA Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator certification training course is available in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, and Canberra, in-house and live virtual online.
Prerequisites
- There are no formal prerequisites, but basic networking and security knowledge is recommended.
Exam
There is no certification exam associated with this training course.
Books
- PCNSA certification training course material
Delivery
- Instructor-led Classroom Training at our premises
- Live Virtual Online Training attend in real-time from anywhere
- In-House Training at your premises (4+ participants)
Skills Gained
- Configure and manage NGFW interfaces, zones, and dynamic updates
- Create and manage objects and object groups (IP, service, external lists)
- Define and optimize security, NAT, App-ID, Content-ID, User-ID, and URL filtering policies
- Configure VPNs (GlobalProtect, site-to-site) and DNS Security profiles
- Monitor, log, and report network activity for security and performance insights
- Apply best practices for firewall deployment, high availability, and configuration backups
Audience
- Network and security administrators deploying Palo Alto NGFWs
- Firewall engineers and security analysts
- IT professionals responsible for secure network architectures
- Engineers preparing for advanced Palo Alto certifications
Objectives
- Configure and manage Palo Alto Networks NGFW interfaces and zones
- Implement security and NAT policies for network protection
- Apply App-ID, Content-ID, and User-ID for granular control
- Configure VPNs and DNS Security profiles for secure connectivity
- Monitor, log, and report network activity for threat analysis
- Apply best practices for firewall deployment and high availability
Outline
- Identify the components of the Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Portfolio
- Identify the components and operation of Single-Pass Parallel Processing architecture
- Given a network design scenario, apply the Zero Trust security model and describe how it relates to traffic moving through your network
- Identify stages in the cyberattack lifecycle and firewall mitigations that can prevent attacks
- Identify and configure firewall management interfaces
- Identify how to manage firewall configurations
- Identify and schedule dynamic updates
- Configure internal and external services for account administration
- Given a network diagram, create the appropriate security zones
- Identify and configure firewall interfaces
- Given a scenario, identify steps to create and configure a virtual
- Identify the purpose of specific security rule types
- Identify and configure Security policy match conditions, actions, and logging options
- Given a scenario, identify and implement the proper NAT solution
- Given a scenario, select the appropriate application-based Security policy rules
- Given a scenario, configure application filters or application groups
- Identify the purpose of application characteristics as defined in the App-ID database
- Identify the potential impact of App-ID updates to existing Security policy rules
- Identify the tools to optimize Security policies
- Identify features used to streamline App-ID policy creation
- Given a risk scenario, identify and apply the appropriate Security Profile
- Identify the difference between Security policy actions and Security Profile actions
- Given a network scenario, identify how to customize Security Profiles
- Identify the firewall’s protection against packet- and protocol-based attacks
- Identify how the firewall can use the cloud DNS Security to control traffic based on domains
- Identify how the firewall can use the PAN-DB database to control traffic based on websites
- Identify how to control access to specific URLs using custom URL filtering categories
- Given a scenario, identify an appropriate method to map IP addresses to usernames
- Given a scenario, identify the appropriate User-ID agent to deploy
- Identify how the firewall maps usernames to user groups
- Given a graphic, identify User-ID configuration options
- Identify the benefits and differences between the Heatmap and the BPA reports
Price
| Category | Full-Time (Weekdays) | Part-Time (Weeknights) | Part-Time (Weekends) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Days | Monday to Wednesday | Mondays and Tuesdays | Saturdays only |
| Time | 9:30 am to 5:00 pm | 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | 10:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Duration | 5 days | 5 weeks | 5 weeks |
| Price | $2499 | $2499 | $2499 |
Terms & Conditions
The supply of this course is governed by our terms and conditions. Please read them carefully before enrolling, as enrolment is conditional on acceptance of these terms and conditions. Proposed course dates are given,
course runs subject to availability and minimum registrations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
What is the PCNSA certification?
PCNSA validates your ability to configure, manage, and monitor Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls to secure enterprise networks.
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
There are no formal prerequisites, but basic networking and security knowledge is recommended.
Who should take this course?
Ideal for network administrators, security engineers, and IT professionals responsible for firewall deployment and management.
How is the course delivered?
Training is available in-person at major Australian cities, live virtual online, and in-house at client premises.
Our Partnership
In today’s fast-changing digital world, cybersecurity is more than a necessity—it’s a cornerstone of business and personal safety. Partnering with the National CyberWatch Center allows us to deliver training aligned with global best practices, helping professionals stay ahead of emerging threats and security challenges.
$115,000
Average annual salary for PCNSA-certified professionals in Australia (higher than many network security roles)
67%
Employers prefer or require PCNSA certification for firewall and network security positions
8.9%
Year-on-year growth in job opportunities for network security administrators and engineers
20,000+
Active PCNSA certification holders worldwide
2,500+
Australian organisations recognise or employ staff with PCNSA or equivalent Palo Alto credentials
96%
Student satisfaction rate from Logitrain’s PCNSA training programs
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