050-6201-ARCHERASC01 Exam Information and Guideline
RSA Archer Associate
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The RSA Archer Associate examination is based on the critical job functions that an individual would typically be expected to perform with competence when providing RSA Archer deployment services.
An RSA Archer Associate is a person who works in a technical support, technical sales, professional services and/or other technical implementation role within RSA, within an RSA Partner organization, or within an organization using RSA Archer.
The major job functions expected of an RSA Archer Associate typically consist of four major areas of job role responsibility:
General knowledge about RSA Archer solutions
Aptitude with managing common RSA Archer application configurations
Familiarity with RSA Archer communication strategies
Understanding the basics RSA Archer access control
An RSA Archer Associate candidate should have completed the RSA Archer 6 Administration I course, or have a minimum of six months experience working with the RSA Archer Platform. Candidates should also have a basic understanding of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) concepts, as well as RSA Archer solutions areas.
1.0: RSA Archer Solution Knowledge 25 %
2.0: Application Configuration 35 %
3.0: Communication Strategies 25%
4.0: Access Control 15%
Total: 100%
The RSA Archer Associate must have fundamental knowledge of RSA Archer solutions to explain how Archer assists in the maturity of an organizations GRC program.
Content Area
RSA Archer Business Solutions
High-level solution concepts and goals
Domain 2.0: Application Configuration
RSA Archer Associates must understand how to configure fields, applications, dashboards, and workspaces within RSA Archer. Configuring RSA Archer with the end users in mind is an important component for successful user adoption. RSA Archer Associates should also be able to import data into an instance of RSA Archer to assist with data migration from legacy systems.
Content Areas
Application-level configurations
- Data-Driven Events and Workflows
- Layout Objects and User Experience
Field Options
- Required fields
- Calculations
Data Import
Domain 3.0: Communication Strategies
The RSA Archer Associate must understand and be able to configure the various notification types with RSA Archer. The RSA Archer Associate is expected to know how to perform advanced searches within Archer and create statistical reports in order to assist in communicating relevant data in a digestible format.
Content Areas
Subscription Notifications
Advanced Search
- Conducting statistical reports
Report Management
- Charting options
Workspaces and Dashboards
Domain 4.0: Access Control
An RSA Archer Associate is expected to have a fundamental understanding of access control in RSA Archer to ensure the right people see the right data at the right time.
Content Areas
Security Parameters
Access Roles and Groups
Record permission options and page privileges
Examination Preparation
Product Training
Although RSA Archer product training is not a strict requirement in preparation for the RSA Archer Associate Examination, it is highly recommended
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Product Experience
Many of the areas addressed by the RSA Archer Associate exam will be familiar to the candidate who has worked with the RSA Archer product.
The RSA Archer Associate exam content areas cover a wide range of RSA Archer product functions because an RSA Archer Associate may be called upon to perform deployments, work closely with and educate system administrators and other personnel, and maintain the day-to-day operation of an RSA Archer implementation.
Examination Details
Testing Centers, Locations, and Registration
The RSA Archer Administrator examination is administered by the Pearson VUE organization – an internationally known examination provider. Examination centers are located worldwide. Visit the Pearson VUE web site (www.pearsonvue.com/rsa/) and use the Test Center Locator to find a testing facility convenient to you.
You may also use the Pearson VUE site to create a personal login account and register for an exam. The RSA Archer Associate exam code is 050-6201-ARCHERASC01.
Exam Questions
The RSA Archer Associate exam consists of 70 questions to be completed in 85 minutes. The exam consists of multiple-choice, multiple-response, or true/false type questions. The exam is computer-based and closed book – you may not utilize any printed material, personal computers, calculators, cell phones, etc. during the test.
The minimum passing score is 70%. Test results are calculated automatically at the conclusion of the test and testing center personnel can often provide you with an authorized copy of your results before you leave the testing center.