Important Notice: Certification Program Transition and Account Migration

Effective November 10, 2026, the CyberArk certification program reached its end of life and transition into the Palo Alto Networks certification program on Pearson.

Please review the timeline, registration freeze details, and account instructions below to ensure a seamless transition.

 

CyberArk Certification Transition

As of November 10, 2026, the CyberArk certification program has been retired and transitioned to the Palo Alto Networks certification program at Pearson. Review the information below for important dates, registration updates, and instructions for accessing your Pearson account.

Key Timeline

  • November 11 – November 23, 2026 (Registration Freeze): A temporary moratorium is in effect for all new CyberArk exam registrations while systems and records are migrated.
  • November 18, 2026 (Exam Details Published): Specific details regarding the exams will be made available on the Palo Alto Networks website.
  • November 24, 2026 (Platform Reopening): Candidates can access the Palo Alto Networks Pearson portal to schedule and complete certification exams.

What This Means for Your Pearson Account

Starting November 24, 2026, how you access your account depends on your current profile status:

  • Candidates with both a Palo Alto Networks AND a CyberArk Pearson Account:
    • Your accounts must be consolidated to ensure your exam history and credentials carry over accurately.
    • Beginning November 24, 2026, contact Pearson Customer Support to request an account merge.

Further Information & Support

Detailed information regarding exam equivalencies, updated exam codes, and catalog availability within the Palo Alto Networks platform will be published shortly.

For more information about the Palo Alto Networks certification program and the future of the certification exams, please visit the Palo Alto Networks Certification Program website.

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Last updated 2026-11-13