About This Course
Security is one of the most important components to every company’s network. This course equips candidates with critical skills in network security, focusing on securing network infrastructures, detecting threats, and implementing defence mechanisms. Learners will gain expertise to safeguard IT systems.
By successfully passing the exam at the end of the course, you will also achieve a IT Specialist in Network Security (ITS-102) Certificate, an industry recognised qualification certified by Certiport.
Duration: November to MarchParticipants: 25
Certification: IT Specialist Certification – Network Security
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, the candidate will have a greater understanding of:
- Secure network infrastructures against threats
- Monitor and manage network vulnerabilities
- Implement advanced defence mechanisms
- Respond to and mitigate security breaches
Who Should Attend
This course is a great entry level course if you want to pursue a career in IT Network Security. This course will give you all the knowledge and skills you need to get started. Although there are no formal pre-requisites required, a basic understanding of computers and working online would be advantageous prior to starting this course.
Course Syllabus
Module 1: Defense in Depth
- Identify core security principles
- Define and enforce physical security
- Identify security policy types
- Identify attack types
- Identify backup and restore types
Module 2: Operating System Security
- Identify client and server protection
- Configure user authentication
- Manage permissions in Windows and Linux
- Facilitate non-repudiation using audit policies and log files
- Demonstrate knowledge of encryption
Module 3: Network Device Security
- Implement wireless security
- Identify the role of network protection devices
- Identify network isolation methods
- Identify protocol security concepts
Module 4: Secure Computing
- Implement email protection
- Manage browser security
- Install and configure anti-malware and antivirus software