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Fortinet NSE 6 - OT Security 7.2 Architect
About the Certification
The NSE 7 – OT Security 7.2 Architect is an advanced professional-level certification from Fortinet focused on Operational Technology (OT) Security. It centers on designing and protecting industrial environments such as SCADA and ICS across energy, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure sectors. The certification aims to qualify candidates to understand OT-specific threats, design integrated security architectures that segment IT and OT environments, secure industrial networks, and monitor and respond to threats using Fortinet solutions. It is suitable for Security Architects and OT Security specialists, and represents an advanced level for professional work in protecting critical industrial and Enterprise environments.
Main Curriculum
The curriculum is divided into nine main sections
- Threat Detection, Monitoring, and Incident Response
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- Threat detection in OT environments
- Monitoring and visibility
- Incident response in industrial environments
- Digital forensics and root cause analysis
- Visibility and Industrial Protocol Protection
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- Industrial protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC, OPC)
- OT traffic inspection
- Anomaly detection
- Protocol-aware security enforcement
- OT Network Architecture and Segmentation Design
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- Purdue Model and Zones / Conduits
- Network segmentation in OT environments
- Secure IT/OT convergence
- Traffic flow and trust boundaries
- OT and Industrial Security Fundamentals
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- Operational Technology (OT) vs Information Technology (IT) concepts
- Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and SCADA systems
- OT threat landscape
- Safety vs security considerations
- Access Control and Zero Trust in OT Environments
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- Secure remote access to OT systems
- Identity-based access control
- Vendor and third-party access
- Zero Trust concepts in OT environments
- Design Validation, Best Practices, and Exam Readiness
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- OT security architecture validation
- Architectural trade-offs
- Best practices for OT security projects
- NSE 6 / OT Security Architect exam preparation
- High Availability, Resiliency, and Safety Integration
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- High availability designs
- Redundancy and automatic failover
- Resiliency and continuity
- Alignment of security requirements with safety requirements
- Compliance, Risk, and Governance in OT
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- OT security standards (IEC 62443 – conceptual overview)
- Risk assessment in OT environments
- Governance and policy frameworks
- Audit and compliance readiness
- Fortinet Architecture for Industrial Security
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- Fortinet Security Fabric for OT environments
- FortiGate in industrial networks
- FortiSwitch and FortiAP in industrial environments
- Secure industrial connectivity
Exam Details
- Exam code: NSE7_OTS-7.2
- Exam duration: 65 minutes
- Number of questions: 35–40 questions
- Question types: Multiple choice
- Language: English
- Passing result: Pass / Fail
- Exam fee: USD 200–250 (may vary by country and may include taxes)
- Certification validity: 2 years
Do I need certifications before it ?
No, not required.
However, a solid understanding of industrial network security (OT/ICS), critical infrastructure concepts, and designing OT Security solutions using Fortinet technologies is recommended.
Which certifications are recommended after this one ?
Not mandatory.
However, for professionals aiming for a strong path in designing and managing OT Security solutions using Fortinet especially in protecting critical infrastructure, securing industrial networks, and implementing industry best practices the NSE 6 – OT Security 7.2 Architect certification is the strongest option.
What are the main uses of the Fortinet NSE 6 – OT Security 7.2 Architect certification ?
- Advanced OT / ICS Security Architecture – Design advanced industrial security solutions protecting SCADA / PLC / DCS systems.
- IEC 62443 & Industrial Security Standards – Deep dive into international standards for industrial and critical infrastructure security.
- IT/OT Convergence Security – Securely integrate traditional IT networks with industrial OT environments.
- Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) – Protect energy, oil & gas, water, and smart manufacturing sectors.
- SOC for OT & Incident Response – Build monitoring and incident response capabilities within industrial environments.
- OT / Industrial Cybersecurity Architect – Progress to senior architectural roles leading industrial cybersecurity strategy.
Architectural Expertise in Operational Technology (OT) Security :
This certification represents an advanced step in securing industrial operational environments. It focuses on designing security architectures that protect industrial systems and critical infrastructure from cyber threats. Earning it validates your architectural expertise and prepares you to work in high-stakes sectors that demand the highest levels of protection using Fortinet solutions.
Who is this certification suitable for ?
- Professionals working in OT or Industrial Control System (ICS) security.
- Network security professionals seeking to specialize in OT Security.
- Individuals interested in securing SCADA and industrial control systems.
- Information Security Engineers or Security Architects working in industrial environments.
- Anyone aiming to specialize in advanced Industrial Cybersecurity.