Fortinet NSE 5 in Secure Networking
Intermediate Fortinet certification in the Secure Networking track of the restored NSE program, earned by passing one qualifying product exam on top of an active NSE 4. As of July 2026 the qualifying exams are FortiSwitch Administrator and Secure Wireless LAN Administrator, with SD-WAN Core Administrator scheduled for Q3 2026.
What you'll prove
- Administer FortiSwitch deployments within a Fortinet Security Fabric
- Deploy and manage Fortinet secure wireless LAN infrastructure
- Operate Fortinet secure networking products at administrator level
Frequently asked
How much does NSE 5 in Secure Networking cost?
One qualifying exam at $200 USD earns the certification. A recertification assessment, when available, also costs $200.
Which exams count toward NSE 5 in Secure Networking?
As of July 2026: FortiSwitch Administrator or Secure Wireless LAN Administrator, with SD-WAN Core Administrator scheduled for Q3 2026. Check Fortinet's certification page for the current list, since the pool grows over time.
Do I need NSE 5 before NSE 6?
No. NSE 5 and NSE 6 both require only an active NSE 4; there is no ordering between them. NSE 7 in a track requires an active NSE 5 or NSE 6 in that same track.