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07-29-2025 05:53 AM
Good morning, everyone
I was planning to take the PCNSA certification, but I surprised when I noticed that this certification was retired in January 2025.
My question is: What is the new certification that replace PCNSA and what is the study guide or book that I must buy to pass this new certification
Thank you, Carlos.
07-30-2025 02:45 PM
https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/certification-articles/what-is-replacing-the-pcnse/ta-p/1227937
The four different specialists really focus on different areas and I would say that the collection of Network Security Analyst and Next-Generation Firewall Engineer collectively would have given you enough to pass the old PCNSE certification.
08-04-2025 01:07 AM
Hi @cmramosfors ,
Here's a recent blog I created that explains the changes in PANW certifications and how to prepare:
https://live.paloaltonetworks.com/t5/community-blogs/embracing-your-role-palo-alto-networks-certific...
Hope this helps !
Kim.
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