Exam Format

• Exam Code: ACC-DEF
• Certification Level: Defender (Operational/Intermediate) — validating hands-on operation and support capabilities.
• Exam Duration: Typically 90–120 minutes (exact duration not publicly disclosed by CyberArk).
• Passing Score: Not publicly disclosed by CyberArk.
• Unscored Content: May include pre-trial or beta questions that are not scored.

Exam Details

• Question Types: Multiple-choice and scenario-based questions focused on day-to-day administration and troubleshooting of CyberArk Access Management processes.
• Number of Questions: Typically ranges from ~50–100 questions (exact count varies by exam instance; official total not published).
• Hands-On Questions: Focuses on applied knowledge via scenario-based items rather than live lab exercises.

Exam Policies

• Offline Proctoring: Must follow Pearson VUE or CyberArk testing partner policies for rescheduling and cancellation.
• Online Proctoring: Available where supported; cancellation/rescheduling timelines apply per platform.
• Waiting Period: Standard waiting period applies between retake attempts as per certification rules.
• Retake Fee: Full exam fee applies for each retake.

Certification Validity and Renewal

• Validity: 3 years (typical CyberArk certification validity).
• Renewal Options: Recertify by passing the same or higher-level CyberArk exam or earning continuing education credits (subject to CyberArk policy).

Exam Fee

• Base Fee: Region-specific; charged by Pearson VUE or approved delivery partner at time of booking.
• Taxes: Local VAT/GST will apply where applicable (e.g., India GST on top of base fee).

Prerequisites

• Working knowledge of privileged access management concepts.
• Familiarity with CyberArk Access Management products and daily operational tasks.
• Hands-on experience with access control policies, user onboarding, and access processes.

Exam Topics

• Access Management Concepts: Core principles of privileged access control and secure access enforcement.
• CyberArk Access Architecture: Understanding components and workflows for managing access in a CyberArk environment.
• User and Policy Administration: Creating and managing users, roles, groups, and access policies for secure operations.
• Authentication & Authorization: Techniques for verifying user identity and granting appropriate access levels.
• Monitoring & Reporting: Logging, audit trails, and tools to review access activities and compliance.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Identifying and resolving common issues in access control processes.

(Specific topic weightings are defined in official exam blueprints available to candidates who register through CyberArk education or Pearson VUE.)

Intended Audience

• Identity & Access Management (IAM) Engineers
• Privileged Access Administrators
• Security Operations Practitioners
• PAM Support Specialists

Career Impact

• Privileged Access Administrator
• Access Management Specialist
• Identity Security Analyst
• PAM Operations Engineer

• A recognized credential that demonstrates foundational to intermediate operational expertise in CyberArk’s access security domain, enhancing employability in PAM and IAM roles within enterprise security teams.

Exam Mode

• In-person at authorized Pearson VUE test centers.
• Online via secure proctoring where supported by the delivery partner.

Exam Booking Link

• Pearson VUE CyberArk exam portal.

After passing the exam:

• You will receive a digital badge and certificate confirming your ACC-DEF certification via the CyberArk/Credly platform (upon issuance).

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