Candidates for this exam are Developers who work with Finance and Operations
apps in Microsoft Dynamics 365 to implement and extend applications to meet the
requirements of the business. Candidates provide fully realized solutions by
using standardized application coding patterns, extensible features, and
external integrations.
Candidates are responsible for developing business logic by using X++, creating
and modifying Finance and Operations reports and workspaces, customizing user
interfaces, providing endpoints and APIs to support Power Platform apps and
external systems, performing testing, monitoring performance, analyzing and
manipulating data, creating technical designs and implementation details, and
implementing permission policies and security requirements.
Candidates participate in the migration of data and objects from legacy and
external systems, integration of Finance and Operations apps with other systems,
implementation of application lifecycle management process, planning the
functional design for solutions, and managing Finance and Operations
environments by using Lifecycle Services (LCS).
Candidates should have a deep knowledge and experience using the underlying
framework, data structures, and objects associated with the Finance and
Operations solutions.
Candidates should have experience with products that include Visual Studio,
Azure DevOps, LCS tools, or SQL Server Management Studio.
Candidates should have experience in developing code by using object-oriented
programming languages, analyzing and manipulating data by using Transact-SQL
code, and creating and running Windows PowerShell commands and scripts.
Skills measured The content of this exam was updated on May 22, 2020. Please download the
exam skills outline below to see what changed.
Plan architecture and solution design (10-15%)
Apply developer tools (10-15%)
Design and develop AOT elements (20-25%)
Develop and test code (10-15%)
Implement reporting (10-15%)
Integrate and manage data solutions (10-15%)
Implement security and optimize performance (10-15%)
Audience Profile Candidates for this exam are developers who work with Finance
and Operations apps in Microsoft Dynamics 365 to implement and extend
applications to meet the requirements of the business. Candidates provide fully
realized solutions by using standardized application coding patterns, extensible
features, and external integrations. Candidates are responsible for developing
business logic by using X++, creating and modifying Finance and Operations
reports and workspaces, customizing user interfaces, providing endpoints and
APIs to support Power Platform apps and external systems, performing testing,
monitoring performance, analyzing and manipulating data, creating technical
designs and implementation details, and implementing permission policies and
security requirements. Candidates participate in the migration of data and
objects from legacy and external systems, integration of Finance and Operations
apps with other systems, implementation of application lifecycle management
process, planning the functional design for solutions, and managing Finance and
Operations environments by using Lifecycle Services (LCS). Candidates should
have a deep knowledge and experience using the underlying framework, data
structures, and objects associated with the Finance and Operations solutions.
Candidates should have experience with products that include Visual Studio,
Azure DevOps, LCS tools, SQL Server Management Studio. Candidates should have
experience in developing code by using object-oriented programming languages,
analyzing and manipulating data by using Transact-SQL code, and creating and
running Windows PowerShell commands and scripts. Skills Measured NOTE: The
bullets that appear below each of the skills measured are intended to illustrate
how we are assessing that skill. This list is not definitive or exhaustive.
NOTE: In most cases, exams do NOT cover preview features, and some features will
only be added to an exam when they are GA (General Availability).
Plan architecture and solution design (10-15%) Identify the major components of Dynamics 365 Finance and Dynamics 365
Supply Chain Management
select application components and architecture based on business components
identify architectural differences between the cloud and on-premises versions
of Finance and Operations apps
prepare and deploy the deployment package identify components of the
application stack and map them to the standard models
differentiate the purpose and interrelationships between packages, projects,
models, and elements
Design and implement a user interface describe the Finance and Operations user interface layouts and components
design the workspace and define navigation
select page options
identify filtering options
Implement Application Lifecycle Management (ALM)
create extension models
configure the DevOps source control process
describe the capabilities of the Environment Monitoring Tool within Lifecycle
Services (LCS)
select the purpose and appropriate uses of LCS tools and components
research and resolve issues using Issue Search
identify activities that require asset libraries
Apply Developer Tools (10-15%)
Customize Finance and Operations apps by using Visual Studio design and build projects
manage metadata using Application Explorer
synchronize data dictionary changes with the application database
create elements by using the Element Designer
Manage source code and artifacts by using version control create, check out, and check in code and artifacts
compare code and resolve version conflicts
Implement Finance and Operations app framework functionality implement the SysOperation framework
implement asynchronous framework
implement workflow framework
implement the unit test framework
identify the need for and implement the Sandbox framework
Design and develop AOT Elements (20-25%)
Create forms add a new form to a project and apply a pattern (template)
configure a data source for the form
add a grid and grid fields and groups
create and populate menu items
test form functionality and data connections
add a form extension to a project for selected standard forms
Create and extend tables add tables and table fields to a project
populate table and field properties
add a table extension to a project for a table
add fields, field groups, relations, and indices
Create Extended Data Types (EDT) and enumerations add an EDT to a project and populate EDT properties
add an enumeration to a project
add or update enumeration elements
add or update enumeration element properties
add an extension of EDT and enumerations
Create classes and extend AOT elements add a new class to a project
create a new class extension and add new methods
add event handler methods to a class
Develop and test code (10-15%)
Develop X++ code identify and implement base types and operators
implement common structured programming constructs of X++
create, read, update, and delete (CRUD) data using embedded SQL code
identify and implement global functions in X++
ensure correct usage of Display Fields
implement table and form methods
Develop object-oriented code
implement X++ variable scoping
implement inheritance and abstraction concept
implement query objects and QueryBuilder
implement attribute classes
implement chain of command
Implement reporting (10-15%) Describe the capabilities and limitations of reporting tools in Dynamics 365
FO
create and modify report data sources and supporting classes
implement reporting security requirements
describe the report publishing process
describe the capabilities of the Electronic reporting (ER) tool
Describe the differences between using Entity store and Bring your own
database (BYOD) as reporting data stores.
Design, create, and revise Dynamics Reports create and modify reports in Finance and Operations apps that use SQL
Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
create and modify Finance and Operations apps reports by using Power BI
create and modify Finance and Operations apps reports FO by using Microsoft
Excel
Design, create, and revise Dynamics workspace design KPIs
create drill-through workspace elements
implement built-in charts, KPIs, aggregate measurement, aggregate dimension,
and other reporting components
Integrate and manage data solutions (10-15%)
Identify data integration scenarios select appropriate data integration capabilities
identify differences between synchronous vs. asynchronous scenarios
Implement data integration concepts and solutions develop a data entity in Visual Studio
develop, import, and export composite data entities
identify and manage unmapped fields in data entities
consume external web services by using OData and RESTful APIs
integrate Finance and Operations apps with Excel by using OData
develop and integrate Power Automate and Power Apps
Implement data management import and export data using entities between Finance and Operations apps
and other systems
monitor the status and availability of entities
enable Entity Change Tracking
set up a data project and recurring data job
design entity sequencing
generate field mapping between source and target data structures
develop data transformations
Implement security and optimize performance (10-15%)
Implement role-based security policies and requirements create or modify duties, privileges, and permissions
enforce permissions policy
implement record-level security by using Extensible Data Security (XDS)
Apply fundamental performance optimization techniques identify and apply caching mechanisms
create or modify temp tables for optimization
determine when to use set-based queries and row-based queries
modify queries for optimization
modify variable scope to optimize performance
analyze and optimize concurrency
Optimize user interface performance diagnose and optimize client performance by using browser-based tools
diagnose and optimize client performance by using Performance Timer
QUESTION 1
You are Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations developer.
You need to explain the performance advantages of the different concurrency
models.
What are three performance advantages of optimistic concurrency control over
pessimistic concurrency control? Each control answer presents a complete
solution.
NOTE: Each correct selection is worth one point.
A. Records are locked as soon as they are retrieved from the database.
B. Records remain available for other processes while they are selected from the
database.
C. Records are locked for a shorter length of time.
D. Fewer resources are used to lock records during updates.
Correct Answer: B,C,D
QUESTION 2 You need to configure security for the Vendor Exclusion List report.
What are two possible ways to achieve this goal? Each correct answer presents a
complete solution.
NOTE: Each correct selection is worth one point.
A. Create a new privilege, add a reference to an output menu item, and then add
the new privilege to a role.
B. Create a new security policy and add an output menu item. Add the new
security policy to duty extension and then to a role extension.
C. Create a new privilege extension and add an output menu item. Add the
privilege to a duty extension and then to a role extension.
D. Create a new privilege and assign it to an output menu item. Add the new
privilege to a duty extension and then add the duty extension to a role.
Correct Answer: A,D
QUESTION 3 You are a Dynamics 365 Finance developer.
You make changes to an existing class.
You need to compare the code that is in source control with the updated class.
In Visual Studio, you display
Team Explorer.
What are three possible ways to achieve the goal? Each correct answer presents a
complete solution.
NOTE: Each correct selection is worth one point.
A. In Team Explorer, select Compare with Latest Version.
B. In Team Explorer, select Compare with Workspace Version.
C. In Team Explorer, select Compare Files.
D. Run the tf diff command.
E. Run the vsdiffmerge command.
Correct Answer: A,B,D
QUESTION 4 Contoso, Ltd. uses Dynamics 365 Unified Operations.
You receive reports of performance issues with the app.
You need to use Performance Timer to investigate the issues.
Which URL should you use?
A. https://contoso.cloudax.dynamics.com/?cmp=USMF&debug=perftimer
B. https://contoso.cloudax.dynamics.com/?cmp=USMF&debug=develop&mi=VendTableListPage
C. https://contoso.cloudax.dynamics.com/?cmp=USMF&mi=performancetimer
D. https://contoso.cloudax.dynamics.com/?cmp=USMF=debug=developer
Number of questions: 61
Number of questions to pass: 45
Time allowed: 90 mins
Status: Live
This intermediate-level exam is for those that are self-sufficient in planning,
installing, and configuring an IBM FileNet P8 V5.5.3 environment.
This exam consists of four sections described below. For more detail, please see
the study guide on the Exam Preparation tab.
Section 1: Planning, Preparation, and Security 25% Identify requirements for high availability, architecture, and supported
environments. (including network ports, software compatibility report, fix pack
compatibility report)
Identify the user accounts required for FileNet P8 platform.
Identify database requirements.
Identify LDAP requirements.
Define storage options for object stores.
Define/Identify application server configuration requirements.
Identify basic performance settings.
Section 2: Installation and Upgrade 30% Install FileNet P8 in either a single-server or multi-server environment.
Utilize the Configuration Manager tool.
Upgrade FileNet P8 in either a single-server or multi-server environment.
Section 3: Configuration 25% Define the proper procedures for initial startup tasks.
Create and configure domains, object stores, database storage areas, file
storage areas, workflow systems, and fixed content devices.
Configure Content Search Services.
Differentiate between various CFS configurations.
Configure SSL connections to CPE.
Configure client application connections to CPE (Content Platform Engine).
Configure CPE in an SSO environment.
Section 4: Troubleshooting and System Validation 20% Identify tools to monitor upgrade status (AutomaticUpgradeStatus, log
files).
Identify and use log files for troubleshooting.
Identify and use the tools for system validation.
Number of questions: 61
Number of questions to pass: 45
Time allowed: 90 mins
Status: Live
This intermediate-level exam is for those that are self-sufficient in planning,
installing, and configuring an IBM FileNet P8 V5.5.3 environment.
This exam consists of four sections described below. For more detail, please see
the study guide on the Exam Preparation tab.
Section 1: Planning, Preparation, and Security 25% Identify requirements for high availability, architecture, and supported
environments. (including network ports, software compatibility report, fix pack
compatibility report)
Identify the user accounts required for FileNet P8 platform.
Identify database requirements.
Identify LDAP requirements.
Define storage options for object stores.
Define/Identify application server configuration requirements.
Identify basic performance settings.
Section 2: Installation and Upgrade 30% Install FileNet P8 in either a single-server or multi-server environment.
Utilize the Configuration Manager tool.
Upgrade FileNet P8 in either a single-server or multi-server environment.
Section 3: Configuration 25% Define the proper procedures for initial startup tasks.
Create and configure domains, object stores, database storage areas, file
storage areas, workflow systems, and fixed content devices.
Configure Content Search Services.
Differentiate between various CFS configurations.
Configure SSL connections to CPE.
Configure client application connections to CPE (Content Platform Engine).
Configure CPE in an SSO environment.
Section 4: Troubleshooting and System Validation 20% Identify tools to monitor upgrade status (AutomaticUpgradeStatus, log
files).
Identify and use log files for troubleshooting.
Identify and use the tools for system validation.
Number of questions: 51
Number of questions to pass: 32
Time allowed: 90 mins
Status: Live
The test consists of six sections containing a total of approximately 51
multiple-choice questions. The percentages after each section title reflect the
approximate distribution of the total question set across the sections.
Section 1 - Process Inventory and Prioritization 16% Identify the scope, project goals and critical success factors.
Build and categorize the process inventory.
Identify candidate processes for a BPM project.
Assist with building the process roadmap.
Assist with evaluating the level of effort for a BPM project.
Build a business case.
Section 2 - Process Discovery 14% Create a plan for the process discovery sessions, including who will
participate in the session roles.
Define the process goals, critical success factors and scope.
Construct a process discovery map.
Identify the stakeholders' roles through the Responsible Accountable Consulted
and Informed (RACI) component of the process.
Section 3 - Process Modeling 16% Demonstrate an understanding of process modeling with BPMN.
Construct process models.
Section 4 - Current State Process Documentation and Analysis 20% Identify the values for the Suppliers Inputs Process Outputs Customers (SIPOC)
component of the process.
Identify and prioritize the process problems/opportunities.
Perform root cause analysis.
Perform value add analysis.
Examine the process performance metrics.
Create a process solution roadmap.
Section 5 - Future State Process Design for IBM Business Process Manager V8.0
24% Construct and design the future process.
Identify the integration points in the future process.
Modify the future process for implementation in IBM Business Process Manager.
Complete and prioritize the user stories.
Produce the process measurements and reporting requirements
Describe the basic human oriented process capabilities of IBM Business Process
Manager
Section 6 - Playback Methodology and Change Management 12% Demonstrate an understanding of the playback methodology.
Explain the benefits of the playback methodology.
Assist in the definition of the solution approach.
Understand organizational change management approaches for BPM projects.
The sample test is designed to give the candidate an idea of the content and
format of the questions that will be on the certification exam. Performance on
the sample test is NOT an indicator of performance on the certification exam.
This should not be considered an assessment tool.
To prepare for this test, it is first recommended that you are familiar with the
job role description and the parameters this certification is based on, as well
as have knowledge of the topics outlined in the test objectives/skills measured
on the test. Compare your own technical level to the test objectives and the
recommended training resources, and then determine for yourself how much
preparation you require. Note that these educational sources are recommended,
but not required (*) before taking a certification test.
Before preparing for the certification test, it is recommended that you measure
your current level of skill by taking the Sample Test (located from the
"Sample/Assessment test" link above)..
You can prepare for the test through the Tutor Approach (classroom, instructor
led course) or the Self-Study Approach. Sources within each approach
collectively cover the skills measured on the test.
To prepare via the Tutor Approach, take course [ (WB801G or ZB801G) + (WB009G or
ZB009G or WB010G or WB011G) ] and refer to the sources with an * in front of
them. Note that per this formula, you are required to take 3 courses.
To prepare via the Self-Study Approach, omit the courses, and refer to all other
sources with and without the * in front.
(*) Notes:
The recommended educational resources listed are not intended to be a substitute
for, but should complement, relevant practical experience.
Extensive product knowledge is required to pass the test.
Every effort has been made to make the recommended educational resources as
complete and as accurate as possible, but no warranty of fitness is implied. The
resources provided are on an as is basis. IBM shall have neither liability nor
responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damages
arising from course or publication content.
Classroom Course
Course Title: BPM Process Analysis Methods I
Course Duration: 3 Days
Course Number: WB009G
Course Abstract: Please also see alternative option ZB009G (listed under "Online
Courses")
In this 3-day instructor-led course, you will learn about business process
management (BPM) process analysis and improvement methods and techniques, and
how to make your organizations and business units process-oriented.
This interactive course uses a collaborative learning environment to teach
best-practice processes that help organizations with the decomposition of a
business unit or group within an enterprise. The course also offers hands-on
demonstrations and a predefined case study exercise that are designed to
reinforce the concepts and skills covered in the lectures.
The course begins with an overview of business process management and change
management concepts. You will learn about managing upstream and downstream
impacts and the cross-functional importance of processes to the overall
objectives of an organization. The course explains important concepts and
activities such as process analysis, process improvement, working with as-is and
to-be processes, Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN), and identifying and
working with key performance indicators (KPIs).
In addition, the course introduces you to IBM Blueworks Live, which is a
software as a service (SaaS) offering that can help organizations quickly
document and improve business processes by enabling collaboration and process
automation in a secure, cloud-based environment.
Notes:
this course (incl. student notebook and student exercises) fully covers test
objectives 1B, 1C, 1D, 1F, 2A, 2B, 2D, 4B, 4D, 4E, 4F, 6A, 6B,
this course (incl. student notebook and student exercises) partially covers test
objectives 1A, 2C, 3A, 3B, 4A, 5A, 5C, 5D, 5E,
this course (incl. student notebook and student exercises) does not cover test
objectives 1E, 4C, 5B, 5F, 6C, 6D
Course Title: Process Modeling with IBM Business Process Manager Standard V8
Course Duration: 2 Days
Course Number: WB801G
Course Abstract: Please also see alternative option ZB801G (listed under "Online
Courses")
This 2-day instructor-led course integrates business process management (BPM)
methodology training with IBM Business Process Manager training.
IBM Business Process Manager is a comprehensive BPM platform that can provide
you with the visibility and insight that you need to effectively manage the
business processes of your organization.
In this course, you will learn about the core process modeling skills, project
development methodology, and delivery good practice patterns that can improve
the speed and quality of process definition and implementation efforts. You will
use the IBM Process Designer component of IBM Business Process Manager to create
a business process definition (BPD) from business requirements that are
identified during process analysis. The course begins with an overview of
business process management (BPM) and process modeling. You will learn how to
make team collaboration more efficient by enabling all team members to use
standard process model elements and notation, which makes expressing and
interpreting business requirements consistent throughout the BPM lifecycle.
You will also learn how to build an agile and flexible shared process model that
key business stakeholders understand and developers can implement, and that can
be adjusted to accommodate process changes. In addition, you will learn how to
work within the parameters of the BPM lifecycle methodology to maximize the
function of IBM Business Process Manager and project development good practices.
Notes:
this course (incl. student notebook and student exercises) fully covers test
objectives 5B
this course (incl. student notebook and student exercises) partially covers test
objectives 1C, 2C, 3A, 3B, 5A, 5C, 6A
this course (incl. student notebook and student exercises) does not cover test
objectives 1A, 1B, 1D, 1E, 1F, 2A, 2B, 2D, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E, 4F, 5D, 5E, 5F,
6B, 6C, 6D
Online course
BPM Process Analysis Methods I (SPVC)
Please also see alternative option WB009G.
Process Modeling with IBM Business Process Manager Standard V8 (Self-paced)
Please also see alternative option WB801G.
Redbook
* Scaling BPM Adoption from Project to Program
Web Resource
BlueworksLive Help - Using Blueworks Live > Process Diagram View > BPMN modeling
shapes
Measuring and improving business processes - Simulating and optimizing processes
Chapt. 10.4.2, p. 240
BWL Ref: All circles represent Events:
Using Blueworks Live - Process Diagram View - BPMN modeling shapes
Using Bluework Live - Adding details - Participants
All rectangles represent Activities or Sub-processes
Blueworks Live help
Section 10.4 Events , p. 233
Using Blueworks Live - Adding Detail - Inputs and Outputs
* Task Assignment FAQ
Determine the Root Cause: 5 Whys
All diamonds represent Gateways
Adding lanes to a BPD
Using Bluework Live - Program Diagram View - BPMN Modeling Shapes
Key Performance Indicators
Managing processes and workload using dashboards in Process Portal
Status: Live This intermediate level certification is intended for BPM analysts who
discover, define and analyze complex processes within a functional area. These
BPM analysts lead and facilitate the process discovery phase of IBM BPM
projects, and communicate business needs for process-oriented solutions.
These BPM analysts are expected to: perform process inventory and prioritization following the IBM BPM
methodology.
execute the Process Discovery phases, address the goals and create the
deliverables following the IBM BPM methodology.
discover, define, analyze, improve, and model a process in Blueworks Live.
identify the business case, requirements and key opportunities.
define the business level of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Service Level
Agreements (SLAs).
understand the functionalities and capabilities of IBM Business Process Manager
V8.0 for delivering executable BPM processes.
design future state processes for IBM Business Process Manager V8.0 with
Blueworks Live
understand the IBM playback methodology and be familiar with change management
approaches.
These BPM analysts are generally self-sufficient and able to perform most of the
tasks involved in the role with limited assistance from peers, product
documentation and vendor support services.
To attain the IBM Certified BPM Analyst - Blueworks Live; Business Process
Manager Express or Standard Edition V8.0 certification, candidates must pass 1
test. To prepare for the test it is recommended for one to refer to the job role
and recommended prerequisite skills, and click the link to the test below to
refer to the test objectives and the Test preparation tab.
Recommended Prerequisite Skills
(Knowledge and foundational skills one needs to possess before acquiring skills
measured on the certification test.)
Have familiarity with: the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and using Agile
methodology. business process analysis techniques, including discovery and
improvement.
Requirements
This certification requires 1 exam
Exam Required: Click on the link below to see exam details, exam objectives, suggested
training and sample tests.
C9550-275 - Blueworks Live IBM Business Process Manager Express or Standard
Edition V8.0 BPM Analysis
contains questions requiring single and multiple answers. For multiple-answer
questions, you need to choose all required options to get the answer correct.
You will be advised how many options make up the correct answer. is designed to
provide diagnostic feedback on the Examination Score Report, correlating back to
the test objectives, informing the test taker how he or she did on each section
of the test. As a result, to maintain the integrity of each test, questions and
answers are not distributed. QUESTION 1
A new employee just started working with a company and only received their laptop in week 4.
The BPM analyst investigated the cause:
? Equipment was not ordered until week 2
? The manager did not complete the new hire checklist.
? The manager did not know how to access the checklist.
? No one communicated to the manager how to access the checklist.
? No communication plan for the on-boarding process.
? The root cause of the initial problem was that no one communicated to the manager there was a checklist.
Which tool did the BPM analyst use in order to find out the root cause?
A. 5 Whys
B. 5 Whats
C. 5 Whens
D. 5 Whos
Answer: A
QUESTION 2
A company needs to improve their Hiring Process and hired a BPM analyst to analyze their current process. The analyst completed documenting the current state process of submitting the hiring request (refer to the process diagram below) and did a "Value-Add" Analysis with the process stakeholders.
Identify the "Non-Value Add" activities in this process.
A. "Inform Dept. of Labor" & "Terminate the application"
B. "Inform Dept. of Labor" & "Check to make sure budget is available"
C. "Complete the hiring request form correctly" & "Terminate the application"
D. "Complete the hiring request form correctly" & "Check to make sure budget is available"
Answer: D
QUESTION 3
A company needs to improve their hiring process and hired a BPM analyst to map the current state. During the discovery session, the business subject matter experts (SMEs) indicate to the BPM analyst that the hiring request is reviewed by both the human resource admin and the human resource manager. How should the BPM analyst document the participant role for this activity?
A. Assign the admin as the participant since the admin is paid less.
B. Assign the manager as the participant since the admin reports to the manager.
C. Break the "Review" task into separate tasks and define who does what.
D. Pick either the admin or the manager and assign the "Review" task to that role.
Answer: C
QUESTION 4
The BPM analyst is recommending the playback methodology to be followed during development. When the company asks the analyst what is the basis for the playback methodology, how should the BPM analyst respond?
A. Iterative development
B. V-model development
C. Waterfall development
D. Cleanroom development
Answer: A
QUESTION 5
A BPM analyst is helping to identify and select the appropriate solution for process improvement in a large BPM project. What are the business levers the BPM analyst should focus on?
A. Policy, Technology, Organization and People
B. Policy, Data, Organization and People
C. Process, Technology, Organization and People
D. Process, Data, Organization and People
Overview
This exam is a qualifying exam for the Specialist-Technology Architect, Midrange
Storage (DECS-TA) track.
This exam tests the candidate’s knowledge to architect and size solutions for
Dell EMC Unity and SC Series systems. This exam also tests the candidate’s
knowledge of key product features of both of these storage systems.
Dell EMC provides free practice tests to assess your knowledge in preparation
for the exam. Practice tests allow you to become familiar with the topics and
question types you will find on the proctored exam. Your results on a practice
test offer one indication of how prepared you are for the proctored exam and can
highlight topics on which you need to study and train further. A passing score
on the practice test does not guarantee a passing score on the certification
exam.
Products Products likely to be referred to on this exam include but are not limited
to:
Dell EMC Unity(All Flash Array, Hybrid, VSA)
SC Series
ExamTopics
Topics likely to be covered on this exam include:
Dell EMC Midrange Architectures (25%) Identify and describe the Unity hardware (e.g., enclosures, I/O
components, storage media options, etc.)
Explain Unity storage resources and features (e.g., dynamic pools, RAID
functions)
Identify and describe SC Series storage resources, connectivity options (e.g.,
RAID, Consistency Groups, SSD, HDD options), and use cases
Identify and describe the various controller options available in the SC
Series models
Dell EMC Midrange Product Solutions (42%) Identify key features of the SC Series operating system
Describe SC Series cross-platform replication functionality and use cases
Describe how to provision and access Unity storage; including Block, Files,
and VMware datastores
Identify Unity advanced features for Block storage; e.g, FAST Suite, D@RE,
host I/O limit availability, thin clones
Identify Unity advanced features for File storage; e.g, IP Multi-tenancy,
Advanced Static Routing, IP Packet Reflect, etc.
Identify and describe Unity Data Protection (e.g., Snapshots, Replication, and
Snapshot Replication architecture) solutions and use cases
Describe Unity Data Mobility features, requirements, and use cases
Compare and contrast similar features between the Unity and SC Series products
Dell EMC Midrange Best Practices, Sizing, and Design (33%) Apply Dell EMC midrange best practice recommendations for data service,
system, storage, and host application configurations
Identify and describe the sizing and design considerations for Unity and SC
Series features
Identify and describe how to size and design a midrange solution for
performance, capacity, security, and resilience
Describe the data gathering methods to size and design an SC Series solution
Identify and describe the tools and resources available to size and design
Unity and SC Series solutions
Explain how to size an SC Series solution that includes Tiers 1-3, storage
requirements, front-end and back-end connections, and common use cases
The percentages after each topic above reflects the approximate distribution
of the total question set across the exam.
Number of questions: 65
Number of questions to pass: 40
Time allowed: 90 mins
Status: Live
This exam consists of 6 sections described below.
Section 1: Discovery 12% Determine customer's existing applications and computing needs.
Determine the size and details of customers physical computing environment.
Determine the appropriate management framework: Symphony, LSF, Conductor,
Conductor with Spark, Spectrum Cluster Foundation.
Assess client application onboarding requirements.
Section 2: Solution Proposal 18% Describe the value proposition for Spectrum Computing solutions.
Respond to RFIs and RFPs.
Describe how Spectrum Computing can help consolidate existing compute
infrastructures.
Describe the competitive landsacpe for Spectrum Computing offerings.
Recommend best practice for compute environments.
Describe High Performance Services offerings on SoftLayer (HPC Cloud).
Identify if a customer requires professional services for an IBM Spectrum
Computing solution.
Identify Spectrum Computing products to increase resource utilization.
Explain difference between open source and Spectrum Compute solutions.
Describe and differentiate: LSF, Symphony and Conductor.
Describe Host Grouping.
Explain Spectrum Compute capabilities for managing application data.
Section 3: IBM Spectrum Conductor 11% Describe benefits of Conductor.
Describe the Conductor architecture.
Define and deploy an application template.
Describe user management and security in Conductor.
Describe reporting features in Conductor.
Describe Conductor API.
Describe licensing models for Conductor.
Section 4: IBM Spectrum Conductor with Spark 9% Describe the benefits and value of Conductor with Spark.
Describe Conductor with Spark instance groups.
Describe Conductor with Spark notebooks.
Section 5: IBM Spectrum LSF 31% Describe the benefits of IBM Spectrum LSF.
Explain workload management in LSF.
Describe IBM Spectrum LSF architecture.
Describe user management and security in IBM Spectrum LSF.
Describe licensing models for IBM Spectrum LSF.
Describe IBM Spectrum LSF product add-ons.
Describe LSF use cases.
Describe reporting features in LSF.
Section 6: IBM Spectrum Symphony 19% Describe the benefits of Spectrum Symphony.
Describe the Spectrum Symphony Architecture.
Describe user management and security in Symphony.
Describe how to onboard an application with Spectrum Symphony.
Describe resource management in Spectrum Symphony.
Describe reporting features in Symphony.
Describe licensing models for Symphony.
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Classroom Course
Course Title: IBM Spectrum LSF Basic Configuration and Administration for Linux
Course Abstract: This course teaches IBM Spectrum LSF 10.1 version. The course is designed to give system administrators the knowledge required
to implement and maintain LSF in their working environment. They will gain a
solid understanding of workload resource management, cluster configuration and
administration. The workshops provide valuable experience with the installation
of LSF, cluster configuration and administration. The system administrator will
also learn helpful hints and tips and develop fundamental troubleshooting
skills.
Redbook
IBM Spectrum Computing solutions (formerly known as IBM Platform Computing
solutions) deliver the power of managing, sharing, and optimizing resources for
analytics, cloud, technical computing, and more in distributed computing
environments.
These solutions use intelligent workload and policy-driven resource management
to optimize resources throughout the data center, both on premises and in the
cloud, and are faster, more flexible, and scalable to over 160,000 cores. IBM
Spectrum Computing solutions use advances in software-defined infrastructure
that can help you take advantage of the power of your distributed computing
environment.
New IBM Redbooks content explores the IBM Spectrum Computing family of solutions
and shows you the opportunities that these solutions can bring to your business.
Exam Details Exam Codes SY0-401 SY0-501
Launch Date May 1, 2014 October 4, 2017
Exam Description The CompTIA Security+ exam will certify the successful
candidate has the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems
to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and
respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation
activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and
regulations. The successful candidate will perform these tasks to support the
principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Number of Questions Maximum of 90 questions
Type of Questions Multiple choice and performance-based
Length of Test 90 minutes
Passing Score 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
Recommended Experience CompTIA Network+ and two years of experience in IT
administration with a security focus
Languages English, Japanese, Portuguese and Simplified Chinese. English
(Japanese, Portuguese and Simplified Chinese estimated Q2 2018)
Retirement English retirement: July 31, 2018;
Japanese, Portuguese and Simplified Chinese: December 15, 2018
Usually three years after launch
CompTIA Security+ is the certification globally trusted to validate
foundational, vendor-neutral IT security knowledge and skills. As a benchmark
for best practices in IT security, this certification covers the essential
principles for network security and risk management – making it an important
stepping stone of an IT security career.
Jobs that use Security+ Security Specialist/Administrator
Security Consultant
Security or Systems Administrator
Network Administrator
Companies that use CompTIA Security+ include: Apple
Dell
HP
IBM
Intel
U.S. Department of Defense
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Overview IT security is paramount to organizations as cloud computing and mobile
devices have changed the way we do business. With the massive amounts of data
transmitted and stored on networks throughout the world, it’s essential to have
effective security practices in place. That’s where CompTIA Security+ comes in.
Get the Security+ certification to show that you have the skills to secure a
network and deter hackers and you’re ready for the job.
Security+ is government approved CompTIA Security+ meets the ISO 17024 standard and is approved by U.S.
Department of Defense to fulfill Directive 8570.01-M requirements. It is
compliant with government regulations under the Federal Information Security
Management Act (FISMA).
Security+ is globally recognized CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized credential with certified
professionals working in over 147 countries throughout the world.
Security+ provides substantial earnings potential
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Security Specialists,
Administrators and Managers earn over $86,000 per year.
Security+ is industry supported Security+ is developed and maintained by leading IT experts. Content for the
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contributions from our team of subject matter experts. Learn more about the
people behind the CompTIA Security+ Advisory Committee.
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Renewal Keep your certification up to date with CompTIA’s Continuing Education (CE)
program. It’s designed to be a continued validation of your expertise and a tool
to expand your skillset. It’s also the ace up your sleeve when you’re ready to
take the next step in your career.
Get the most out of your certification
Information technology is an incredibly dynamic field, creating new
opportunities and challenges every day. Participating in our Continuing
Education program will enable you to stay current with new and evolving
technologies and remain a sought-after IT and security expert.
The CompTIA Continuing Education program
Your CompTIA Security+ certification is good for three years from the day of
your exam. The CE program allows you to extend your certification in three-year
intervals through activities and training that relate to the content of your
certification. Like Security+ itself, CompTIA Security+ ce also carries
globally-recognized ISO/ANSI accreditation status.
It’s easy to renew
You can participate in a number of activities and training programs, including
higher certifications, to renew your CompTIA Security+ certification. Collect at
least 50 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) in three years, upload them to your
certification account, and Security+ will automatically renew.
QUESTION 1
A security analyst wishes to increase the security of an FTP server. Currently, all trails to the FTP server is unencrypted. Users connecting to the FTP server use a variety of modem FTP client software. The security analyst wants to keep the same port and protocol, while also still allowing unencrypted connections. Which of the following would BEST accomplish these goals?
A. Require the SFTP protocol to connect to the file server.
B. Use implicit TLS on the FTP server.
C. Use explicit FTPS for the connections.
D. Use SSH tunneling to encrypt the FTP traffic.
Answer: B
QUESTION 2
A company has three divisions, each with its own networks and services. The company decides to make its secure web portal accessible to all employees utilizing their existing usernames and passwords, The security administrator has elected to use SAML to support authentication. In this scenario, which of the following will occur when users try to authenticate to the portal? (Select TWO)
A. B. The portal will function as an identity provider and issue an authentication assertion
B. C. The portal will request an authentication ticket from each network that is transitively trusted
C. D. The back-end networks will function as an identity provider and issue an authentication assertion
D. The back-end networks will request authentication tickets from the portal, which will act as the third-party service provider authentication store
E. F. The back-end networks will verify the assertion token issued by the portal functioning as the identity provider
Answer: C
QUESTION 3
Which of the following would a security specialist be able to determine upon examination of a server's certificate?
A. CA public key
B. Server private key
C. CSR
D. OID
