Positioned as the natural next step after CSA, this Pega CSSA course covers Enterprise Class Structure, rule resolution, advanced case lifecycle configuration, REST/SOAP integrations, and RBAC/ABAC security models. Sessions combine instructor-led walkthroughs with guided labs on live Pega instances, along with current coverage of Constellation UI and Pega Infinity's GenAI-assisted tooling. You finish prepared to clear the CSSA exam and to architect production-ready Pega applications.
This Pega CSSA training is built for CSA-certified professionals ready to take on architect-level responsibility.
Clearing the CSSA exam signals to employers that you can own architecture decisions rather than simply execute assigned rules, which opens doors to roles such as:
igmGuru pairs certification-mapped content with architect-level mentorship, building this Pega CSSA online course around outcomes rather than theory alone.
Every module in this program maps to a domain tested on the official exam, and the capstone project doubles as portfolio-ready proof of architect-level skill. Scenario-based mock assessments mirror the real exam's mix of multiple-choice, scenario, and drag-and-drop questions, so nothing about test day feels unfamiliar.
| Exam Name | Pega Certified Senior System Architect (CSSA) |
| Level | Intermediate - for CSA-certified professionals |
| Prerequisite | Active Pega CSA certification |
| Format | Multiple-choice, scenario-based, and drag-and-drop questions |
| Number of Questions | 60 |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Language | English |
| Credential | Digital badge issued via Credly upon passing |
igmGuru also issues a course completion certificate on finishing the program, which you can add to LinkedIn and your resume alongside the official Pega credential once you clear the exam.
It's an intermediate-level credential from Pegasystems (CSSA) that validates your ability to design advanced case management applications, integrations, and security models on the Pega Platform.
Yes. CSSA builds directly on CSA-level knowledge, so an active CSA certification (or equivalent hands-on experience) is expected before enrolling.
The exam has 60 questions — a mix of multiple-choice, scenario-based, and drag-and-drop items — in 90 minutes, with a 70% passing score.
CSA covers foundational application configuration, while CSSA focuses on architect-level responsibilities: layered application design, integrations, security models, and performance tuning.
Most learners complete the live sessions, labs, and capstone project within 4 to 6 weeks, depending on their pace and prior Pega experience.
Yes. Every module includes a hands-on lab, and the course closes with a capstone project that mirrors an enterprise-scale Pega implementation.
Common next steps include Senior System Architect, Pega Lead Developer, Application Architect, and Pega Solution Consultant roles.
Yes. A dedicated module covers Constellation UI along with Pega Infinity's GenAI-assisted tools, including AI Coach, Knowledge Buddy, and Blueprint.
Pega certifications are tied to the platform version you're certified on; recertification is generally recommended when Pega releases a new major version.
Yes. Learners get access to career support, interview preparation, and job assistance after completing the training.
