In this course, you will learn key concepts and strategies used in network security, derived from syllabus of network security certifications . You will explore network security fundamentals, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and VPNs. You will gain a deep understanding of network architecture and design to secure local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), and cloud environments. The course will cover network access control focusing on strategies for managing and restricting access to network resources. You will learn to assess and mitigate network risks , including identifying vulnerabilities and securing network services. Cryptography principles will be explored, covering encryption methods used to protect data in transit across networks. You’ll also study security policies and procedures, focusing on incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning. The course dives into security protocols, including IPsec, SSL/TLS, and others essential for secure communications. Network monitoring and management techniques will be discussed, focusing on real-time monitoring, threat detection, and responding to security events. Lastly, the course will introduce emerging network security technologies, like next-generation firewalls, zero-trust models, and software-defined networking (SDN).
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
This course is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in ethical hacking, penetration testing or as network administrators. It is especially beneficial for those looking to enhance their skills in securing networks and preparing for network security certifications.
MODE OF LEARNING: Online with flexible training Schedule
– Overview of Network Security Concepts
– Network Security Principles & the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
– Common Network Threats & Attack Vectors (DDoS, MITM, Phishing)
– Hands-on Lab: Setting Up a Basic Network Security Architecture
– Secure Network Design Principles
– Segmentation & Micro-Segmentation (DMZ, VLANs, SDN)
– Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA)
– Hands-on Lab: Designing a Secure Network Using VLANs & Firewalls
– Firewall Types (Packet Filtering, Stateful, Application-Level, Next-Gen)
– Configuring & Managing Firewalls (Cisco ASA, pfSense, Palo Alto)
– Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
– **Hands-on Lab: Configuring a Firewall & IDS/IPS for Threat Prevention
– Network Access Control (NAC) Policies & Implementation
– Identity & Access Management (IAM) for Network Security
– Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) & Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)
– **Hands-on Lab: Implementing Network Access Control & MFA
– Wireless Security (WPA3, EAP, Rogue AP Detection)
– Cloud Network Security (AWS, Azure, GCP)
– Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) & Cloud Security Groups
– **Hands-on Lab: Configuring Secure Wi-Fi & Cloud Security Groups
– VPN Types (IPSec, SSL, Wire Guard) & Use Cases
– Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) for Remote Work Security
– **Hands-on Lab: Configuring an IPSec VPN for Secure Communications
– Encryption Fundamentals (Symmetric vs. Asymmetric)
– Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) & Digital Certificates
– SSL/TLS, IPsec, and Secure Email Communication
– **Hands-on Lab: Implementing TLS Encryption & PKI
– Secure Communication Protocols (HTTPS, SSH, SFTP, SNMPv3)
– Network Time Protocol (NTP) & DNS Security (DNSSEC)
– Hands-on Lab: Securing DNS & Implementing SSH for Secure Access
– Network Security Monitoring (NSM) with SIEM
– Log Analysis & Intrusion Detection Techniques
– **Hands-on Lab: Analyzing Network Traffic & Responding to Threats with SIEM
– Incident Response Frameworks (NIST, SANS)
– Disaster Recovery Planning (BCP/DRP)
– Hands-on Lab: Developing a Network Security Incident Response Plan
– Next-Gen Firewalls & AI-Based Threat Detection
– Software-Defined Networking (SDN) Security
– Cloud-Native Network Security (CNNS) & SASE
– Hands-on Lab: Deploying a Secure SDN-Based Network
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