Tuesday, November 27, 2018

Junos Security Certification Track - Exams Details


The Juniper Networks Certification Program (JNCP) Junos Security certification track is a program that allows participants to demonstrate competence with Juniper Networks technology. Successful candidates demonstrate thorough understanding of security technology in general and Junos software for SRX Series devices.

Exam Details

JNCIS-SEC exam topics are based on the content of the recommended instructor-led training courses, as well as the additional resources.


  1. Exam code: JN0-102
  2. Written exam
  3. Administered by Pearson VUE
  4. Exam length: 90 minutes
  5. Exam type: 65 multiple-choice questions
  6. Pass/fail status is available immediately
  7. Junos Software Release: 15.1

Exam Objectives


This list provides a general view of the skill set required to successfully complete the specified certification exam.

Identify concepts, general features, and functionality of Junos OS security

  • Junos security architecture
  • Branch vs. high-end platforms
  • Major hardware components of SRX Series services gateways
  • Packet flow
  • Packet-based vs. session-based forwarding


Identify the concepts, benefits, or operation of zones

  • Zone types
  • Dependencies
  • Host inbound packet behavior
  • Screens
  • Transit packet behavior
Demonstrate knowledge of how to configure, monitor, or troubleshoot zones

  • Zone configuration steps
  • Hierarchy priority (Inheritance)
  • Screens
  • Monitoring and troubleshooting