Exam Overview

The 156-406 exam is associated with Check Point Certified PenTesting Expert - Cloud Security (CCPE-C). The exam code is listed in current official Check Point or Pearson VUE certification information.

• Exam Code: 156-406
• 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 156-406 exam measures the objectives in the official CCPE-C 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-C 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-C exam fee or another eligible voucher unless the purchase terms explicitly include a retake.

Certification Validity and Renewal Options

Passing the 156-406 exam earns the certification or accreditation associated with Check Point Certified PenTesting Expert - Cloud Security (CCPE-C), 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: An Infinity Specialist Accreditation can be retaken up to six months before expiration and becomes a new two-year accreditation. The accreditation itself is not extended.

Exam Fee

• Base CCPE-C 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-C certification cost.
• Taxes: VAT, GST, or other local taxes may change the final CCPE-C certification cost. The official Pearson VUE checkout displays the applicable amount.
• Example (India): Review the INR amount and applicable GST shown during CCPE-C exam registration; do not assume that a converted U.S. price is the final regional charge.

Prerequisites

Formal Prerequisites: Cloud architecture, networking, Linux, and penetration-testing experience is recommended. Mandatory prerequisites are not officially disclosed by the certification provider.

• Recommended Experience: Practical work aligned with cloud attack-surface discovery, identity and access exploitation, and the technologies in the official course data sheet.
• Preparation should combine the official CCPE-C 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. The exam code is listed in current official Check Point or Pearson VUE certification information.

Exam Topics

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

• Cloud attack-surface discovery – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with cloud attack-surface discovery in the official course data sheet.
• Identity and access exploitation – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with identity and access exploitation in the official course data sheet.
• Cloud storage and data exposure – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with cloud storage and data exposure in the official course data sheet.
• Workload, container, and serverless testing – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with workload, container, and serverless testing in the official course data sheet.
• Cloud network and control-plane attacks – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with cloud network and control-plane attacks in the official course data sheet.
• Cloud evidence, response, and remediation – Official weighting not disclosed: Review the configuration, operation, analysis, and troubleshooting objectives associated with cloud evidence, response, and remediation in the official course data sheet.

Intended Audience

The 156-406 exam is intended for professionals whose work or goals align with its current product and security objectives, including:

• Cloud Security Engineers
• Cloud Architects
• Security Consultants
• Network Security Engineers
• DevSecOps Engineers
• Cloud Operations Specialists
• Check Point Professionals

Career Opportunities

Knowledge represented by the 156-406 exam supports development toward roles such as:

• Cloud Security Engineer
• Cloud Security Architect
• CloudGuard Consultant
• DevSecOps Engineer
• Network Security Engineer
• Cloud Security Specialist

Average Salary (Approximate)

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

• United States: Approximately USD 110,000–185,000 per year for cloud security engineers and architects (Glassdoor and Indeed, July 2026).
• India: Approximately INR 900,000–2,500,000 per year for cloud security engineers and architects (Glassdoor and Indeed, July 2026).
• United Kingdom: Approximately GBP 58,000–100,000 per year for cloud security engineers and architects (Glassdoor and Indeed, July 2026).
• UAE: Approximately AED 180,000–360,000 per year for cloud security engineers and architects (Glassdoor and Indeed, July 2026).

Exam Delivery Options

During CCPE-C 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-C 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 156-406 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-C 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 156-406 exam, retain the score report and allow the result to be associated with the Check Point User Center profile.

• Passing the 156-406 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 156-406 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