PALOALTO-XSOAR-ENGINEER: Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer)
Master the Palo Alto Networks XSOAR Engineer exam — build and maintain Cortex XSOAR: plan authentication/authorization and RBAC, deploy and load-balance engines, run a dev/prod content lifecycle, manage Marketplace packs and integration instances, engineer the incident lifecycle (classifiers, mappers, incident types, fields, layouts, SLAs, pre/post-processing), DEVELOP playbooks and automation scripts (task inputs/outputs, context data manipulation, task types, sub-playbooks and loops, filters and transformers, the playbook debugger, built-ins/commands/scripts, jobs), operate incidents (states/actions, War Room, relationships, dashboards and reports), and engineer Threat Intelligence Management (indicators, enrichment, source reliability, sharing, and exclusion lists).
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Official Exam Details
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Questions | 50 |
| Passing Score | 860 on a scale of 300-1000 |
| Exam Cost | $250 USD |
| Testing Provider | Pearson VUE |
| Validity | 2 years |
| Prerequisites | None required to sit the exam; recommended for security automation engineers, SOAR content developers, and SOC engineers who build and maintain Cortex XSOAR. Recommended training: Cortex XSOAR - Engineering Security Automation Solutions, plus the XSOAR digital learning path. |
| Question Types | Multiple choice |
Domain Breakdown
| Domain | Questions |
|---|---|
| Planning, Installation, and Maintenance | 35 |
| Use Case Planning and Development | 55 |
| Playbook Development | 75 |
| Incident Interactions and Reporting | 40 |
| Threat Intelligence Management | 45 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the passing score for the Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) exam?
The passing score for Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) (PALOALTO-XSOAR-ENGINEER) is 860 on a scale of 300-1000. Our practice exams use an 80% threshold to help you build confidence before the real test.
How long is the Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) exam?
The official Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) exam is 90 minutes long. You can simulate this time pressure using our Exam Mode, which includes a countdown timer and auto-submit.
How much does the Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) exam cost?
The Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) certification exam costs $250 USD. You can prepare with our 250-question practice exam for just $9 (1 year access) — a fraction of the real exam fee.
How many questions are on the Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) exam?
The official Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) exam has 50 questions. Our practice bank includes 250 exam-style questions with detailed explanations covering all 5 domains.
What are the prerequisites for Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer)?
Prerequisites for Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer): None required to sit the exam; recommended for security automation engineers, SOAR content developers, and SOC engineers who build and maintain Cortex XSOAR. Recommended training: Cortex XSOAR - Engineering Security Automation Solutions, plus the XSOAR digital learning path.. Our study materials are designed for all levels, with detailed explanations that build understanding from scratch.
How long is the Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) certification valid?
The Palo Alto Networks Certified XSOAR Engineer (XSOAR-Engineer) certification is valid for: 2 years. Plan your recertification early and use our practice exams to stay sharp.
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Yes — our 250-question practice exam includes three study modes (Study, Exam Simulation, and Flashcards with spaced repetition), detailed explanations for every answer, adaptive question selection, and progress tracking across all 5 domains. 20 practice questions are free with no account needed. Full access is $9 for 1 year.
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