Introduction

This comprehensive five-day course is designed to equip IT professionals with the skills needed to design, implement, and manage secure network architectures. Participants will delve into the latest network security technologies, frameworks, and best practices, enabling them to build and maintain robust, secure networks that can withstand today's sophisticated cyber threats.

Course Objectives

• Understand Core Network Security Principles
• Explore Advanced Network Design
• Implement Security Protocols and Devices
• Develop Risk Management StrategiesMaster Incident Response

Target Audience

• Network architects and systems administrators looking to specialize in security.
• IT security professionals aiming to enhance their network security knowledge.
• Cybersecurity consultants and managers seeking advanced network design strategies.
• Professionals preparing for advanced cybersecurity certification exams.

Course Outline

Day 1: Network Security Fundamentals

• Overview of Network Security: Concepts and significance.
• Understanding Network Topologies and Their Impact on Security.
• Introduction to Secure Network Design Principles.
• Essential Network Security Devices and Their Configurations.
• Setting Up and Configuring Firewalls and VPNs.

Day 2: Securing Network Infrastructure

• Implementing Advanced Firewall Configurations.
• Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS): Setup and Management.
• Secure Wireless Network Architectures.
• Network Segmentation and Isolation Techniques.
• Encryption Technologies for Data in Transit and at Rest.

Day 3: Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Management

• Conducting Network Risk Assessments.
• Identifying and Prioritizing Network Vulnerabilities.
• Patch Management and Security Updates.
• Deploying Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Systems.
• Utilizing Penetration Testing to Validate Security Measures.

Day 4: Advanced Network Defense Strategies

• Advanced Threat Detection Technologies.
• Designing Resilient Network Architectures.
• Implementing Zero Trust Architectures.
• Real-Time Threat Intelligence Integration.
• Response Strategies for Network Breaches.

Day 5: Incident Response and Network Recovery

• Developing Network Incident Response Plans.
• Simulation of Network Attack and Response Scenarios.
• Techniques for Network Forensics and Investigation.
• Recovery and Continuity Planning for Network Systems.
• Best Practices and Future Trends in Network Security.