Certifications From Check Point Software Technologies Ltd

Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA)
Skill Level: Basic       Status: Active
For individuals who maintain day-to-day operation of Check Point security solutions and ensure secure access to information across the network. Proficiencies include creating and installing security policies, using logging and reporting features, and managing anti-spoofing, Network Address Translation (NAT), and OPSEC applications.

Check Point Certified Security Principles Associate (CCSPA)
Skill Level: Basic       Status: Active
For individuals who have basic knowledge of security issues, risk management, business recovery strategies, the nature of intrusions and attacks and the fundamentals of cryptography. CCSPAs are responsible for implementing and enforcing an organization's security policies, recognizing network security threats, and recommending security solutions to meet business needs.

Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
Skill Level: Intermediate       Status: Active
For network and security administrators who have in-depth skills and expertise in managing and supporting Check Point products. Proficiencies include configuring and managing VPN-1/FireWall-1 as an Internet security solution and virtual private network (VPN), using encryption technologies to implement site-to-site and remote access VPNs, and configuring content security by enabling Java blocking and anti-virus checking.

Check Point Certified Managed Security Expert (CCMSE)
Skill Level: Advanced       Status: Active
For individuals who implement Check Point's Internet security solutions including VPN-1/FireWall-1 and Provider-1 in a Network Operating Center Environment. This is the premier Check Point certification. There are two tracks to choose from: CCMSE NGX and CCMSE NG with AI.

Check Point Certified Managed Security Expert Plus (CCMSE Plus)
Skill Level: Advanced       Status: Active
For security professionals who implement Check Point's VSX security solution, managed by Provider-1 NG, this certification demonstrates expertise in deploying VSX as an enterprise security solution.

Check Point Certified Master Architect (CCMA)
Skill Level: Advanced       Status: Active
For Check Point experts capable of designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting complex end-to-end Check Point security architectures, including perimeter, internal, Web and end-point security solutions. The Check Point Certified Master Architect (CCMA) certification is Check Point's highest level of professional certification.

Check Point Certified Security Expert Plus (CCSE Plus)
Skill Level: Advanced       Status: Active
For individuals who have in-depth technical expertise with Check Point VPN-1 NGX and FireWall-1. Professionals with this certification demonstrate extensive knowledge of VPN-1 NGX, network planning, route-based VPN, implementing complex configurations of Check Point Internet security solutions and troubleshooting procedures.

Check Point Certified Specialist (CPCS)
Skill Level: Advanced       Status: Active
For security professionals who want to focus on specific Check Point technologies or products, and achieve recognition as a certified Check Point expert by demonstrating in-depth knowledge and proficiency.
There are several CPCS paths to choose from.