The Master CIW Administrator certification track is ideally suited for candidates who wish to demonstrate proficiency and knowledge of network and server administration and security. The certification is ideally suited to those who currently work, or wish to work, as systems administrators, online services managers, online community managers, Internet or intranet network engineers, IT department associates or managers, or related roles.
In order to be eligible to take the Master CIW Administrator exams, candidates must first have obtained the CIW Associate credential (one exam). Once CIW Associate qualified, candidates must pass a further three exams to earn the Master CIW Administrator credential. Those three exams are:
1D0-450 CIW Server Administrator
60 questions, 75 minutes1D0-460 CIW Internetworking Professional
Two modules:
Internet Systems Management - 30 questions
Advanced Internet Systems Management - 30 questions
Passing score is 75% in total, with at least 70% in each of the two modules
60 questions, 75 minutes
Two modules:
TCP/IP Internetworking - 30 questions
Advanced TCP/IP Concepts and Practices - 30 questions
Passing score is 75% in total, with at least 70% in each of the two modules
1D0-470 CIW Security Professional
60 questions, 75 minutesPassing all three of these exams will earn the candidate the title of Master CIW Administrator.
Three modules:
Network Security and Firewalls - 22 questions
Operating Systems Security - 16 questions
Security Auditing, Attacks and Threat Analysis - 22 questions
Passing score is 75% in total, with at least 70% in each of the three modules
Exams can be booked through Prometric or Pearson VUE testing centres and can be paid for by check, credit card or discount exam voucher. If a candidate fails an exam on the first attempt, they may not retake the exam for at least 24 hours. If the candidate fails on their second try (or any number of subsequent times) they must wait at least 30 calendar days for their next try.
Related Links:
Full list of CIW Certifications
Free CIW Study Guides and Practice Questions
Visit the official Master CIW Administrator certification website
