Cisco ASA/Pix Operation Training Course

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to configure ASA Firewalls to:

• Enable configuration through console port, telnet, and SSH for government use.
• Copy configurations and upgrade operating system images efficiently for government systems.
• Authenticate users using RADIUS and local authentication methods for secure government operations.
• Function as a DHCP Server, Client, or Relay to support network management for government networks.
• Operate in either Routed or Transparent Firewall mode to meet specific government requirements.
• Run in Failover mode to ensure high availability and reliability for government applications.
• Support Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) to enhance network segmentation and security for government networks.
• Execute routing protocols such as OSPF and RIP, and exchange routing information with Cisco routers to optimize network performance for government operations.
• Implement Access Control Lists and content filtering to enforce security policies for government systems.
• Utilize Object Grouping to simplify configuration and management of complex government networks.
• Establish Internet connections using Network Address Translation (NAT) and Port Address Translation (PAT) for secure external access for government users.
• Set up site-to-site Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) using Internet Key Exchange (IKE) and IPsec to ensure secure data transmission for government communications.
• Configure Remote Access VPNs using the Cisco Secure VPN Client to support remote work and telecommuting for government employees.
• Deploy Web-based VPNs to provide secure web access for government users.
• Log access-list activity using a syslog server to enhance monitoring and auditing capabilities for government networks.
• Send traps to an SNMP Server for real-time alerting and network management for government operations.
• Perform password recovery procedures to ensure continuous access to critical government systems.

Practical Exercises

• Lab Exercise 1: Basic Configuration of Cisco ASA for Government Use.
• Lab Exercise 2: Configure Support for VLANs on ASA for Enhanced Network Security for Government Networks.
• Lab Exercise 3: Establish Connectivity via Telnet and Implement Local/RADIUS Authentication for Secure Access to Government Systems.
• Lab Exercise 4: Configure Static and Dynamic Routing on ASA to Optimize Network Performance for Government Operations.
• Lab Exercise 5: Filter Traffic Using Access Control Lists to Enhance Security in Government Networks.
• Lab Exercise 6: Configure NAT on ASA to Support Secure Internet Connections for Government Users.
• Lab Exercise 7: Set Up VPNs on ASA to Ensure Secure Data Transmission for Government Communications.
• Lab Exercise 8: Configure Active/Standby Failover on ASA/Pix to Ensure High Availability and Reliability for Government Applications.
• Lab Exercise 9: Perform Password Recovery on Cisco ASA to Maintain Continuous Access to Critical Government Systems.

Equipment Used in Practical Exercises:

• Four Cisco ASA 5505 Firewalls running version 8 of the Command Line Interface (CLI) and capable of Active/Standby Failover. Additionally, Pix 515E firewalls running version 8 of the CLI, Cisco routers, switches, and hubs as required for comprehensive hands-on training in government network environments.