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🛡️ Specialist Certification · 1Z0-116

Oracle Database
Security Administrator (1Z0-116)

Become an OCP Oracle Database Security Expert. Master encryption, auditing, Database Vault, access control and the Database Security Assessment Tool to protect mission-critical enterprise data.

Database Vault Auditing Encryption & TDE Access Control Data Masking OCP Expert
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User & Privilege SecurityAuthentication, contexts & FGAC
Database VaultRealms, command rules & factors
AuditingUnified, fine-grained & privileged audit
Network & EncryptionTLS, TDE & data masking
72
Exam Questions
120
Minutes Duration
59%
Passing Score
Online
Proctored Exam
Why It's Trending

Data Security Expertise is Mission-Critical

With regulatory compliance and cyber threats on the rise, organizations urgently need DBAs who can secure data at every layer — from network encryption to row-level access control.

Trending
78%
Of Breaches Involve Database Data
Database-layer security skills are essential to reducing organizational risk exposure.
30K+
Security-Focused DBA Openings
Demand for database security specialists continues to outpace supply across enterprises.
Trending
OCP
Expert-Level Recognition
1Z0-116 validates deep, hands-on Oracle Database security administration skills.
+35%
Premium for Security Specialists
Professionals with database security credentials command significantly higher compensation.
Certification Path

A Specialist Track for Security-Focused DBAs

Foundation
Database Administration
Core OCA/OCP Skills
Step 1
Oracle Database 19c Admin
Manage & Maintain Databases
You Are Here
Database Security Administrator
1Z0-116 Specialization
Pairs Well
Performance Mgmt & Tuning
Secure & Optimized Environments
Advanced
OCI Security & Compliance
Cloud Database Protection

Exam 1Z0-116 builds on core Oracle Database Administration skills, positioning experienced DBAs as security specialists — a credential that pairs powerfully with performance tuning expertise and Oracle Cloud security roles.

Exam Overview

Exam 1Z0-116: Oracle Database Security Administrator

Language
English
Duration
120 Minutes
Total Questions
72
Passing Score
59%
Format
Multiple Choice, Proctored Online
Delivery
Proctored Online

The Oracle Database Security Administrator certification validates the skills of an OCP Oracle Database Security Expert. Candidates can assess organizational security needs, deploy a Maximum-Security Architecture, manage users and authentication, configure contexts and fine-grained access control, administer Database Vault, configure auditing, secure network communication and encryption, and use the Database Security Assessment Tool to evaluate risk.

Course Content

Complete Oracle Database Security Curriculum

Click any module to expand and explore the topics covered in detail.

01
Overview
3 Topics
Assess security needs (risk reduction, regulatory compliance)
Assess the typical attack points for a database
Deploy the Maximum-Security Architecture
02
Manage Database Users
6 Topics
Administer OS Authentication
Administer Kerberos Authentication
Administer PKI Certificate Authentication
Administer Enterprise User Security
Administer Centrally Managed Users
Identify Inactive accounts
03
Manage and Secure Passwords
5 Topics
Secure Passwords in scripts and applications
Change a user's password securely
Administer a secure external password store to secure passwords
Administer the Database Password File
Control the use of a password file
04
Configure and Use Contexts
13 Topics
Understand and use USERENV variables
Understand and Use Client Identifiers
Extend Unified Auditing with Context information
Use context information with Secure Application Roles
Administer System and Object Privileges
Assign Administrative Privileges
Configure Secure Application Roles
Configure Global Roles (EUS/CMU)
Perform Privilege Analysis
Configure Fine Grained Access Control (FGAC)
Configure FGAC with Real Application Security
Configure FGAC with Virtual Private Database
Configure FGAC with Oracle Label Security
05
Configure and Manage Database Vault
6 Topics
Describe the Default Separation of Duties with Database Vault
Configure Database Vault Factors, Rules, and Rule Sets
Configure Database Vault Mandatory and non-Mandatory Realms
Configure Database Vault Command Rules
Configure Realms, Command Rules, and Application Context to enforce trusted path access
Perform Database Vault Operations Control
06
Configure and Use Auditing
4 Topics
Perform Privileged User Audit
Configure Standard Audit
Configure Fine Grained Auditing
Configure and use Unified Audit
07
Configure Network Security
24 Topics
Assess the need for Network access control (ACL)
Manage Network ACLs in relation to microservice deployments
Configure ACLs to access passwords in a wallet
Configure Network Service Profiles
Configure and use Listener Valid-Node Checking
Enhance Database Communication Security with SEC_ parameters
Encrypt data in motion
Configure Native Network Encryption
Configure TLS Encryption
Encrypt data at rest with Transparent Database Encryption
Configure Column level and Tablespace level Encryption
Encrypt the Data Dictionary
Migrate unencrypted to encrypted data
Manage Encryption Keys
Administer and use the SYSKM Administrative Privilege
Administer Encryption Wallets
Implement Data Redaction
Implement Enterprise Manager Data Masking Pack
Configure and use the Application Data Model
Perform Sensitive Data Discovery
Deploy Data Masking Formats
Compare In-Database -vs- At-Source execution
Automate Masking operations with EMCLI
Configure Transparent Sensitive Data Protection (TSDP)
08
Invoke the Database Security Assessment Tool
6 Topics
Run the Database Security Assessment Tool
Assess the need for of a CVE
Decode CVSS Risk Scoring
Assess the Shared Responsibility Model
Manage hybrid cloud scenarios
Assess Autonomous Database Self Securing
FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Who should take the 1Z0-116 exam?
Experienced Oracle DBAs and security administrators responsible for protecting database environments and meeting regulatory compliance requirements.
Do I need prerequisites for this exam?
While there is no mandatory prerequisite, strong Oracle Database 19c administration experience is highly recommended before attempting this expert-level exam.
Is the 1Z0-116 exam proctored?
Yes. The exam is delivered as a proctored online exam, monitored to validate candidate identity and exam integrity.
What topics carry the most weight in this exam?
Network security and encryption (TDE, TLS, data masking), Database Vault, auditing and fine-grained access control are the largest focus areas.
What can I pursue after 1Z0-116?
This expert credential pairs well with Oracle Database Performance Management & Tuning (1Z0-084) and OCI security and compliance certifications.
How is the exam scored?
The exam consists of 72 multiple choice questions to be completed in 120 minutes, with a passing score of 59%.
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