Specialist Infrastructure Security Exam (DCS) Practice Exam

The Specialist Infrastructure Security Exam (DCS) from Dell is a IT security focused certification specifically focused on IT infrastructure security. The Dell DCS certification attests to your skills and knowledge in securing Dell infrastructure solutions for the organization. The Dell DCS certification exam includes network security, data protection, and risk management. Candidates are certified as per their skills in implementing security measures, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing best practices for teh security of Dell systems, infrastructure and networks.
Why is Specialist Infrastructure Security Exam (DCS) important?

• Validates expertise in Dell infrastructure security, enhancing professional credibility.
• Opens up opportunities for promotions and roles in cybersecurity and infrastructure security.
• Confirms understanding of security principles specific to Dell products and solutions.
• Equips candidates with the latest security practices and technologies related to Dell infrastructure.
• Adds credibility to your specialized skills in Dell infrastructure security related roles.

Who should take the Specialist Infrastructure Security Exam (DCS) Exam?

• Infrastructure Security Specialist
• Systems Administrator
• Network Security Engineer
• IT Security Analyst
• Cybersecurity Consultant

Skills Evaluated

Candidates taking the certification exam on the Specialist Infrastructure Security Exam (DCS) is evaluated for the following skills:

• Network Security
• Risk Assessment
• Infrastructure Security
• Data Protection

Specialist Infrastructure Security Exam (DCS) Certification Course Outline
The certification exam, Dell Specialist Infrastructure Security (DCS) Certification includes the following topics -

Module 1. NIST Framework Overview

• Explain the NIST Framework architecture and purpose including the Core, Tiers, and Profiles

• Illustrate the Category layer and related topics as per the NIST Framework functions

Module 2. NIST Framework: Identify Function

• Illustrate what constitutes an asset and which assets need to be protected

• Explain for a continuously updated inventory - the "who/what/why"
  

• Explain the advantage and facility provided by discovery and inventory in the planning of DR (Disaster Recovery), Incident Response, Communications, and BIA (Business Impact Analysis)

• Explain the controls for the inventory classification and explain the KPIs developed around these controls

Module 3. NIST Framework: Protect Function

• Illustrate why to create and document a baseline configuration

• Illustrate how the BIA (Business Impact Analysis) is crucial to the protect function

• Explain what role does the BCP (Business Continuity Plan) and BIA (Business Impact Analysis) play
  

• Explain the maintenance and access control subcategory controls for the protect function

• Illustrate the awareness training, data security and protective technology subcategory controls of the protect function

Module 4. NIST Framework: Detect Function

• Describe every component or part of a breach, like its constituents, why and how it occurred and how to avoid it

• Explain the various detection methods and how to implement them

• continuous monitoring details and benefits
  

• Explain and identify the subcategories associated with detection and analysis

Module 5. NIST Framework: Respond Function

• Illustrate how to quantify the extent of a security breach

• Explain how to contain a security breach

• Understand an effective Incident Response Plan

• Illustrate the purpose and details of an effective Communications Plan

• Explain the after action plan and review

Module 6. NIST Framework: Recover Function

• Determine and explain the considerations when implementing a Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)

• Illustrate how the BCP (Business Continuity Plan) supports “timely recovery to normal operations to reduce the impact from a cybersecurity incident.”

• Assess and describe the requirements and processes to return to "business as usual"

• Explain the process of understanding the impact to the business, including reputation and revenue