Splunk study guides¶
Guides are grouped by editorial learning level, then sorted naturally by exam code. These levels are wayfinding aids, not vendor-issued designations. The collections section offers a second, overlapping view based on what you want to learn.
Beginner and foundational¶
Start here for foundational vocabulary, concepts, and low-prerequisite certifications.
Splunk Core Certified Power User
Official objectives checked 2026-10-29
Splunk Core Certified User
Official objectives checked 2026-10-29
Splunk O11y Cloud Certified Metrics User
Official objectives checked 2026-10-28
Intermediate, associate, and specialty¶
Role-based and specialty guides that assume practical product or platform experience.
Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Analyst
Official objectives checked 2026-10-29
Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Engineer
Official objectives checked 2026-10-28
Splunk Core Certified Advanced Power User
Official objectives checked 2026-10-29
Splunk Cloud Certified Admin
Official objectives checked 2026-10-28
Splunk Enterprise Certified Admin
Official objectives checked 2026-10-28
Expert and professional¶
Advanced architecture, leadership, and professional certifications for experienced practitioners.
Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Architect
Official objectives checked 2026-10-28
Splunk Core Certified Consultant
Official objectives checked 2026-10-28
Splunk Enterprise Certified Architect
Official objectives checked 2026-10-28