Network Defense Essentials Certification Course in Shanghai

Network Defense Essentials Certification Course Outline

Module 1: Network Security Fundamentals

• Fundamentals of Network Security
• Network Security Protocols

Module 2: Identification, Authentication and Authorisation

• Access Control Principles, Terminologies, and Models
• Identity and Access Management (IAM) Concepts

Lab Exercise:

• Implementing Access Controls in Windows Machine
• Managing Access Controls in Linux Machine
• Implementing Role-Based Access Control in Windows Admin Centre (WAC)

Module 3: Network Security Controls – Administrative Controls

• Regulatory Frameworks, Laws, and Acts
• Design and Develop Security Policies
• Conduct Different Types of Security and Awareness Training

Lab Exercise:

• Implementing Password Policies Using Windows Group Policy

Module 4: Network Security Controls – Physical Controls

• Importance of Physical Security
• Physical Security Controls
• Workplace Security
• Environmental Controls

Module 5: Network Security Controls – Technical Controls

• Types of Network Segmentation
• Types of Firewalls and their Role
• Types of IDS/IPS and their Role
• Types of Honeypots
• Types of Proxy Servers and their Benefits
• Fundamentals of VPN and its importance in Network Security
• Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM)
• User Behaviour Analytics (UBA)
• Antivirus/Anti-Malware Software

Lab Exercise:

• Implementing Host-Based Firewall Protection with iptables
• Implementing Host-Based Firewall Functionality Using Windows Firewall
• Implementing Network-Based Firewall Functionality: Blocking Unwanted Website access using pfSense Firewall
• Implementing Network-Based Firewall Functionality: Blocking Insecure Ports using pfSense Firewall
• Implementing Host-Based IDS Functionality using Wazuh HIDS
• Implementing Network-based IDS Functionality Using Suricata IDS
• Detect Malicious Network Traffic using HoneyBOT
• Establishing Virtual Private Network Connection using SoftEther VPN

Module 6: Virtualisation and Cloud Computing

• Virtualisation Essential Concepts and OS
• Virtualisation Security
• Cloud Computing Fundamentals
• Insights of Cloud Security and Best Practices

Lab Exercise:

• Auditing Docker Host Security Using Docker-Bench-Security Tool
• Implementing AWS Identity and Access Management
• Securing Amazon Web Services Storage

Module 7: Wireless Network Security

• Wireless Network Fundamentals
• Wireless Network Encryption Mechanisms
• Types of Wireless Network Authentication Methods
• Implement Wireless Network Security Measures

Lab Exercise:

• Configuring Security on a Wireless Router

Module 8: Mobile Device Security

• Mobile Device Connection Methods
• Mobile Device Management Concepts
• Common Mobile Usage Policies in Enterprises
• Security Risks and Guidelines Associated with Enterprises Mobile Usage Policies
• Implement Enterprise-level Mobile Security Management Solutions
• Implement General Security Guidelines and Best Practices on Mobile Platforms
• Lab Exercise:
• Implementing Enterprise Mobile Security Using Miradore MDM Solution

Module 9: IoT Device Security

• IoT Devices, Application Areas, and Communication Models
• Security in IoT-Enabled Environments

Lab Exercise:

• Securing IoT Device Communication Using TLS/SSL

Module 10: Cryptography and PKI

• Cryptographic Techniques
• Cryptographic Algorithms
• Cryptography Tools
• Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Lab Exercise:

• Calculate One-way Hashes using HashCalc
• Calculate MD5 Hashes using HashMyFiles
• Create a Self-signed Certificate

Module 11: Data Security

• Data Security and its Importance
• Security Controls for Data Encryption 8
• Data Backup and Retention
• Data Loss Prevention Concepts

Lab Exercise:

• Perform Disk Encryption using VeraCrypt
• File Recovery Using EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard
• Backing Up and Restoring Data in Windows

Module 12: Network Traffic Monitoring

• Need and Advantages of Network Traffic Monitoring
• Determine Baseline Traffic Signatures for Normal and Suspicious Network Traffic
• Perform Network Monitoring for Suspicious Traffic

Lab Exercise:

• Capturing Network Traffic using Wireshark
• Applying Various Filters in Wireshark
• Analysing and Examining Various Network Packet Headers in Linux using tcpdump