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ADV-SEC Advanced Security & Identity

Workday Advanced Security Administration

Certification covering Workday domain and business process security policies, role-based security groups, segregation of duties, and integration system users.

Last updated 2026-09-22

6 Questions
3 Free to try
90m Duration
65 Passing score

About the ADV-SEC exam

Workday Advanced Security Administration (ADV-SEC) is a advanced-level Workday certification covering 6 topic areas. The trykickoff ADV-SEC practice bank holds 6 questions with an explanation on every one, and 3 of them are free to try without an account.

Who this exam is typically for

Security administrators IAM engineers Security analysts Compliance specialists

Sample ADV-SEC question

A real question from the ADV-SEC bank, with the explanation that ships with it.

Domain Security

What is a Domain Security Policy?

  • AA policy that controls access to a functional area and its data
  • BA payroll pay group
  • CA benefit program offered to workers
  • DA prompt on a custom report
Show answer and explanation

Correct answer: A — A policy that controls access to a functional area and its data

Domain security policies grant view and modify access to functional areas of Workday.

Topics covered

Question distribution across the 6-question ADV-SEC bank.

  • Domain Security 1 questions
  • Segregation of Duties 1 questions
  • Security Groups 1 questions
  • Business Process Security 1 questions
  • Integration Security 1 questions
  • Provisioning 1 questions

Skills tested

Every topic area the ADV-SEC bank currently covers.

Domain Security Segregation of Duties Security Groups Business Process Security Integration Security Provisioning

Light practice set. A quick check of the topic areas rather than a full mock exam.

How to prepare

A six-step routine that works whether you have a week or a month.

  1. 1

    Check where you stand

    Take the 3 free ADV-SEC questions first. No account is needed, and every answer comes with an explanation.

  2. 2

    Work the topic areas

    Study the 6 topic areas listed below, starting with the ones carrying the most questions.

  3. 3

    Practise with explanations

    Use practice mode so you see the verdict and the reasoning straight after each answer.

  4. 4

    Review your weak topics

    After each attempt, read the per-topic breakdown and redo the areas you scored lowest on.

  5. 5

    Sit a timed attempt

    Switch to exam mode and work to the 90-minute limit to build pacing.

  6. 6

    Retake until consistent

    Repeat until you clear the 65 passing score on the full bank, not just the free set.

What you get

  • Scenario-based questions that mirror the real ADV-SEC exam style.
  • An explanation for every question, so you understand the reasoning, not just the answer.
  • Practice mode with instant feedback and progress saved between sessions.
  • A per-topic breakdown after each attempt to show where to focus next.
  • Unlimited retakes with reshuffled questions on the full bank.

ADV-SEC at a glance

Exam code
ADV-SEC
Vendor
Workday
Category
Security & Identity
Difficulty
Advanced
Duration
90 min
Passing score
65
Total questions
6
Free questions
3

Frequently asked questions

Is the ADV-SEC practice test free?

Yes. trykickoff offers 3 free ADV-SEC practice questions with explanations. The full bank of 6 questions is available for $29.00.

How many questions are in the ADV-SEC question bank?

The trykickoff ADV-SEC bank contains 6 practice questions covering 6 topic areas.

What is the passing score for ADV-SEC?

The passing score for ADV-SEC is 65. The exam duration is approximately 90 minutes.

Do I need an account to practice?

No. You can take the free practice quiz without an account. Creating a free account lets you save progress and unlock full exam banks.

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