RSA Archer Associate Exam Guide
RSA Archer Associate Exam Guide
Introduction
The RSA Archer Associate examination is based on the critical job functions that an individual would typically be
expected to perform with competence when providing RSA Archer deployment services.
An RSA Archer Associate is a person who works in a technical support, technical sales, professional services
and/or other technical implementation role within RSA, within an RSA Partner organization, or within an
organization using RSA Archer.
The major job functions expected of an RSA Archer Associate typically consist of four major areas of job role
responsibility:
General knowledge about RSA Archer solutions
Aptitude with managing common RSA Archer application configurations
Familiarity with RSA Archer communication strategies
Understanding the basics RSA Archer access control
Examination Domains
The RSA Archer Associate examination is comprised of four major Domains (subject areas). Each Domain is
represented by a series of questions designed to evaluate competence and knowledge of the elements relating to
that domain. The following table describes the proportion of the examination that relates to each domain:
Domain % of Examination
1.0: RSA Archer Solution Knowledge 25 %
2.0: Application Configuration 35 %
3.0: Communication Strategies 25 %
4.0: Access Control 15 %
TOTAL 100 %
Domain 1.0: RSA Archer Solution Knowledge
The RSA Archer Associate must have fundamental knowledge of RSA Archer solutions to explain how Archer
assists in the maturity of an organization’s GRC program.
Content Area
RSA Archer Business Solutions
- High-level solution concepts and goals
Content Areas
Application-level configurations
-Data-Driven Events and Workflows
-Layout Objects and User Experience
Field Options
- Required fields
- Calculations
Data Import
Content Areas
Subscription Notifications
Advanced Search
- Conducting statistical reports
Report Management
- Charting options
Workspaces and Dashboards
Content Areas
Security Parameters
Access Roles and Groups
Record permission options and page privileges
Examination Preparation
Product Training
Although RSA Archer product training is not a strict requirement in preparation for the RSA Archer Associate
Examination, it is highly recommended.
For full and detailed descriptions of RSA Archer course offerings, visit:
https://community.rsa.com/community/training/archer-grc-training.
Product Experience
Many of the areas addressed by the RSA Archer Associate exam will be familiar to the candidate who has
worked with the RSA Archer product.
The RSA Archer Associate exam content areas cover a wide range of RSA Archer product functions because an
RSA Archer Associate may be called upon to perform deployments, work closely with and educate system
administrators and other personnel, and maintain the day-to-day operation of an RSA Archer implementation.
Examination Details
Testing Centers, Locations, and Registration
The RSA Archer Administrator examination is administered by the Pearson VUE organization – an internationally
known examination provider. Examination centers are located worldwide. Visit the Pearson VUE web site
(www.pearsonvue.com/rsa/) and use the Test Center Locator to find a testing facility convenient to you.
You may also use the Pearson VUE site to create a personal login account and register for an exam. The RSA
Archer Associate exam code is 050-6201-ARCHERASC01.
Exam Questions
The RSA Archer Associate exam consists of 70 questions to be completed in 85 minutes. The exam consists of
multiple-choice, multiple-response, or true/false type questions. The exam is computer-based and closed book –
you may not utilize any printed material, personal computers, calculators, cell phones, etc. during the test.
The minimum passing score is 70%. Test results are calculated automatically at the conclusion of the test and
testing center personnel can often provide you with an authorized copy of your results before you leave the
testing center.
Exam Costs
The fee for taking the exam is US$ 150.00.
Language Availability
The RSA Archer Associate exam is available in North American English.