INT-2670 Firewalls

Credits 3
This course provides the basics of next-generation security firewalls. It also helps learners to identify common attacks and threats against networks and to identify vulnerabilities in network security. Moreover, the course describes the current cutting-edge technologies that help to prevent and mitigate cyberattacks. In this course, students learn key topics such as cryptography, virtual private networks, and endpoint protection. They also become competent at configuring basic features of next generation firewalls. The course helps prepare learners to take firewall-related industry certification exams.
Prerequisite(s): INT-1620 Security+ Preparation
Course Outcomes

Identify common attacks and threats against networks.
Select appropriate cryptographic tools to secure the confidentiality and integrity of data.
Configure appropriate security architecture and tools to mitigate modern threats.
Configure remote access and site-to-site virtual private networks (VPN).
Manage a next-generation firewall.
Compare and contrast characteristics of the security infrastructure from top industry players.