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Introduction to Security and Networks Basics

  • Overview of information security concepts.
  • Fundamentals of computer networks.
  • Overview of digital risks and emerging threats.

Fundamentals of Firewalls

  • Firewall: Definition, importance, and evolution.
  • Types of firewalls and current trends in network security.
  • Overview of network security principles and policies.

Architecture and Components of the FortiGate Firewall

  • Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) architecture.
  • Components and their respective functions.
  • Integration with other Fortinet security products.

Creating Security Policies

  • Fundamentals of policy creation (user and application-based policies).
  • Hands-on exercise: Initial configuration of firewall rules.
  • Policy review and optimization practices.

Content Filtering and Threat Prevention

  • Introduction to web filtering and URL categorization.
  • FortiGuard services: Virus, malware, and threat protection.
  • Practical configuration of IPS and antivirus settings.

VPN Configuration and Usage

  • Secure communication through VPN tunnels.
  • Configuring Site-to-Site and Remote Access VPNs.
  • Best practices for managing remote network access.

Basic Monitoring and Management with FortiManager & FortiAnalyzer

  • Overview of FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer features.
  • Log interpretation and incident response.
  • Dashboard creation: Alerts, reports, and visualization tools.

Maintenance and Best Practices

  • Firmware upgrades and patch management.
  • Preventive maintenance and monitoring schedules.
  • Backups and restoration strategies for Fortinet systems.

Practical Scenarios and Case Studies

  • Hands-on simulations with real-world configurations.
  • Troubleshooting common issues.
  • Case study: Security incident handling using Fortinet tools.

Configuration Automation of Tasks and Reports

  • Overview of automation features in FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer.
  • Scripting basics (FortiOS CLI commands and automation tools).
  • Task scheduling and automated report generation.

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Fundamental knowledge of networking and network security.

Audience

  • Network administrators.
  • IT managers.
  • Network engineers.
 21 Hours

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