Course: Principles of Network Security

Length	3 days* (recommended)
Prerequisites	Working knowledge of Windows NT and/or UNIX Basic networking knowledge Experience with TCP/IP and the Internet
Take this class if You are an entry-level security professional You want to earn Check Point Certified Security Principles Associate (CCSPA) certification

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The Principles of Network Security course is designed to prepare entry-level security professionals to recognize network security threats and recommend security solutions in enterprise environments. The course is presented in an easy to follow format, and business case examples reinforce the lessons learned.

You Will Learn

• An introduction to network security principles
  • Security Triad
  • Principles of secure design
  • Risk management
• What are best practices
  • Security policies
  • Business continuity planning
  • Disaster recovery planning
  • Operational security
  • Access control
  • Security education
• Which security technologies are best for your environment
  • Security architecture
  • Base lining and penetration testing
  • Cryptography
  • Intrusion detection
  • Access control technologies
• How to implement security in your network
  • Intranets, Extranets, and Remote Users
  • Enterprise Networks
  • Remote Offices, Small Offices, and Home Users (broadband)
• Security Standards
  

Exercises

• Apply information assurance principles to current events and emerging threats
• Discuss the implications of ethical dilemmas security professionals encounter
• Discover security resources available in the evolving Security community
• Evaluate publicly available security documentation

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*Course length and price may vary by ATC. Please contact your local ATC for detailed information.