Certified Network Defender Certification - Saudi Arabia

Certified Network Defender Certification Course Outline

Module 1: Network Attacks and Defence Strategies

• Attack
• Threat
• Threat Sources
• Threat Actors
• Vulnerability
• Risk
• Network Attacks
• Application Attacks
• Social Engineering Attacks
• Email Attacks
• Mobile Attacks
• Cloud Attacks
• Supply Chain Attacks
• Wireless Attacks
• Hacking Methodologies and Frameworks
• Adaptive Security Strategy
• Defence-in-depth Security

Module 2: Administrative Network Security

• Compliance
• Regulatory Frameworks
• Security Policies
• Security Awareness
• Asset Management
• Recent Cybersecurity Trends

Module 3: Technical Network Security

• Access Controls
• Authentication
• Authorisation
• Accounting (AAA)
• IAM
• Cryptography
• Network Segmentation
• Zero Trust
• Network Security Controls
• Network Security Protocols

Module 4: Network Perimeter Security

• Firewalls
• Firewall Types
• Firewall Topologies
• Firewall Selection
• Firewall Implementation and Deployment
• Firewall Administration
• IDS/IPS
• IDS/IPS Classification
• IDS/IPS Selection
• False Positives
• False Negatives
• Router Security
• Switch Security
• Software-defined Perimeter (SDP)

Module 5: Endpoint Security-Windows Systems

• Windows Security Risks
• Windows Security Components
• Windows Security Features
• Windows Security Baseline Configurations
• User Account and Password Management
• Windows Patch Management
• Windows User Access Management
• Active Directory Security
• Windows Network Services and Protocol Security
• Windows Security Best Practices

Module 6: Endpoint Security-Linux Systems

• Linux Security Risks
• Linux Installation and Patching
• Linux User Access and Password Management
• Linux OS Hardening Techniques
• Linux Network and Remote Access Security
• Linux Security Tools and Frameworks

Module 7: Endpoint Security- Mobile Devices

• Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
• Choose Your Own Device (CYOD)
• Corporate Owned, Personally Enabled (COPE)
• Company Owned, Business Only (COBO)
• Mobile Device Management (MDM)
• Mobile Application Management (MAM)
• Mobile Threat Defence (MTD)
• Unified Endpoint Management (UEM)
• Mobile Email Management (MEM)
• Mobile Content Management (MCM)
• Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM)
• Mobile Device Security
• Android Security
• iPhone Security

Module 8: Endpoint Security-IoT Devices

• IoT Devices
• IoT Application Areas
• IoT Ecosystem
• IoT Communication Models
• IoT-Enabled Environments
• IoT Security Risk and Challenges
• IoT Security in IoT-Enabled IT Environments
• IoT Security Tools
• IoT Security Best Practices
• IoT Security Standards, Initiatives, and Efforts

Module 9: Administrative Application Security

• Application Whitelisting
• Application Blacklisting
• Application Sandboxing
• Application Patch Management
• Web Application Firewalls (WAFs)

Module 10: Data Security

• Data Security
• Data Encryption Data at Rest
• Data Encryption at Transit
• Data Masking
• Data Backup
• Data Retention
• Data Destruction
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
• Data Integrity

Module 11: Enterprise Virtual Network Security

• Network Virtualisation (NV)
• Software-defined Network (SDN)
• Network Function Virtualisation (NFV) Security
• OS Virtualisation Security
• Container Security
• Docker Security
• Kubernetes Security

Module 12: Enterprise Cloud Network Security

• Cloud Computing
• Cloud Security
• Shared Responsibility Model
• Amazon Cloud (AWS) Security
• Microsoft Azure Cloud Security
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Security

Module 13: Enterprise Wireless Network Security

• Wireless Network
• Wireless Standards
• Wireless Topologies
• Wireless Network Components
• Wireless Network Encryption
• Wireless Network Authentication
• Wireless Network Security Measures
• Wi-Fi Security Tools

Module 14: Network Traffic Monitoring and Analysis

• Network Traffic Monitoring
• Baseline Traffic Signatures
• Suspicious Network Traffic Signatures
• Threat Detection with Wireshark
• Bandwidth Monitoring
• Performance Monitoring
• Network Anomaly Detection
• Behaviour Analysis

Module 15: Network Logs Monitoring and Analysis

• Logs
• Windows Log Analysis
• Linux Log Analysis
• Mac Log Analysis
• Firewall Log Analysis
• Router Log Analysis
• Web Server Log Analysis
• Centralised Log Management

Module 16: Incident Response and Forensic Investigation

• First Responder
• Incident Handling and Response Process
• SOAR
• Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR)
• Extended Detection and Response (XDR)
• Forensics Investigation

Module 17: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

• Business Continuity (BC)
• Disaster Recovery (DR)
• Business Continuity Management (BCM)
• BC/DR Activities
• Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
• Recovery Time Objective (RTO)
• Recovery Point Objective (RPO)
• Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
• Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)

Module 18: Risk Anticipation with Risk Management

• Risk Management
• Risk Identification
• Risk Assessment
• Risk Treatment
• Risk Treatment Steps
• Risk Tracking and Review
• Risk Management Frameworks (RMFs)
• Vulnerability Management
• Vulnerability Scanning
• Vulnerability Reporting
• Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA)

Module 19: Threat Assessment with Attack Surface Analysis

• Attack Surface
• Attack Surface Analysis
• System Attack Surface
• Network Attack Surface
• Software Attack Surface
• Physical Attack Surface
• Human Attack Surface
• Indicators of Exposures (IoEs)
• Attack Simulation
• Attack Surface Reduction
• Attack Surface Monitoring Tools
• Cloud and IoT Attack Surface Analysis

Module 20: Threat Prediction with Cyber Threat Intelligence

• Cyber Threat Intelligence
• Threat Intelligence Types
• Indicators of Compromise (IoCs)
• Indicators of Attack (IoA)
• Threat Intelligence Layers
• Threat Intelligence Sources
• Threat Intelligence Feeds
• Threat Intelligence Platforms (TIP)
• Threat Hunting

Who should attend this Certified Network Defender Certification Course?

This CND Course is specifically designed for individuals who are focused on strengthening their capabilities in network defence against cyber threats. It is particularly beneficial for:

• Network Security Professionals
• System Administrators
• Cybersecurity Analysts
• IT Managers and Directors
• Security Engineers
• Network Architects

Prerequisites of the Certified Network Defender Certification Course

There are no formal prerequisites to attend this CND Training Course.

Certified Network Defender Certification Course Overview

A Network Defender is a cybersecurity professional who specialises in protecting networks from intrusion, attacks, and vulnerabilities. Their role is critical as they safeguard information systems from potential threats that can disrupt or damage operations. This training provides organisations with the expertise needed to secure their network infrastructure against cyber threats.

This EC-Council Certification is highly beneficial for IT professionals, Network Administrators, and Cybersecurity Analysts who aim to enhance their skills in protecting, detecting, and responding to network threats. It is also valuable for network engineers and security consultants seeking to deepen their knowledge in network defence strategies.

In The Knowledge Academy’s 5-day Certified Network Defender Certification Course, delegates will learn the essential components of network defence, including the implementation of secure architectures and the management of security policies. The course covers a broad range of topics from securing endpoint devices to managing cloud and virtual network environments.

Course Objectives

• To understand network vulnerabilities and implement defence strategies
• To manage and secure endpoint, mobile, and IoT environments
• To deploy and maintain reliable network perimeter defences
• To perform network monitoring and analyse security logs
• To respond to and recover from network security incidents
• To apply risk management principles and practices effectively

After attending this Certified Network Defender Certification Training, delegates will be equipped with the skills to effectively monitor, detect, and respond to network security threats. They will be able to apply best practices in network defence, manage risks associated with cyber threats, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

What’s included in this Certified Network Defender Training Course?

• Certified Network Defender Exam (312-38)
• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• Certified Network Defender Certification
• Digital Delegate Pack

Certified Network Defender Exam Information

The EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND) exam evaluates a candidate knowledge and skills in network security. The exam format is as follows:

• Question Type: Multiple Choice
• Total Questions: 100 Questions
• Duration: 4 Hours