Duration 5 days – 35 hrs
Overview.
The Certified Network Defender v2 (CNDv2) Training Course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to protect, detect, and respond to network threats. This course covers essential network defense topics, including network security controls, protocols, perimeter defenses, secure IDS/IPS implementation, VPN and firewall configuration, and incident response procedures. Participants will gain hands-on experience through practical exercises and labs, preparing them to defend network infrastructures against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.
Objectives
- Understand the principles and components of network security.
- Identify and respond to network security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Implement network security controls and defenses effectively.
- Develop skills in incident response, forensics, and disaster recovery planning.
Audience
- Network Administrators
- Network Security Engineers
- System Administrators
- Security Analysts
- Anyone involved in network defense operations
Pre- requisites
- Basic understanding of computer networks and networking concepts.
- Familiarity with fundamental IT security principles.
Course Content
Day 1: Network Fundamentals and Defense
- Introduction to Network Security
- Network Protocols and Devices
- Network Security Architecture
- Network Defense Fundamentals
Day 2: Network Security Threats and Attacks
- Common Network Attacks
- Threat Vector Analysis
- Network Vulnerability Assessment
- Wireless Network Security
Day 3: Network Security Controls
- Firewall and VPN Configuration
- Secure IDS/IPS Implementation
- Endpoint Security
- Access Control and Management
Day 4: Incident Response and Recovery
- Incident Handling and Response
- Network Forensics and Analysis
- Disaster Recovery Planning
- Continuous Monitoring and Auditing
Day 5: Advanced Network Defense
- Virtualization and Cloud Security
- Secure SDN and SD-WAN
- IoT Security
- Final Hands-On Labs and Certification Exam Preparation