SISE Network Access Device Administration Practice Question
You are implementing TACACS+ device administration for a group of routers. You need to assign specific privilege levels to different users. Where in the ISE policy set is this privilege assignment configured?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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In the Shell Profile assigned to the Authorization Policy.
Privilege levels are defined within the Shell Profile, which is then mapped to an authorization policy.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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In the Shell Profile assigned to the Authorization Policy.
Why this is correct
Shell Profiles control attributes like privilege level, autocommand, and idle timeout.
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In the Network Device Group settings.
Why it's wrong here
Device groups are for logical categorization, not attribute delivery.
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In the Command Set configuration.
Why it's wrong here
Command sets restrict the actual commands executed, not the privilege level of the session.
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In the Network Device definition.
Why it's wrong here
The network device definition handles shared secrets and TACACS+ settings, not user-specific attributes.
Quick reference
AAA Protocol Comparison
| Protocol | Port(s) | Encryption | Transport | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RADIUS | 1812 / 1813 | Password only | UDP | Network access control |
| TACACS+ | 49 | Full packet | TCP | Device administration |
| Diameter | 3868 | Full session | TCP / SCTP | Carrier / mobile networks |
| 802.1X | — | EAP-based | Layer 2 | Port-based access control |
TACACS+ encrypts the entire packet; RADIUS only encrypts the password field — a key exam distinction.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Cisco exam blueprint
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