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Introduction to Security and Network Fundamentals

  • Overview of information security concepts
  • Fundamentals of computer networks
  • Overview of digital risks and emerging threats

Fundamentals of Firewalls

  • Firewall: Definition, significance, 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 respective functions
  • Integration with other Fortinet security products

Developing Security Policies

  • Fundamentals of policy creation, including user and application-based policies
  • Hands-on exercise: Initial configuration of firewall rules
  • Practices for reviewing and optimizing policies

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

  • Enabling secure communication via 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
  • Interpreting logs and responding to incidents
  • Creating dashboards: Alerts, reports, and visualization tools

Maintenance and Best Practices

  • Firmware upgrades and patch management
  • Preventive maintenance schedules and monitoring protocols
  • Backup and restoration strategies for Fortinet systems

Practical Scenarios and Case Studies

  • Hands-on simulations featuring real-world configurations
  • Troubleshooting common issues
  • Case study: Handling security incidents using Fortinet tools

Configuration Automation of Tasks and Reports

  • Overview of automation features in FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer
  • Fundamentals of scripting (FortiOS CLI commands and automation tools)
  • Scheduling tasks and generating automated reports

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Fundamental knowledge of networking and network security

Target Audience

  • Network administrators
  • IT managers
  • Network engineers
 21 Hours

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