Course Outline
Introduction to Security and Networks Basics for Government
- Overview of information security concepts for government agencies
- Fundamentals of computer networks in the public sector
- Overview of digital risks and emerging threats relevant to government operations
Fundamentals of Firewalls for Government
- Firewall: Definition, importance, and evolution in the context of government security
- Types of firewalls and current trends in network security for government
- Overview of network security principles and policies for government agencies
Architecture and Components of the FortiGate Firewall for Government
- Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) architecture tailored for government needs
- Components and their functions in a government environment
- Integration with other Fortinet security products to enhance government network security
Creating Security Policies for Government
- Fundamentals of policy creation (user and application-based policies) in a government context
- Hands-on exercise: Initial configuration of firewall rules for government networks
- Policy review and optimization practices for government agencies
Content Filtering and Threat Prevention for Government
- Introduction to web filtering and URL categorization for government websites
- FortiGuard services: Virus, malware, and threat protection for government systems
- Practical configuration of IPS and antivirus settings in a government environment
VPN Configuration and Usage for Government
- Secure communication through VPN tunnels for government agencies
- Configuring Site-to-Site and Remote Access VPNs for government networks
- Best practices for remote network access management in the public sector
Basic Monitoring and Management with FortiManager & FortiAnalyzer for Government
- Overview of FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer features designed for government use
- Log interpretation and incident response for government agencies
- Dashboard creation: Alerts, reports, and visualization tools tailored for government needs
Maintenance and Best Practices for Government
- Firmware upgrades and patch management for government systems
- Preventive maintenance and monitoring schedules for government networks
- Backups and restoration strategies for Fortinet systems in a government setting
Practical Scenarios and Case Studies for Government
- Hands-on simulations with real-world configurations for government agencies
- Troubleshooting common issues in a government environment
- Case study: Security incident handling using Fortinet tools for government
Configuration Automation of Tasks and Reports for Government
- Overview of automation features in FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer for government use
- Scripting basics (FortiOS CLI commands and automation tools) for government networks
- Task scheduling and automated report generation for government agencies
Summary and Next Steps for Government
Requirements
- Fundamental understanding of networking and network security
Audience for Government
- Network Administrators
- IT Managers
- Network Engineers
Testimonials (1)
The trainer had an excellent knowledge of fortigate and delivered the content very well. Thanks a lot to Soroush.