350-701 Question #367: Real Exam Question with Answer & Explanation

The correct answer is D: publisher. When Cisco FMC and Cisco ISE are integrated using pxGrid, the Cisco FMC assumes the role of a publisher.

Submitted by suresh_in· Mar 30, 2026

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An engineer integrates Cisco FMC and Cisco ISE using pxGrid. Which role is assigned for Cisco FMC?

When Cisco FMC and Cisco ISE are integrated using pxGrid, the Cisco FMC assumes the role of a publisher.

Common mistakes.

A. A client would typically consume information, whereas FMC provides information about user and device context to ISE.
B. While ISE can act as a pxGrid server/controller, FMC's role in this specific integration is to publish data.
C. Cisco ISE is typically considered the pxGrid controller, managing the pxGrid network, while FMC is a specific type of participant.

Concept tested. Cisco FMC and ISE pxGrid Roles

Reference. https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/td/docs/security/firepower/640/configuration/guide/fpmc-config-guide-v64/integrating_with_cisco_ise.html

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