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Network Security

(CCNA Security)

 

Course Duration: 2 Month

Class Time: Saturday @ 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm

Network Security (CCNA Security) 

Today’s organizations are challenged with responding rapidly to emerging network security threats. Security personnel configures and monitor various network security threat mitigation measures, such as device hardening, intrusion prevention systems, and firewalls, to protect data assets and network systems from attack. The purpose of this course is to provide skills and knowledge in the field of network security.

 

About the Course 

The Network Security course is designed for Cisco Networking Academy® students who are seeking career-oriented, entry-level network security skills. Target students include individuals enrolled in technology degree programs at institutions of higher education and IT professionals who want to pursue a career in the network security field. Learners in this course are exposed to the foundational knowledge required to respond to network security threats through various threat mitigation measures.

 

Network Security includes the following features:

  • Students develop an in-depth, theoretical understanding of network security principles as well as the tools and configurations available.
  • The courses emphasize the practical application of skills needed to design, implement, and support network security.
  • Hands-on labs help students develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.
  • Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of networking security concepts and allow students to experiment with network behavior and ask “what if” questions.
  • Innovative assessments provide immediate feedback to support the evaluation of knowledge and acquired skills.
  • Can be delivered in-person or in a blended distance learning (BDL) environment

Prerequisites

While there are no set prerequisites for the Network Security course, it is RECOMMENDED that students have the following skills and knowledge:

  • PC and internet navigation skills
  • Familiarity with Cisco Packet Tracer
  • Basic understanding of computer networks (CCNA ITN and SRWE level)

Course Description

The course has many features to help students understand these concepts:

  • The course is comprised of twenty-two (22) modules. Each module is comprised of topics.
  • Modules emphasize critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and the practical application of skills.
  • Many modules contain some way to practice and assess understanding, such as a lab or a Packet Tracer activity. These module-level activities provide feedback and are designed to indicate the learner’s mastery of the skills needed for the course. Learners can ensure their level of understanding well before taking a graded quiz or exam.
  • Some topics may contain a Check Your Understanding interactive quiz. These topic-level assessments are designed to tell learners if they have a good grasp of the topic content, or if they need to review before continuing. Learners can ensure their level of understanding well before taking a graded quiz or exam. Check Your Understanding quizzes do not affect the learner’s overall grade.
  • Rich multimedia content, including activities, videos, and quizzes, addresses a variety of learning styles, helps stimulate learning, and increases knowledge retention.
  • Hands-on labs help students develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.
  • Innovative assessments provide immediate feedback to support the evaluation of knowledge and acquired skills.
  • Technical concepts are explained using language that works well for learners at all levels and embedded interactive activities break up reading of the content and help reinforce understanding.
  • The curriculum encourages students to consider additional IT education but also emphasizes applied skills and hands-on experience.
  • Cisco Packet Tracer activities are designed for use with Packet Tracer v8.0 or later.

 

Outline

Network Security helps students develop the skills needed for entry-level network security career opportunities. It provides a theoretically rich, hands-on introduction to network security, in a logical sequence driven by technologies.

The goals of the Network Security course are as follows:

  • Provide an in-depth, theoretical understanding of network security.
  • Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design and support network security.
  • Provide an experience-oriented course that employs industry-relevant instructional approaches to prepare students for entry-level jobs in the industry.
  • Enable students to have significant hands-on interaction with IT equipment to prepare them for exams and career opportunities.

Upon completion of the Network Security course, students will be able to perform the following tasks:

  • Explain the various types of threats and attacks.
  • Explain the tools and procedures to mitigate the effects of malware and common network attacks.
  • Configure command authorization using privilege levels and role-based CLI.
  • Implement the secure management and monitoring of network devices.
  • Configure AAA to secure a network.
  • Implement ACLs to filter traffic and mitigate network attacks on a network.
  • Implement Zone-Based Policy Firewall using the CLI.
  • Explain how network-based Intrusion Prevention Systems are used to help secure a network.
  • Explain endpoint vulnerabilities and protection methods.
  • Implement security measures to mitigate Layer 2 attacks.
  • Explain how the types of encryption, hashes, and digital signatures work together to provide confidentiality, integrity, and authentication.
  • Explain how public key infrastructure is used to ensure data confidentiality and provide authentication.
  • Configure a site-to-site IPsec VPN, with pre-shared key authentication, using the CLI.
  • Explain how the ASA operates as an advanced stateful firewall.
  • Implement an ASA firewall configuration.
  • Implement an ASA firewall configuration using ASDM (optional).
  • Test network security.

Careers

  • Build expertise in network security and data protection.
  • Develop skills for entry-level network security specialist roles.
  • Gain industry in-demand skills aligned with the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework.