The Advanced Network Security specialization is designed for Network Security Analysts, Information Technology (IT) Managers, or Cybersecurity Consultants to further their understanding of advanced network security techniques. In this 3-course specialization, learners will compare next-generation firewalls with traditional firewalls, analyze use cases of next-gen firewalls in real-world situations, understand the role of intrusion prevention systems in network security, and evaluate the effectiveness of an intrusion prevention system. Learners will also learn how to effectively respond to identified threats, and design a strategy for ongoing network monitoring and threat response.
Advanced Network Security Specialization
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Advanced Network Security Specialization
Learn advanced network security techniques. Gain an understanding of advanced security tools and systems to design secure networks
Instructor: Vinay Kumar
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
(75 reviews)
Advanced level
Recommended experience
2 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
(75 reviews)
Advanced level
Recommended experience
2 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
- Cloud Management
- Network Monitoring
- Disaster Recovery
- Cyber Threat Intelligence
- Security Controls
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
- Continuous Monitoring
- Security Strategy
- Network Security
- Cyber Threat Hunting
- Cloud Security
- Cybersecurity
- Incident Response
- Computer Security Incident Management
- Infrastructure Security
- Intrusion Detection and Prevention
- Threat Management
- Information Systems Security
- Threat Detection
Tools you'll learn
What’s included
Shareable certificate
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Taught in English
27 practice exercises
Specialization - 3 course series
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Firewall, Information Systems Security, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, and Infrastructure Security
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Cloud Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Identity and Access Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Disaster Recovery, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Detection, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Security Strategy, Cloud Computing, Network Security, Cloud Management, Incident Response, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, and Cybersecurity
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Analysis, Technical Communication, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Continuous Monitoring, and Computer Security Incident Management
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