Exam Overview

The 156-405 exam is associated with Check Point Certified PenTesting Expert - AppSec for Developers (CCPE-A). Check Point's March 2026 certification FAQ does not list this exam among the current HackingPoint exams. Confirm live scheduling availability in the official Pearson VUE catalog before purchasing training or a voucher.

• Exam Code: 156-405
• Level: Expert
• Duration: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider in the public certification materials.
• Passing Score: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.
• Unscored Content: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.

Exam Structure

The 156-405 exam measures the objectives in the official CCPE-A syllabus. Number of Questions: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.

• Question Types: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.
• Number of Questions: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.
• Hands-On Questions: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider.

Exam Policies

Before completing CCPE-A exam registration, review Check Point's candidate rules, Pearson VUE identification requirements, appointment policies, online-testing requirements, and the confirmation email.

• Rescheduling Policy: Reschedule at least five days (120 hours) before the appointment for a full refund. Rescheduling within five days but more than 24 hours before the appointment incurs a USD 50 service fee. Changes are not permitted within 24 hours.
• Cancellation Policy: Manage cancellation through Pearson VUE within the deadlines and terms shown for the appointment. A late cancellation or missed appointment can forfeit the exam payment or voucher.
• Retake Policy: After the first failure, wait 24 hours before a second attempt. After the second failure, wait 30 days before the third and every subsequent attempt.
• Retake Fee: Each retake requires payment of the current CCPE-A exam fee or another eligible voucher unless the purchase terms explicitly include a retake.

Certification Validity and Renewal Options

Passing the 156-405 exam earns the certification or accreditation associated with Check Point Certified PenTesting Expert - AppSec for Developers (CCPE-A), subject to the current Check Point program rules and any stated prerequisite.

• Validity: Check Point certifications and accreditations are valid for two years (24 months) from the exam date.
• Renewal Options: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider for this exam in the current public certification catalog.

Exam Fee

• Base CCPE-A exam fee: Not officially disclosed by the certification provider. Confirm the current regional amount during official Pearson VUE registration. This is the main component of the CCPE-A certification cost.
• Taxes: VAT, GST, or other local taxes may change the final CCPE-A certification cost. The official Pearson VUE checkout displays the applicable amount.
• Example (India): Review the INR amount and applicable GST shown during CCPE-A exam registration; do not assume that a converted U.S. price is the final regional charge.

Prerequisites

Formal Prerequisites: Software-development and application-security knowledge is recommended. Current prerequisite information is not officially disclosed by the certification provider.

• Recommended Experience: Practical work aligned with secure software-development lifecycle, application threat modeling, and the technologies in the official course data sheet.
• Preparation should combine the official CCPE-A syllabus, Check Point documentation and SecureKnowledge resources, authorized training, and appropriate hands-on practice.
• Verify the exact exam code, product version, and live availability before studying or buying a voucher. Check Point's March 2026 certification FAQ does not list this exam among the current HackingPoint exams. Confirm live scheduling availability in the official Pearson VUE catalog before purchasing training or a voucher.

Exam Topics

The official CCPE-A syllabus focuses preparation on these course and assessment areas:

• Secure software-development lifecycle – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with secure software-development lifecycle in the official course data sheet.
• Application threat modeling – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with application threat modeling in the official course data sheet.
• OWASP risks and secure coding – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with owasp risks and secure coding in the official course data sheet.
• Authentication, authorization, and cryptography – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with authentication, authorization, and cryptography in the official course data sheet.
• Static, dynamic, and dependency testing – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with static, dynamic, and dependency testing in the official course data sheet.
• Vulnerability remediation and verification – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with vulnerability remediation and verification in the official course data sheet.

Intended Audience

The 156-405 exam is intended for professionals whose work or goals align with its current product and security objectives, including:

• Penetration Testers
• Red-Team Professionals
• Security Consultants
• Vulnerability Analysts
• Application Security Engineers
• Offensive-Security Practitioners
• Cybersecurity Professionals

Career Opportunities

Knowledge represented by the 156-405 exam supports development toward roles such as:

• Penetration Tester
• Red-Team Operator
• Offensive-Security Consultant
• Application Security Engineer
• Vulnerability Researcher
• Security Assessment Specialist

Average Salary (Approximate)

Check Point does not publish salary ranges for CCPE-A holders. These reputable employment-market estimates use closely related roles. Salaries vary by experience, employer, location, job role, and industry.

• United States: Approximately USD 100,000–165,000 per year for penetration testers and offensive-security consultants (Glassdoor and Indeed, July 2026).
• India: Approximately INR 700,000–2,000,000 per year for penetration testers and offensive-security consultants (Glassdoor and Indeed, July 2026).
• United Kingdom: Approximately GBP 48,000–88,000 per year for penetration testers and offensive-security consultants (Glassdoor and Indeed, July 2026).
• UAE: Approximately AED 140,000–310,000 per year for penetration testers and offensive-security consultants (Glassdoor and Indeed, July 2026).

Exam Delivery Options

During CCPE-A exam registration, choose an available Pearson VUE Authorized Testing Center or OnVUE online-proctored appointment when the option is offered for the exam and location.

• Pearson VUE Test Center – Take the exam in person at an authorized center with controlled equipment and on-site admission procedures.
• OnVUE Online Testing – Take the exam remotely on a compatible webcam-enabled computer when online delivery is available.
• Online Exam Rules: Run the system test, use a private and quiet testing area, present accepted identification, remove prohibited materials, and follow the proctor's instructions.
• Test Center Rules: Arrive as directed, present accepted identification, store prohibited items, complete admission procedures, and follow the candidate and center rules.

Exam Registration

Follow these steps to complete CCPE-A exam registration:

• Visit the official Pearson VUE Check Point portal and sign in or create the testing account linked to the same email address as the Check Point User Center profile.
• Search for the 156-405 exam and confirm that the title, code, product version, and delivery options match the intended credential.
• Choose the location, delivery method, date, and time, then verify the legal name, identification rules, accommodation status, and appointment policies.
• Pay the displayed CCPE-A exam fee or apply an eligible voucher on the Payment and Billing page, confirm the booking, and retain the confirmation email.

After Passing the Exam

After passing the 156-405 exam, retain the score report and allow the result to be associated with the Check Point User Center profile.

• Passing the 156-405 exam earns the applicable Check Point certification or accreditation when every current program requirement has been satisfied.
• Use the Check Point User Center to review certification status and expiration information and to download the official electronic certificate.
• If the credential is missing after three days, contact Check Point Account Services and provide the appointment details. Keep account recovery and contact information current.

Why the 156-405 exam Is Worth It

• Aligns preparation with official Check Point course objectives
• Demonstrates focused, vendor-specific cybersecurity knowledge
• Supports practical administration, engineering, or testing capability
• Creates a verifiable foundation for specialization and career development