Cisco · 2026 Edition
A complete preparation guide written by Cisco-certified engineers. Covers the exam format,all 6 blueprint domains, a week-by-week study plan, and proven tips for passing first time.
2–4 months
Prep time
Intermediate
Difficulty
200
Exam questions
Variable
Pass mark
Exam code
SCAZT
Full name
Cisco Designing and Implementing Secure Cloud Access for Users and Endpoints (SCAZT, 300-740, CCNP Security)
Vendor
Cisco
Duration
120 minutes
Questions
200 items
Passing score
Variable
Domains covered
6 blueprint domains
Recommended experience
Foundational IT knowledge recommended
Typical prep time
2–4 months
Domain percentage weights are not currently available for this exam. The checklist below is still useful for planning your study.
Passing score: Cisco passing scores vary by exam version and are not always publicly listed. Check the official Cisco exam page before booking.
Phase 1
User And Device Security
Tip: Study the official exam objectives for this domain before practising questions.
Phase 2
Visibility And Assurance
Tip: Study the official exam objectives for this domain before practising questions.
Phase 3
Application And Data Security
Tip: Study the official exam objectives for this domain before practising questions.
Phase 4
Threat Response
Tip: Study the official exam objectives for this domain before practising questions.
Phase 5
Cloud Security Architecture
Tip: Study the official exam objectives for this domain before practising questions.
Phase 6
Network And Cloud Security
Tip: Study the official exam objectives for this domain before practising questions.
Study the official exam blueprint — weight percentages tell you exactly where to invest prep time.
Practise scenario-based questions regularly — every modern cert exam is scenario-heavy.
Use spaced repetition to retain what you've learned (Courseiva does this automatically).
Book your exam date once you're scoring 80%+ consistently on practice tests.
Review explanations for every wrong answer, not just the question — the 'why' is what makes it stick.
Apply everything in this guide with adaptive practice questions, detailed answer explanations, and domain analytics.