• Online, Instructor-Led
  • Classroom
Course Description

Learn the basic concepts and techniques of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and other network-related defense strategies. Students will set up, configure, and monitor an Intrusion Detection System utilizing different leading edge products. Current network defense strategies will be discussed and popular tools will be used. Students will be able to apply the correct IDS and defense strategies for different business’ goals.

Learning Objectives

Explain IDS/IPS terminology.
Select current IDS/IPS tools.
Assess the system’s configurations.
Assess system integrity
Measure abnormal activity patterns on the network.
Construct defense mechanisms.
Assess policy violations.
Validate policy violations.
Resolve abnormal activity.
Determine appropriate defense strategies.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Risk Management
  • Cyber Defense Analysis
  • Incident Response
  • Digital Forensics
  • Exploitation Analysis

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

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