IINS Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security

Duration: 40 hours

Description:

The Implementing Cisco IOS Network Security (IINS) v1.0 course that focuses on the necessity of a comprehensive security policy and how it affects the posture of the network. Learners will be able to perform basic tasks to secure a small branch type office network using Cisco IOS security features available through web-based GUIs (Cisco Router and Security Device Manager [SDM]) and the command-line interface (CLI) on the Cisco routers and switches.

Objectives:

Upon finishing this course, you will be able to:
Develop a comprehensive network security policy to counter threats against information security.

• Configure routers on the network perimeter with Cisco IOS Software security features. 
• Configure a Cisco IOS zone-based firewall to perform basic security operations on a network. 
• Configure site-to-site VPNs using Cisco IOS features. 
• Configure IPS on Cisco network routers. 
• Configure LAN devices to control access, resist attacks, shield other network devices and systems, and protect the integrity and confidentiality of network traffic.

Importance:

The course is of utmost importance for entry-level network engineers responsible for network security and for all individuals pursuing the CCNA Security certification.

Audience:

The course is targeted at network security personnel whose tasks and responsibilities are at the associate-level. The course also targets all individuals who would like to obtain the CCNA Security certification.

Prerequisite Knowledge:

• CCNA certification - skills and knowledge can be obtained in Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 1 (ICND1) and Interconnecting Cisco Networking Devices Part 2 (ICND2) courses.
• Working knowledge of the Windows operating system

Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Network Security Principles
Module 2: Perimeter Security
Module 3: Network Security Using Cisco IOS Firewalls
Module 4: Site-to-Site VPNs

Module 5: Network Security Using Cisco IOS IPS
Module 6: LAN, SAN, Voice, and Endpoint Security Overview