Network Security (CYBER PRO TRAIN)

In this Network Securitymodule, we will explore the fundamentals of protecting networks from internal and external threats. Students will learn both the theory and practical skills necessary to implement and manage effective security solutions.

About this course

Objectives

• Discover the basic principles of network security
• Understand and analyze main threats to network security
• Implement firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and intrusion prevention systems (IPS)
• Configure VPNs for secure communications
• Apply cryptographic techniques to protect data in transit and at rest
• Manage and monitor network security using traffic analysis and log monitoring tools
• Create security policies and procedures to respond to incidents

Outcomes

• Be aware of security measures implemented to protect computer networks from intrusions, unauthorized access and other attacks, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems and network traffic monitoring techniques

Target audience

• Professionals, including SME employees and Public Administration staff, looking to enhance their cybersecurity knowledge

Program

• Introduction to Network Security
• Firewalls and Access Control Systems
• Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
• Cryptography
• Wireless Security

Additional resources (individual study)

• Firewalls (iptables)
• Traffic analysis tools (tcpdump)