SPLUNK-CYBERSECURITY-DEFENSE-ANALYST: Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst
Master the Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst exam (SPLK-5001) — SOC operations and analyst tiers, MITRE ATT&CK and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, threat and attack types, cyber defenses and data sources, the Common Information Model (CIM), Splunk Enterprise Security notable events, Risk-Based Alerting (RBA) and risk objects, adaptive response, SPL for security investigations, and hypothesis-driven threat hunting.
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Official Exam Details
| Duration | 75 minutes |
| Questions | 66 |
| Passing Score | 700 / 1000 |
| Exam Cost | $130 USD |
| Testing Provider | Splunk (Pearson VUE) |
| Prerequisites | None required (Splunk Core Power User level and Splunk Enterprise Security familiarity recommended) |
| Question Types | Multiple choice, Multiple response |
Domain Breakdown
| Domain | Questions |
|---|---|
| The Cyber Landscape, Frameworks, and Standards | 25 |
| Threat and Attack Types, Motivations, and Tactics | 50 |
| Defenses, Data Sources, and SIEM Best Practices | 50 |
| Investigation, Event Handling, Correlation, and Risk | 50 |
| SPL (Search Processing Language) and Efficient Searching | 50 |
| Threat Hunting and Remediation | 25 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the passing score for the Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst exam?
The passing score for Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst (SPLUNK-CYBERSECURITY-DEFENSE-ANALYST) is 700 / 1000. Our practice exams use an 80% threshold to help you build confidence before the real test.
How long is the Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst exam?
The official Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst exam is 75 minutes long. You can simulate this time pressure using our Exam Mode, which includes a countdown timer and auto-submit.
How much does the Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst exam cost?
The Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst certification exam costs $130 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 Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst exam?
The official Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst exam has 66 questions. Our practice bank includes 250 exam-style questions with detailed explanations covering all 6 domains.
What are the prerequisites for Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst?
Prerequisites for Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst: None required (Splunk Core Power User level and Splunk Enterprise Security familiarity recommended). Our study materials are designed for all levels, with detailed explanations that build understanding from scratch.
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