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Course Outline
Introduction to Security and Networking Fundamentals
- Overview of information security concepts
- Core principles of computer networks
- Survey of digital risks and emerging threats
Fundamentals of Firewalls
- Firewall: Definition, importance, and evolution
- Types of firewalls and current trends in network security
- Overview of network security principles and policies
Architecture and Components of the FortiGate Firewall
- Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) architecture
- Components and their functions
- Integration with other Fortinet security products
Developing Security Policies
- Fundamentals of policy creation (user and application-based policies)
- Practical exercise: Initial configuration of firewall rules
- Policy review and optimisation practices
Content Filtering and Threat Prevention
- Introduction to web filtering and URL categorization
- FortiGuard services: Protection against viruses, malware, and threats
- Practical configuration of IPS and antivirus settings
VPN Configuration and Usage
- Secure communication through VPN tunnels
- Configuring Site-to-Site and Remote Access VPNs
- Best practices for managing remote network access
Basic Monitoring and Management with FortiManager & FortiAnalyzer
- Overview of features in FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer
- Log interpretation and incident response
- Dashboard creation: Alerts, reports, and visualisation tools
Maintenance and Best Practices
- Firmware upgrades and patch management
- Preventive maintenance and monitoring schedules
- Backup and restoration strategies for Fortinet systems
Practical Scenarios and Case Studies
- Hands-on simulations with real-world configurations
- Troubleshooting common issues
- Case study: Handling security incidents using Fortinet tools
Configuration Automation for Tasks and Reports
- Overview of automation features in FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer
- Basics of scripting (FortiOS CLI commands and automation tools)
- Task scheduling and automated report generation
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of networking and network security
Audience
- Network administrators
- IT managers
- Network engineers
21 Hours
Testimonials (1)
The trainer had an excellent knowledge of fortigate and delivered the content very well. Thanks a lot to Soroush.
