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350-701 Practice Question: Is implementing Cisco TrustSec in an enterprise…
A network engineer is implementing Cisco TrustSec in an enterprise network. Which two components are required for TrustSec to function correctly? (Choose two.)
⚠ Common exam trap
Cisco often tests the distinction between required components (ISE and SXP) and optional or derivative elements (AAA server, Firepower, SGACLs) to catch candidates who confuse the policy enforcement mechanism with the foundational infrastructure.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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ISE
Cisco TrustSec uses the Identity Services Engine (ISE) as the centralized policy server to define and enforce security group tags (SGTs) and access policies. ISE is the mandatory policy decision point that assigns SGTs to endpoints and distributes them to network devices via SXP or inline tagging. Without ISE, there is no mechanism to create, manage, or propagate the SGT-based policies that TrustSec relies on.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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ISE
Why this is correct
ISE is the policy server that defines TrustSec policies and distributes SGTs.
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AAA server
Why it's wrong here
While ISE includes AAA, a standalone AAA server is not sufficient for TrustSec policy management.
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Firepower
Why it's wrong here
Firepower is not a required component for TrustSec; it may integrate but is not mandatory.
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SXP
Why this is correct
SXP is used to propagate SGTs to devices that do not support CTS natively.
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SGACL
Why it's wrong here
SGACL is a feature that is applied on access devices, not a required component itself.
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