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Cisco 642-544 Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | Cisco |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Implementing Cisco Security Monitoring, Analysis and Response System |
| Exam Number: | 642-544 |
| Exam Price: | USD 150–200 (historical) |
| Related Certifications: | Cisco Security Monitoring Specialist CCSP |
| Passing Score: | Approx. 750/1000 |
| Exam Format: | Simulations, Multiple Choice |
| Exam Duration: | 75 minutes |
| Real Exam Qty: | 49–54 |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 3 years |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Recommended Training: | Implementing Cisco Security Monitoring, Analysis and Response System (MARS) course |
| Exam Registration: | Pearson VUE |
| Sample Questions: |  |
| Exam Way: | Delivered via Pearson VUE test centers; retired exam |
| Pre Condition: | Recommended: CCNA Security or equivalent knowledge |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.cisco.com |
Cisco 642-544 Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Topic 1: Cisco Security MARS Overview and Architecture | 20% | - Identify components, features and functions of Cisco Security MARS - Describe deployment options and architecture |
| Topic 2: Installation and Initial Configuration | 20% | - Perform initial setup and system administration - Install and configure the Cisco Security MARS appliance |
| Topic 3: Monitoring, Analysis and Alerting | 25% | - Create and run queries and reports - Configure alerts, notifications and rules - Investigate events and security incidents |
| Topic 4: Device Integration and Log Collection | 25% | - Configure log collection and normalization - Add Cisco security devices to MARS - Add third-party and non-Cisco reporting devices |
| Topic 5: Management and Maintenance | 10% | - Use Global Controller for multi-appliance management - System maintenance and software updates |
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The official Cisco Implementing Cisco Security Monitoring, Analysis and Response System outline defines 5 domains. The leading three are Cisco Security MARS Overview and Architecture (20%), Management and Maintenance (10%), and Monitoring, Analysis and Alerting (25%). The full list is in the topics section above, and Prep4SureReview's 49 practice questions cover each one.
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The 642-544 exam is a Cisco certification exam validating the Cisco Implementing Cisco Security Monitoring, Analysis and Response System syllabus shown above. It belongs to these credential paths: CCSP, Cisco Security Monitoring Specialist. Candidates in 2026 prepare for it with Prep4SureReview's 49 practice questions, available as a printable PDF, a Windows Desktop Test Engine, and an Online Test Engine — three versions of the same materials.
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