NetSec-Architect Practice Question: Centralized Management And Security Automation AT Scale
An architect is configuring role-based access control (RBAC) in Panorama. A specific SOC team needs permission to view logs and execute operational commands (such as packet captures) on a specific Device Group, but must be strictly prohibited from modifying security policies or network objects. Which configuration step accomplishes this?
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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Create an Admin Role Profile with Read-Only access to configuration and Superuser access to operational tasks, assigned alongside a Device Group filter.
Panorama Admin Roles allow the definition of granular access profiles where operational privileges can be granted while configuration privileges are set to 'None' for specific Device Groups.
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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Configure a custom Authentication Profile pointing to RADIUS and disable all CLI access.
Why it's wrong here
Authentication profiles handle user authentication, not authorization permissions or granular UI/CLI feature access.
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Assign the built-in 'superuser' role and rely on local firewall password policies.
Why it's wrong here
The superuser role grants full administrative privileges, violating the principle of least privilege.
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Use Panorama Template settings to lock out the configuration commit button for non-admin users.
Why it's wrong here
Templates manage network configurations, not administrative RBAC permissions.
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Create an Admin Role Profile with Read-Only access to configuration and Superuser access to operational tasks, assigned alongside a Device Group filter.
Why this is correct
Admin Role Profiles define precise access rights to configuration versus operational tasks, and Device Group filters restrict the scope of managed elements.
Quick reference
Access Control Model Comparison
| Model | Acronym | Who Controls Access? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Discretionary Access Control | DAC | Resource owner | Small teams, file shares |
| Mandatory Access Control | MAC | System / security labels | Classified govt / military |
| Role-Based Access Control | RBAC | Administrator (via roles) | Enterprise environments |
| Attribute-Based Access Control | ABAC | Policy engine (user + resource attributes) | Fine-grained, dynamic policies |
| Rule-Based Access Control | RuBAC | System rules / ACLs | Firewall rules, network ACLs |
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Palo Alto Networks exam blueprint
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