Course Outline

Introduction to Sophos XG Firewall

  • Overview of Sophos XG Firewall for government
  • Understanding the interface and navigation

Basic Configuration

  • Initial setup and configuration for government networks
  • Network interfaces setup for secure communication
  • Defining zones and hosts to enhance security
  • DHCP and DNS configuration for reliable network services

Firewall Policies and Rules

  • Understanding firewall rules and policies for government use
  • Creating and managing firewall rules to ensure compliance
  • NAT (Network Address Translation) rules for efficient traffic management
  • Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) settings to protect against threats

User Authentication and Management

  • User authentication methods for secure access
  • Integrating with directory services for seamless user management
  • Creating user and group policies to enforce security standards

VPN Configuration

  • Types of VPNs in Sophos XG for government networks
  • Setting up remote access VPN for secure off-site connections
  • Configuring site-to-site VPN to connect multiple locations

Advanced Threat Protection

  • Configuring web and email protection to safeguard against malware
  • Setting up application control to manage software usage
  • Advanced threat protection mechanisms for comprehensive security

Network Services and Routing

  • Static and dynamic routing for efficient data flow
  • Configuring WAN link balancer to optimize performance
  • High availability setup to ensure continuous operation

Monitoring and Reporting

  • Monitoring tools in Sophos XG for real-time visibility
  • Analyzing logs and reports for compliance and audit purposes
  • Setting alerts and notifications to proactively address issues

System Maintenance

  • Backup and restore procedures to ensure data integrity
  • Updating firmware and software to maintain security
  • System health checks to prevent downtime

Troubleshooting

  • Basic troubleshooting techniques for quick resolution
  • Using diagnostic tools to identify issues
  • Common issues and resolutions to maintain system stability

Best Practices and Advanced Configurations

  • Security best practices for government agencies
  • Advanced networking and security configurations for enhanced protection
  • Tips for optimizing performance in a government environment

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of networking principles
  • Familiarity with fundamental IT concepts

Audience for government

  • Information technology professionals
  • Cybersecurity specialists
 21 Hours

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