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Introduction to Security and Network Fundamentals

  • Overview of key information security concepts
  • Foundations of computer networks
  • Assessment of digital risks and emerging threats

Fundamentals of Firewalls

  • Definition, significance, and evolution of firewalls
  • Varieties 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
  • Key components and their respective functions
  • Integration with other Fortinet security solutions

Developing Security Policies

  • Basics of policy creation, including user and application-based policies
  • Practical exercise: Initial configuration of firewall rules
  • Best practices for policy review and optimization

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

  • Facilitating 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 available in FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer
  • Interpreting logs and responding to incidents
  • Creating dashboards: Utilizing alerts, reports, and visualization tools

Maintenance and Best Practices

  • Firmware upgrades and patch management procedures
  • Scheduling preventive maintenance and monitoring activities
  • Strategies for backing up and restoring 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

Automating Configuration Tasks and Reports

  • Overview of automation capabilities in FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer
  • Basics of scripting, including FortiOS CLI commands and automation tools
  • Scheduling tasks and generating automated reports

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Fundamental understanding of networking concepts and network security principles

Target Audience

  • Network administrators
  • IT managers
  • Network engineers
 21 Hours

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