PSE-SWFW-Pro-24

Exam Name: Palo Alto Networks Systems Engineer

Professional - Software Firewall

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1. Which three presales resources are available to field systems engineers for technical
assistance, innovation consultation, and industry differentiation insights? (Choose three.)
A. Palo Alto Networks consulting engineers
B. Professional services delivery
C. Technical account managers
D. Reference architectures
E. Palo Alto Networks principal solutions architects
Answer: A, D, E
Explanation:
These resources provide deep technical expertise and strategic guidance.
A. Palo Alto Networks consulting engineers: Consulting engineers are highly skilled technical
resources who can provide specialized assistance with complex deployments, integrations, and
architectural design.
B. Professional services delivery: While professional services can provide valuable assistance,
they are more focused on implementation and deployment tasks rather than pre-sales technical
assistance, innovation consultation, and industry differentiation insights.
C. Technical account managers (TAMs): TAMs are primarily focused on post-sales support,
ongoing customer success, and relationship management. While they have technical
knowledge, their role is not primarily pre-sales technical assistance.
D. Reference architectures: These are documented best practices and design guides for various
deployment scenarios. They are invaluable for understanding how to design and implement
secure network architectures using Palo Alto Networks products.
E. Palo Alto Networks principal solutions architects: These are senior technical experts who
possess deep product knowledge, industry expertise, and strategic vision. They can provide
high-level architectural guidance, thought leadership, and innovation consultation.

2. Which tool facilitates a customer's migration from existing legacy firewalls to Palo Alto
Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs)?
A. Expedition
B. Policy Optimizer
C. AutoFocus
D. IronSkillet
Answer: A
Explanation:
Why A is correct: Expedition is a tool specifically designed to automate the migration of
configurations from various legacy firewalls to Palo Alto Networks NGFWs. It helps parse
existing configurations and translate them into PAN-OS policies.
Why B, C, and D are incorrect:
B: Policy Optimizer helps refine existing PAN-OS policies but doesn't handle migration from
other vendors.
C: AutoFocus is a threat intelligence service, not a migration tool.
D: IronSkillet is a collection of security best-practice configurations for PAN-OS, not a migration
tool. Palo Alto Networks
Reference: The Expedition documentation and datasheets explicitly describe its role in firewall
migrations.

3. Which three resources are deployment options for Cloud NGFW for Azure or AWS? (Choose
three.)
A. Azure CLI or Azure Terraform Provider
B. Azure Portal
C. AWS Firewall Manager
D. Panorama AWS and Azure plugins
E. Palo Alto Networks Ansible playbooks
Answer: A, B, E
Explanation:
Cloud NGFW for Azure and AWS can be deployed using various methods.
Why A, B, and E are correct:
A. Azure CLI or Azure Terraform Provider: Cloud NGFW for Azure can be deployed and
managed using Azure's command-line interface (CLI) or through Infrastructure-as-Code tools
like Terraform. Cloud NGFW for AWS can be deployed and managed using AWS
CloudFormation or Terraform.
B. Azure Portal: Cloud NGFW for Azure can be deployed directly through the Azure portal's
graphical interface.
E. Palo Alto Networks Ansible playbooks: Palo Alto Networks provides Ansible playbooks for
automating the deployment and configuration of Cloud NGFW in both Azure and AWS.
Why C and D are incorrect:
C. AWS Firewall Manager: AWS Firewall Manager is an AWS service for managing AWS WAF,
AWS Shield, and VPC security groups. It is not used to deploy Cloud NGFW.
D. Panorama AWS and Azure plugins: While Panorama is used to manage Cloud NGFW, the
deployment itself is handled through native cloud tools (Azure portal, CLI, Terraform) or Ansible.
Palo Alto Networks
Reference: Cloud NGFW for Azure and AWS Documentation: This documentation provides
deployment instructions using various methods, including the Azure portal, Azure CLI,
Terraform, and Ansible. Palo Alto Networks GitHub Repositories: Palo Alto Networks provides
Ansible playbooks and Terraform modules for Cloud NGFW deployments.

4. What are two methods or tools to directly automate the deployment of VM-Series NGFWs
into supported public clouds? (Choose two.)
A. GitHub PaloAltoNetworks Terraform SWFW modules
B. Deployment configuration in the public cloud Panorama plugins
C. paloaltonetworks.panos Ansible collection
D. panos Terraform provider
Answer: A, D
Explanation:
Automating VM-Series firewall deployment in public clouds is crucial for efficient and consistent
deployments.
Here's a breakdown of the options:
A. GitHub PaloAltoNetworks Terraform SWFW modules: This is a VALID method. Palo Alto
Networks maintains Terraform modules on GitHub specifically designed for deploying VM-
Series firewalls in various cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). These modules provide pre-
built configurations and best practices, simplifying and automating the infrastructure
provisioning.
Reference: The Palo Alto Networks GitHub repositories (specifically under the
PaloAltoNetworks organization) host these Terraform modules. The Software Firewall
Automation HUB on the pan.dev website also provides information and links to these modules.
B. Deployment configuration in the public cloud Panorama plugins: While Panorama plugins
enhance management and visibility, they don't directly automate the deployment of the VM-
Series instances themselves in the cloud provider's infrastructure. Plugins primarily focus on
post-deployment configuration, management, and monitoring. They rely on the instances being
already deployed.
C. paloaltonetworks.panos Ansible collection: While Ansible is a powerful automation tool and
the paloaltonetworks.panos collection allows for configuring and managing existing Palo Alto
Networks devices, it's not the primary tool for deploying the VM-Series instances in the cloud.
It's used for configuration after the instances are deployed.
D. panos Terraform provider: This is a VALID method. The Terraform provider for Palo Alto
Networks firewalls (panos) allows for managing the configuration of the firewalls (like policies,
objects, etc.) but also, importantly, can be used in conjunction with cloud provider Terraform
providers (like aws, azurerm, google) to automate the entire deployment process, including the
creation of the VM instances themselves.
Reference: The Terraform Registry hosts the panos provider, and its documentation explains its
capabilities, including infrastructure provisioning in conjunction with cloud providers.

5. Which three statements describe functionality of NGFW inline placement for Layer 2/3
implementation? (Choose three.)
A. VMs on VMware ESXi hypervisors can be segregated from one another on the network by
the VM-Series NGFW by IP addressing and Layer 3 gateways.
B. VMs on VMware ESXi hypervisors can be segregated from each other by the VM-Series
NGFW using VLAN tags while preserving existing Layer 3 gateways.
C. VM-Series next-generation firewalls cannot be positioned between the physical datacenter
network and guest VM workloads.
D. VM-Series next-generation firewalls do not support VMware vMotion or guest VM workloads.
E. A next-generation firewall VLAN interface can function as a Layer 3 interface.
Answer: A, B, E
Explanation:
Let's analyze each option based on Palo Alto Networks documentation and best practices:
A. VMs on VMware ESXi hypervisors can be segregated from one another on the network by
the VM-Series NGFW by IP addressing and Layer 3 gateways. This is TRUE. The VM-Series
firewall can act as a Layer 3 gateway, enabling inter-VLAN routing and enforcing security
policies between different VM networks based on IP addresses and subnets. This allows for
granular control over traffic flow between VMs.
Reference: While a specific document solely dedicated to this exact phrasing is difficult to
pinpoint, this functionality is inherent in the VM-Series's Layer 3 routing capabilities. The VM-
Series
Deployment Guide and the Panorama Administrator's Guide detail how to configure interfaces,
virtual routers, and security policies, which collectively enable this segregation. Configuring
different security zones and assigning interfaces to them, along with proper routing
configuration, achieves this.
B. VMs on VMware ESXi hypervisors can be segregated from each other by the VM-Series
NGFW using VLAN tags while preserving existing Layer 3 gateways. This is also TRUE. The
VM-Series supports 802.1Q VLAN tagging. This allows the firewall to inspect traffic between
VMs residing on different VLANs without requiring changes to the existing network
infrastructure's Layer 3 gateways. The firewall acts as a "bump in the wire" for VLAN traffic,
enforcing security policies without disrupting existing routing.
Reference: The VM-Series Deployment Guide extensively covers VLAN tagging and its
implementation. It explains how to configure subinterfaces on the VM-Series firewall to
correspond to different VLANs, enabling the firewall to process traffic based on VLAN tags.
C. VM-Series next-generation firewalls cannot be positioned between the physical datacenter
network and guest VM workloads. This is FALSE. This is a primary use case for VM-Series
firewalls. They are frequently deployed to protect virtualized workloads by sitting between the
physical network and the VMs, inspecting and controlling all traffic entering and leaving the
virtual environment.
Reference: Numerous deployment examples in the VM-Series Deployment Guide and Best
Practice Assessment for Virtualized Data Centers showcase the VM-Series firewall precisely in
this role.
D. VM-Series next-generation firewalls do not support VMware vMotion or guest VM workloads.
This is FALSE. The VM-Series fully supports vMotion. When a VM migrates from one ESXi host
to another, the VM-Series firewall policies seamlessly follow the VM, ensuring consistent
security enforcement.
Reference: The VM-Series Deployment Guide and various technical notes on the Palo Alto
Networks support website specifically address vMotion support and provide configuration
guidance for maintaining security during VM migrations.
E. A next-generation firewall VLAN interface can function as a Layer 3 interface. This is TRUE.
A VLAN interface on a Palo Alto Networks firewall (physical or virtual) can be configured with an
IP address and act as a Layer 3 interface, participating in routing and providing connectivity to
different networks. This is a fundamental aspect of firewall functionality.
Reference: The PAN-OS Administrator’s Guide details the configuration of virtual routers,
interfaces, and zones. It clearly explains how to configure Layer 3 interfaces, including VLAN
interfaces, and integrate them into the routing infrastructure.
Therefore, the correct answers are A, B, and
E. They accurately describe the functionality of NGFW inline placement in Layer 2/3
implementations with VM-Series firewalls.

6. Per reference architecture, which default PAN-OS configuration should be overridden to

make VM-Series firewall deployments in the public cloud more secure?
A. Intrazone-default rule action and logging
B. Interzone-default rule service
C. Interzone-default rule action and logging
D. Intrazone-default rule service
Answer: C
Explanation:
The default interzone rule in PAN-OS is typically set to "deny." While this is generally secure,
the logging is not enabled by default. In public cloud deployments, enabling logging for the
interzone-default rule is crucial for visibility and troubleshooting.
Why C is correct: Overriding the action of the interzone-default rule is generally not
recommended (unless you have very specific requirements). The default "deny" action is a core
security principle. However, overriding the logging is essential. By enabling logging, you gain
visibility into any traffic that is denied by this default rule, which is vital for security auditing and
troubleshooting
connectivity issues.
Why A, B, and D are incorrect:
A: The intrazone-default rule allows traffic within the same zone by default. While logging is
always good practice, it's less critical than logging denied interzone traffic.
B: The default service for the interzone rule is "any," which is appropriate given the default
action is "deny." Changing the service doesn't inherently improve security in the context of a
default deny rule.
D: Similar to B, changing the service on the intrazone rule is not the primary security concern in
cloud deployments.
Palo Alto Networks
Reference: While there isn't one specific document stating "always enable logging on the
interzone-default rule in the cloud," this is a best practice emphasized in various Palo Alto
Networks resources related to cloud security and VM-Series deployments.
Look for guidance in:
VM-Series Deployment Guides for your cloud provider (AWS, Azure, GCP): These guides often
contain security best practices, including recommendations for logging.
Best Practice Assessment (BPA) checks: The BPA tool often flags missing logging on interzone
rules as a finding.
Live Online training for VM-Series and Cloud Security: Palo Alto Networks training courses
frequently emphasize the importance of logging for visibility and troubleshooting in cloud
environments.
The core principle is that in cloud environments, network visibility is paramount. Logging denied
traffic is a critical component of that visibility.

7. Which three solutions does Strata Cloud Manager (SCM) support? (Choose three.)
A. Prisma Cloud
B. CN-Series firewalls
C. Prisma Access
D. PA-Series firewalls
E. VM-Series firewalls
Answer: B, D, E
Explanation:
Strata Cloud Manager (SCM) is designed to simplify the management and operations of Palo
Alto Networks next-generation firewalls. It provides centralized management and visibility
across various deployment models.
Based on official Palo Alto Networks documentation, SCM directly supports the following firewall
platforms:
B. CN-Series firewalls: SCM is used to manage containerized firewalls deployed in Kubernetes
environments. It facilitates tasks like policy management, upgrades, and monitoring for CN-
Series firewalls. This is clearly documented in Palo Alto Networks' CN-Series documentation
and SCM administration guides.
D. PA-Series firewalls: SCM provides comprehensive management capabilities for hardware-
based PA-Series firewalls. This includes tasks like device onboarding, configuration
management, software updates, and log analysis. This is a core function of SCM and is
extensively covered in their official documentation.
E. VM-Series firewalls: SCM also supports VM-Series firewalls deployed in various public and
private cloud environments. It offers similar management capabilities as for PA-Series, including
configuration, policy enforcement, and lifecycle management. This is explicitly mentioned in
Palo Alto Networks' VM-Series and SCM documentation.
Why other options are incorrect:
A. Prisma Cloud: Prisma Cloud is a separate cloud security platform that focuses on cloud
workload protection, cloud security posture management (CSPM), and cloud infrastructure
entitlement management (CIEM). While there might be integrations between Prisma Cloud and
other Palo Alto
Networks products, Prisma Cloud itself is not directly managed by Strata Cloud Manager. They
are distinct platforms with different focuses.
C. Prisma Access: Prisma Access is a cloud-delivered security platform that provides secure
access to applications and data for remote users and branch offices. Like Prisma Cloud, it's a
separate product, and while it integrates with other Palo Alto Networks offerings, it is not
managed by Strata Cloud Manager. It has its own dedicated management plane.

8. A company has used software NGFW credits to deploy several VM-Series firewalls with
Advanced URL Filtering in the company's deployment profiles. The IT department has
determined that the firewalls no longer need the Advanced URL Filtering license.
How can this license be removed from the hosts?
A. Edit the current deployment profile to remove the Advanced URL Filtering license.
B. On the firewall, issue this command: > delete url subscription license.
C. Add a new deployment profile with all the licenses selected except Advanced URL Filtering.
D. Delete the current deployment profile from the cloud service provider.
Answer: A
Explanation:
Software NGFW credits and deployment profiles manage licenses for VM-Series firewalls.
A. Edit the current deployment profile to remove the Advanced URL Filtering license: This is the
correct approach. Deployment profiles are used to define the licenses associated with VM-
Series firewalls. Modifying the profile directly updates the licensing for all firewalls using that
profile.
B. On the firewall, issue this command: > delete url subscription license: This command does
not exist. Licenses are managed through the deployment profile, not directly on the firewall via
CLI in this context.
C. Add a new deployment profile with all the licenses selected except Advanced URL Filtering:
While this would work, it's less efficient than simply editing the existing profile.
D. Delete the current deployment profile from the cloud service provider: This is too drastic.
Deleting the profile would remove all licensing and configuration associated with it, not just the
Advanced URL Filtering license.

9. Which three Cloud NGFW management tasks are inherently performed by the service within
AWS and Azure? (Choose three.)
A. Horizontally scaling out to meet increased traffic demand
B. Installing new content (applications and threats)
C. Installing new PAN-OS software updates
D. Blocking high-risk S2C threats in accordance with SOC2 compliance
E. Decrypting high-risk SSL traffic
Answer: A, B, C
Explanation:
The question asks about Cloud NGFW management tasks performed inherently by the service
within AWS and Azure. This means we are looking for tasks that are automated and handled by
the Cloud NGFW service itself, not by the customer.
Here's a breakdown of why A, B, and C are correct and why D and E are incorrect, referencing
relevant Palo Alto Networks documentation where possible (though specific, publicly accessible
documentation on the inner workings of the managed service is limited, the principles are
consistent with their general cloud and firewall offerings):
A. Horizontally scaling out to meet increased traffic demand: This is a core feature of cloud-
native services. Cloud NGFW is designed to automatically scale its resources (compute,
memory, etc.) based on traffic volume. This eliminates the need for manual intervention by the
customer to provision or de-provision resources. This aligns with the general principles of cloud
elasticity and autoscaling, which are fundamental to cloud-native services like Cloud NGFW.
While explicit public documentation detailing the exact scaling mechanism is limited, it's a
standard practice for cloud-based services and is implied in the general description of Cloud
NGFW as a managed service.
B. Installing new content (applications and threats): Palo Alto Networks maintains the threat
intelligence and application databases for Cloud NGFW. This means that updates to these
databases, which are crucial for identifying and blocking threats, are automatically pushed to
the service by Palo Alto Networks. Customers do not need to manually download or install these
updates. This is consistent with how Palo Alto Networks manages its other security services,
such as Threat Prevention and WildFire, where content updates are delivered automatically.
C. Installing new PAN-OS software updates: Just like content updates, PAN-OS software
updates are also managed by Palo Alto Networks for Cloud NGFW. This ensures that the
service is always running the latest and most secure version of the operating system. This
removes the operational burden of managing software updates from the customer. This is a key
advantage of a managed service.
D. Blocking high-risk S2C threats in accordance with SOC2 compliance: While Cloud NGFW
does block threats, including server-to-client (S2C) threats, the management of this blocking is
not inherently performed by the service in the context of SOC2 compliance. SOC2 is an auditing
framework, and compliance is the customer's responsibility. The service provides the tools to
achieve security controls, but demonstrating and maintaining compliance is the customer's task.
The service does not inherently manage the compliance process itself.
E. Decrypting high-risk SSL traffic: While Cloud NGFW can decrypt SSL traffic for inspection
(SSL Forward Proxy), the question asks about tasks inherently performed by the service.
Decryption is a configurable option. Customers choose whether or not to enable SSL
decryption. It is not something the service automatically does without explicit configuration.
Therefore, it's not an inherent
management task performed by the service.
In summary, horizontal scaling, content updates, and PAN-OS updates are all handled
automatically by the Cloud NGFW service, making A, B, and C the correct answers. D and E
involve customer configuration or compliance considerations, not inherent management tasks
performed by the service itself.

10. Which three statements describe the functionality of a Dynamic Address Group in Security
policy? (Choose three.)
A. Its update requires "Commit" to enforce membership mapping.
B. It allows creation and enforcement of consistent Security policy across multiple cloud
environments.
C. Tags cannot be defined statically on the firewall.
D. It uses tags as filtering criteria to determine IP address mapping to a group.
E. Its maximum number of registered IP addresses is dependent on the firewall platform.
Answer: B, D, E
Explanation:
Dynamic Address Groups provide dynamic membership based on tags:
A. Its update requires "Commit" to enforce membership mapping: Dynamic Address Groups
update their membership automatically based on tag changes. A commit is not required for the
group membership to reflect tag changes. The commit is required to apply the security policy
using the dynamic address group.
B. It allows creation and enforcement of consistent Security policy across multiple cloud
environments: This is a key benefit. Tags and Dynamic Address Groups can be used to create
consistent security policies across different cloud environments, simplifying multi-cloud
management.
C. Tags cannot be defined statically on the firewall: Tags can be defined statically on the
firewall, as well as dynamically through integrations with cloud providers or other systems.
D. It uses tags as filtering criteria to determine IP address mapping to a group: This is the core
functionality of Dynamic Address Groups. They use tags to dynamically determine which IP
addresses should be included in the group.
E. Its maximum number of registered IP addresses is dependent on the firewall platform: The
capacity of Dynamic Address Groups is limited by the hardware/virtual resource capacity of the
firewall.
Reference: The Palo Alto Networks firewall administrator's guide provides detailed information
on Dynamic Address Groups, including how they use tags and their limitations.
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