Students will gain an introduction to core security technologies as well as how to develop security policies and mitigate risks.Specifically the student will secure routers and switches and their associated networks. Skills learned will include installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices. Furthermore they will gain a competency in the technologies that underpin the deployment of a secure network.
Overview
Modern Security Threats, Viruses, Worms, and Trojan Horses, Penetration Testing, Attack Methodologies, Securing Network Devices, Authentication, Authorization and Accounting
Monitoring
Implementing Firewall Technologies, Implementing Intrusion Prevention, Securing the Local Area Network, Layer 2 Security Considerations
Securing Traffic
Wireless Security Considerations, VoIP Security Solutions, SAN Security Solutions, Cryptographic Systems, Public Key Cryptography
Remote Access
Implementing Virtual Private Networks, Implementing Site-to-Site IPsec VPNs, Implementing a Remote Access VPN, Implementing SSL VPNs.
Management and Policies
Managing a Secure Network, Self-Defending Network, Network Security Testing, Developing a Comprehensive Security Policy.
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Other Assessment(s) | 100 |