Introduction to Network Security (CISCO)

Network Security is the #1 Topic Today

This course is an introduction to Cisco network security fundamentals. Cisco is the global leader in data center networking equipment. Learn how to configure proper password security, network authentication and ACLs for packet filtering. 

Learn how logical security zones are defined and physical data center access. There is VPN encryption and basic firewall connectivity explained for internet connectivity. Packet Tracer labs are included as well to practice in your own virtual lab. Learn how to implement proper security best practices for data center and lock down network against hacker attacks.

Course Highlights

• Enable top-level password security

• Authentication and authorization

• VPN and firewall configuration

• Extended access control lists (ACL)

• Physical and logical security zones

• Packet Tracer labs for CLI configuration

There is a shift to internet and cloud-based connectivity that has become more prevalent. The proliferation and sophistication of hacker attacks has multiplied as well. That has changed how companies view and develop security strategy from intranet to cloud. The hackers attempt to steal or destroy application data on internal servers.

Cisco IOS includes various commands to configure security access on network devices. The configuration of user authentication is required to verify user identity. That is required before any access is allowed. There are encryption services as well to protect against password hacking. The options to configure authentication is based on local and remote access