Fortinet Certified Professional – Secure Networking

Intermediate Level

Demonstrate your expertise in deploying and managing Fortinet’s network security solutions to protect enterprise environments effectively.

The Fortinet Certified Professional – Secure Networking (FCP-SN) certification validates your ability to secure networks and applications by deploying, managing, and monitoring Fortinet network security products. This curriculum will cover the day-to-day tasks related to Fortinet network security devices. Ideal for security and network professionals, this credential ensures you have comprehensive knowledge of advanced network security strategies, firewall policies, VPNs, user authentication, and threat prevention using Fortinet products.

Gain hands-on experience in configuring and managing FortiGate devices to secure your organization’s network infrastructure.

The FortiOS Administrator course offers comprehensive training on the most common FortiGate features. Through interactive labs, participants will learn to:

Configure FortiGate basic networking from factory default settings
Configure and control administrator access to FortiGate
Use the GUI and CLI for administration
View and search for logs on FortiGate and FortiAnalyzer
Monitor firewall users from the FortiGate GUI

This course provides a solid foundation for implementing FortiGate features effectively.

FT-FOS-ADM: FortiOS Administrator

Certification details

Exam Type: Multiple-choice questions

Number of Questions: 50

Duration: 90 minutes

Passing Score: 70%

Languages: English, Japanese, French

Delivery: Pearson VUE Testing Centers or online proctored exams

Validity: 2 years

This exam tests your applied knowledge of FortiGate configuration, operation, and day-to-day administration, and includes operational scenarios, configuration extracts, and troubleshooting captures.

Skills measured:

Implementation of security policies and NAT
Integration with Fortinet Security Fabric
User authentication methods
Network security troubleshooting
VPN setup and management (SSL and IPsec)
Deployment and configuration of FortiGate firewalls
Intrusion prevention and threat management

Who is this for?

Demand for Fortinet-certified network security experts is rising significantly due to evolving cybersecurity threats

In 2025, 42% of organizations in Asia-Pacific cited skills in managing Fortinet security appliances as critical for hybrid cloud protection—especially in finance, telco, and government sectors.

WEF Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025

According to Cisco, 86% of global cybersecurity leaders report a shortage of cybersecurity talent, with network and perimeter defense roles among the hardest to fill.

Cisco Cybersecurity Readiness Index 2025

Certified professionals in network security roles report 22% higher job placement success and 30% faster promotions compared to non-certified peers in Southeast Asia.

Pearson VUE 2025

Global Industry Recognition

Fortinet certifications are respected worldwide by top employers, giving you an edge in the cybersecurity job market.

Enhanced Career Opportunities

Unlock high-demand roles such as Network Security Engineer, Firewall Administrator, and Security Analyst.

Practical Expertise

Gain hands-on skills in FortiGate solutions, significantly enhancing your practical job readiness.

Increased Earnings Potential

Certified professionals often experience substantial salary growth and enhanced career progression.

Why choose Trainocate?

As an Fortinet Premier Authorized Training Center, Trainocate delivers expert-led training tailored for professionals aiming to excel in network security. Our instructors are seasoned industry practitioners, offering immersive, hands-on learning with official Fortinet labs, mock exams, and practical scenarios. With flexible training formats (live virtual, classroom, blended), and personalized mentorship, Trainocate ensures learners are fully prepared to earn Fortinet certifications and advance their cybersecurity careers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the FT-FOS-ADM: FortiOS Administrator cert about?

FT-FOS-ADM teaches you how to configure, manage, and secure networks using FortiGate firewalls and FortiOS.

This course provides hands-on experience with core FortiGate features, including firewall policies, VPNs, SD-WAN, authentication, logging, and advanced security profiles such as IPS, antivirus, and web filtering.

Key learning areas:

– Firewall policies and NAT
– VPN and SD-WAN configuration
– Logging and monitoring
– Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
– High availability (HA) and troubleshooting

Pro Tip: Focus on understanding traffic flow and firewall policies first. These concepts are foundational for all Fortinet security deployments.

2. Who should take the FT-FOS-ADM course?

This course is designed for networking and cybersecurity professionals managing FortiGate firewalls.

It is intended for professionals responsible for configuring, administering, monitoring, and troubleshooting FortiGate devices in enterprise environments.

Best suited for:

– Network administrators
– Security engineers
– SOC analysts
– Firewall administrators
– Infrastructure and cybersecurity teams

Pro Tip: Basic networking knowledge (routing, TCP/IP, VLANs) will significantly improve your learning experience.

3. What skills will I gain from FT-FOS-ADM?

You will gain practical skills to deploy, secure, and troubleshoot FortiGate firewall environments.

The course focuses heavily on hands-on administration and operational security management.

Skills gained:

– Configuring firewall policies and NAT
– Managing VPNs and SD-WAN
– Implementing security profiles
– Monitoring logs and events
– Troubleshooting FortiGate environments

Pro Tip: Spend extra time practicing troubleshooting commands in the CLI. Troubleshooting skills are highly valued in real-world operations.