Question 1

How many 156-561 practice questions are there?

Accepted Answer

150 questions across 1 version, each with the correct answer and an explanation.

Question 2

Are there free 156-561 sample questions?

Accepted Answer

Yes. 12 sample questions are free; 6 are open to everyone and the rest unlock with a free account.

Question 3

What does full access include?

Accepted Answer

Every 156-561 question in study, timed and flashcard modes, explanations for each answer, and progress that saves so you can resume.

Question 4

What topics does 156-561 cover?

Accepted Answer

Introducing CloudGuard (12.5%), CloudGuard Network Security Architectures (12.5%), CloudGuard Network Security Management (12.5%), CloudGuard Network Security Scaling (12.5%), CloudGuard Network Security Clustering in the Cloud (12.5%), CloudGuard Network Security Policy (12.5%), CloudGuard Network Security Automation (12.5%), Troubleshoot CloudGuard Network Security (12.5%).

Question 5

What is the Check Point 156-561 exam?

Accepted Answer

156-561 is the exam for the Check Point Certified Cloud Specialist (CCCS) R81.20 accreditation. It validates your ability to deploy, scale, cluster, manage, automate, and troubleshoot Check Point CloudGuard Network Security in AWS and Azure. It is an Infinity Specialist Accreditation that counts toward the Check Point Certified Security Master (CCSM) path.

Question 6

What is the difference between 156-560 and 156-561?

Accepted Answer

156-560 was the original Cloud Specialist (CCCS) exam and retired on December 31, 2024. 156-561 is the current CCCS exam based on R81.20, which folds in content from the retired CNSE-AWS and CNSE-Azure expert courses (auto-scaling, clustering, and automation across AWS and Azure). Candidates should now register for 156-561.

Question 7

How do I register for the 156-561 CCCS exam and how much does it cost?

Accepted Answer

Register through Pearson VUE at vue.com/checkpoint. The CCCS exam is a multiple-choice exam; the commonly listed format is 75 questions in 90 minutes with a 70% passing score and a fee of about $250 USD. Check Point does not publish these format details on an official per-exam page, so confirm current specifics at registration.

Question 8

What topics are covered on the 156-561 exam?

Accepted Answer

The official CCCS R81.20 course covers eight modules: Introducing CloudGuard; CloudGuard Network Security Architectures; Management; Scaling (Azure VMSS, AWS EC2 Auto Scaling); Clustering in the Cloud (Azure HA, AWS Cluster); Policy (Adaptive Security Policy); Automation; and Troubleshooting CloudGuard Network Security.

Question 9

Do I need CCSA before taking the 156-561 CCCS exam?

Accepted Answer

CCSA is recommended on the official learning path but is not a hard prerequisite for the CCCS accreditation. Check Point also removed the former CCCS prerequisite from the CNSE exams when releasing R81.20.

Question 10

How much does the 156-561 exam cost?

Accepted Answer

The 156-561 exam fee is $250 (USD; local pricing varies by region and provider).

Question 11

What is the passing score for 156-561?

Accepted Answer

You need 70% to pass 156-561.

Question 12

How long is the 156-561 certification valid?

Accepted Answer

2 years. Recertification: Retake and pass the current CCCS exam; As an Infinity Specialist Accreditation (ISA), passing it after a valid CCSE can extend a CCSE/CCSM/CCSM Elite for 1 year (per Certification Program FAQ).

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156-561Check Point Certified Cloud Specialist (CCCS) R81.20 practice test

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Practice 156-561 in the simulator.

156-561, by the numbers.

Everything about 156-561.

Exam information

01Exam format90 min · 754

02Registration$250 · Pearson VUE, online proctoring3

03Validity2 years2

04In our question bankv1 (150)

What 156-561 covers

01Introducing CloudGuard12.5%1 topic

1.1CloudGuard Network Security fundamentalsDescribe the core capabilities of Check Point CloudGuard and its role in securing cloud environments2 obj.

Hands-on skills & common mistakesConfusing CloudGuard Network Security with CloudGuard CNAPP/CSPM posture products

02CloudGuard Network Security Architectures12.5%1 topic

03CloudGuard Network Security Management12.5%1 topic

04CloudGuard Network Security Scaling12.5%1 topic

05CloudGuard Network Security Clustering in the Cloud12.5%1 topic

06CloudGuard Network Security Policy12.5%1 topic

07CloudGuard Network Security Automation12.5%1 topic

08Troubleshoot CloudGuard Network Security12.5%1 topic