Securing Email with Cisco Email Security Appliance (300-720 SESA)
300-720
A Professional - Concentration-level exam on the Security track, covering Email Security Concepts, ESA Deployment, ESA Policy Configuration, and more, rated Medium in difficulty, recommended for candidates with at least 18 months of hands-on experience, consisting of 60 questions in 90 minutes. Prepare with professionally curated practice questions and walk into exam day with confidence.
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Exam Details
- Time Limit
- 90 min
- Passing Score
- 825
- Exam Questions
- 60
- Exam Fee
- $300
- Format
- Multiple choice / drag and drop / lab simulations
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Exp. Needed
- 18 months
- Cert Valid
- 3 yr
- CE Credits
- 80 credits
- Free Questions
- 20
- Languages
- English, Japanese
What the 300-720 Exam Covers
5 official domains
Email Security Concepts 20%
ESA Deployment 20%
ESA Policy Configuration 25%
ESA Message Filtering 20%
ESA Troubleshooting and Monitoring 15%
Who Should Take This
300-720 target roles
Certification Path
Professional - Concentration · Security
| Prerequisites | 350-701 SCOR or equivalent knowledge |
|---|---|
| Current Exam | 300-720 |
| Next Step | CCNP Security |
300-720 exam guide
How hard is the 300-720 exam?
The 300-720 is rated medium in difficulty, most candidates prepare with at least 18 months of hands-on experience. Difficulty varies with your existing hands-on practice, so use the sample questions on this page to gauge where you stand before booking the real test.
How long should you study for the 300-720?
A practical plan for this difficulty level is 8–12 weeks of focused study at one to two hours a day. Split the time across the official domains below, finish each domain with practice questions, and reserve the final two weeks for full-length timed practice and review of missed questions.
What is the 300-720 exam format?
Expect around 60 questions, 90 minutes to complete, a passing score of 825, formats include multiple choice, drag and drop, lab simulations, the current blueprint is version 1.0, the official exam fee is $300 USD. It is offered in English, Japanese. Check your local testing provider for delivery options and any regional pricing differences.
Who should take the 300-720 exam?
This is a professional - concentration-level certification, the prerequisite is 350-701 scor or equivalent knowledge, typical target roles include email security engineer, security engineer, messaging administrator, security analyst. If the role you are aiming for appears on that list, the credential is a direct investment in your next job move rather than a general-purpose certificate.
What comes after the 300-720?
Candidates who pass usually continue with CCNP Security, this exam sits on the Security track. Map the whole path before you start studying so each certificate builds on the previous one instead of repeating the same ground.
How do you renew the 300-720 certification?
The certification remains valid for 3 years, renewal is possible via ce credits or pass any professional-level or expert-level exam, that path requires 80 continuing-education credits. Plan the renewal before the expiry date so the credential never lapses on your CV or job application.
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