Network Security Fundamentals Course

Welcome to the online course on Network Security Fundamentals, which will equip you with the knowledge of network security basics and practical skills needed to work in the network security industry.

In this Network Security Fundamental course, you will learn all of the concepts in network security basics, including security terminologies, firewall techniques, and the configuration of Palo Alto appliances. We have also provided various practical exercises with hands-on virtual labs on subjects like configuring network interfaces, implementing routing and NAT, and developing security policies.

By the end of this course, you will be proficient in network security fundamentals, assess security threats, and be familiar with practical techniques to secure IT infrastructure networks.

Whether you are a network security beginner or an established professional looking to enhance your network security skills, this detailed course will provide a solid foundation in network security principles and practices.

Key Concepts Covered

1. Network Security Terminology and Fundamentals: Learn theoretical concepts of Network security like assets, vulnerabilities, exploits, threats, attacks, and counters.

2. Firewalls and Techniques: Learn about firewalls, their purpose and best practices for configuring firewalls. 

3. Palo Alto Appliances: Practice with the Palo Alto firewalls of PA 200, 800, 3200, 5200, and 7000 series, each designed for different network sizes and requirements.  checks on network traffic.

4. Initial Configuration and Management: Learn about basic configurations, implementations, and integrations of hardware devices like establishing user access, permissions, and basic network settings.

5. Network Segmentation and Configuration: Learn how to segment network interfaces into zones. Configure zone Interfaces with IP addresses and other parameters to ensure proper communication.

6. Security Policies and Labs: Learn about various security policies of handling network traffic, and rules for allowing or blocking traffic based on source, destination, and application.

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Course Highlights

Why Choose Network Security Fundamental Course?

If you are someone who wants to learn the latest skills of network security basics that can be applied in your workspace, you should enroll in this course. Some benefits of learning network security fundamentals with this online course are:

1. Get training from the industry veteran with years of working experience in network security.

2. Get interactive classes with the instructor and guidance on career building and doubt solving

3. Get access to a free virtual lab to practice practical skills. The labs will be available 24x7 for the duration of this network security fundamental course.

4. Learn the latest network security skills, as this course is updated with every new year to help students keep up with the latest technological advancements in network security.

Who Should Learn Fundamentals of Network Security?

This network security basics course is suitable for students as well as working professionals. If you are working in any of the given profiles, you should enroll in this training:

● Network Security Analyst

● Network Security Engineer

● Network Security Architect

● Cybersecurity Analyst

● IT Security Technician

● Penetration Testers

Prerequisites for Learning Network Security Fundamentals

To enroll in this online course on the fundamentals of Network Security, you should know about:

● Basic Computer Skills.

● A basic understanding of networking principles, such as the OSI model and TCP/IP

● Familiarity with security concepts like confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA triad).

Top Companies Hiring Network Security Professionals

● Cisco

● Deloitte

● IBM

● Booz Allen Hamilton

● Accenture