LRN0229 - Network Security and Defense Strategies

Course Description

Course Outline

Unit 1
Application, Cryptanalytic, and Network Attacks
•    Real-world examples of attacks and how they are carried out.
•    Tools and methods used by attackers.
Attack Indicators
•    Recognizing patterns and behaviors indicative of an attack.
Unit 2
TCP/IP Networking
•    Overview of protocols and their security implications.
•    Secure communication mechanisms.
Network Security Design
•    Principles of segmentation, zoning, and DMZ configurations.
Unit 3
Network Security Devices
•    Firewalls, IDS/IPS, and their roles in securing networks.
Host Security & Configuration Enforcement
•    Hardening systems through configuration and patch management.
Unit 4
Mobile Device & Wireless Networking Security
•    Challenges of securing mobile and wireless environments.
•    Best practices for BYOD policies.
Threat Intelligence & Vulnerability Management
•    Using threat intelligence to proactively manage vulnerabilities.
•    Tools for vulnerability scanning and remediation.