Fortinet NSE 2 in Cybersecurity
The NSE 2 in Cybersecurity certification validates that you have mastered the technical skills and knowledge that are required to identify and describe the core features of Next Generation Firewalls.
Target Audience
We recommend this certification to entry-level cybersecurity professionals and everyone who would like to pursue a career in cybersecurity. We also recommend this certification for professionals who need a high-level understanding of the most common cybersecurity concepts.
Program Requirements
To achieve this certification, you must pass the NSE 2 – Introduction to the Next Generation Firewall online exam presented at the end of the course. The awarded certification will be active for 2 years from the date the course is completed.
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| Certification | Exam | Instructor Led training |
![]() | NSE 2 Exam | Introduction to the Next Generation Firewall |
We recommend taking the associated NSE courses to prepare for the certification exam.
Digital Badges
You will receive digital badges in the following circumstances:
- Exam badge: You receive an exam badge each time you pass any version of an exam.
- Certification badge: You receive a certification badge once you achieve the requirements for the NSE 2 in Cybersecurity certification.
For more information, see the following knowledge base article in the Fortinet Training Institute Helpdesk..
Recertification
To renew your NSE 2 in Cybersecurity certification, complete one of the following:
- If your NSE 2 certification has expired, you must complete the Introduction to the Next Generation Firewall course and pass the NSE 2 online exam.
- If your NSE 2 certification is still active, you can extend the expiration date by 2 years from the date you complete one of the following requirements:
- Complete the NSE 2 – Introduction to the Next Generation Firewall course.
- Achieve or renew any NSE 2 to 7 certification.
- Pass any NSE 8 practical exam.
For more information, see the following knowledge base article in the Fortinet Training Institute Helpdesk.
How to enroll in Fortinet NSE 2 training?
The NSE courses are available on the Fortinet Training Institute library here.
To learn how to create a FortiCloud account and log in to the Fortinet Training Institute, click here.
If you have questions, visit the Fortinet Training Institute Helpdesk page.
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