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Duration 21 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Security and Network Fundamentals
- Foundational concepts in information security
- Core principles of computer network infrastructure
- Assessment of digital vulnerabilities and emerging threat landscapes
Firewall Essentials
- Definition, operational significance, and historical development of firewalls
- Classification of firewall types and prevailing trends in network defense
- Framework of network security principles and governance policies
FortiGate Firewall Architecture and Core Components
- Structural overview of Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) design
- Functional analysis of individual system components
- Interoperability with the broader Fortinet security ecosystem
Establishing Security Policies
- Methodology for policy construction based on user and application parameters
- Practical exercise: Initial setup of firewall access rules
- Procedures for policy auditing and performance optimization
Content Filtering and Threat Mitigation
- Implementation of web filtering and URL classification systems
- Utilization of FortiGuard services for virus, malware, and threat defense
- Operational configuration of Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) and antivirus protocols
Virtual Private Network (VPN) Configuration and Deployment
- Securing communications via encrypted VPN tunneling
- Setup procedures for Site-to-Site and Remote Access VPN solutions
- Strategic best practices for managing remote network access
Monitoring and Management using FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer
- Functional overview of FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer capabilities
- Interpretation of security logs and incident response protocols
- Development of dashboards for alerts, reporting, and data visualization
Maintenance Standards and Best Practices
- Management of firmware updates and security patch deployment
- Scheduling of preventive maintenance and continuous monitoring activities
- Strategies for data backup and system restoration within Fortinet environments
Practical Scenarios and Applied Case Studies
- Simulation exercises involving real-world configuration challenges
- Diagnosis and resolution of common operational issues
- Case analysis: Management of security incidents utilizing Fortinet tools
Automation of Tasks and Reporting
- Overview of automation capabilities within FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer
- Introduction to scripting through FortiOS CLI commands and automation utilities
- Scheduling of recurring tasks and automated generation of compliance reports
Summary and Future Operational Steps
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of network infrastructure and security principles
Intended Audience
- 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.
