Network Security Foundations 101

Network Security Foundations 101 provides a comprehensive introduction to securing modern network infrastructures. The course covers essential topics such as firewall configurations, network access controls, secure protocols (HTTPS, TLS, VPNs), and threat prevention strategies. You’ll also explore critical security areas like Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Email Security to defend against phishing and malware, and Endpoint Security to protect devices on the network. Through hands-on labs, you’ll learn to identify security risks, implement effective defenses, and safeguard networks from common cyber threats. By the end of the course, you’ll have the foundational skills needed to secure network environments and support a robust cybersecurity strategy.

36 hours • 2 hours/class

Network Security Foundations 101

INR 15,000/-

INR 13,500/-

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Introduction to Network Security Infrastructure

Define firewalls, Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), and their roles in network security.
Discuss different firewall types (e.g., stateful, packet filtering).

Firewall / NGFW

Define firewalls, Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), and their roles in network security.
Discuss different firewall types (e.g., stateful, packet filtering).

VPN - Types of VPN

Explain VPN technologies (e.g., site-to-site, remote access, VPN protocols).
Discuss VPN benefits and security considerations.

IDS/IPS

Define Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS).
Explain how they detect and prevent cyber threats.

Email Security Gateway

Discuss email security threats (e.g., spam, phishing, malware).
Explain how email security gateways protect inboxes.

WAF

Define Web Application Firewalls (WAFs).
Explain how WAFs protect web applications from attacks.

Firewall

Core network security device that controls incoming and outgoing network traffic.
Enforces security policies by allowing or blocking traffic based on rules.
Key component in protecting networks from unauthorized access and cyber threats.

Introduction to Dashboard Setup Overview

Familiarize with the firewall dashboard and its key components.
Understand the basic setup and configuration steps.

Security Policies LAB

Learn how to create and manage security rules.
Understand the concept of allow/deny rules and their impact.

NAT and PAT LAB

Explain Network Address Translation (NAT) and Port Address Translation (PAT).
Configure NAT/PAT rules on the firewall.

Threat Prevention Policies, App Control, URLF, Anti-Spyware, Anti-Virus LAB

Configure advanced security features like application control, URL filtering, and anti-malware.
Understand how these features enhance security.

Logging Review LAB

Understand firewall logs and their importance.
Analyze logs to identify security incidents.

IDS/IPS LAB

Hands-on experience with configuring and managing an IDS/IPS system.
Learn to analyze intrusion alerts and respond to incidents.

Email Security Gateway LAB

Hands-on experience with configuring and managing an email security gateway.
Learn to configure anti-spam, anti-virus, and other email security features.

WAF LAB

Hands-on experience with configuring and managing a WAF.
Learn to protect web applications from common attacks (e.g., SQL injection, cross-site scripting).

Cloud Security Introduction

Overview of cloud security concepts and challenges.
Discuss security considerations for different cloud deployment models.

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