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Network Monitoring Course

This course provides the knowledge and skills students need to capture selected traffic on a data network and conduct a preliminary analysis of the data. Students learn to plan the event, assess the network, place the sensor, capture the data, and then begin to analyze it. Wireless monitoring and legal aspects of network monitoring are also covered.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
2 - Intermediate
Course Catalog Number
RT301
Course Prerequisites

Introduction to Networks and Computer Hardware

Training Purpose
Skill Development
Specific Audience
Contractor
Federal Employee
Delivery Method
Classroom
Course Location

911 Elkridge Landing Rd
Linthicum, MD 21090

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Learning Objectives

  • Explain how to monitor traffic on a network in a lawful manner
  • Explain network monitoring and reporting
  • Plan for a network monitoring event
  • Assess a network, and configure and place a network monitoring sensor
  • Acquire specific network data
  • Analyze previously captured data
  • Explain a network monitoring system in a wireless environment

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

  • Cyber Defense 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

If you would like to provide feedback on this course, please e-mail the NICCS team at NICCS@mail.cisa.dhs.gov. Please keep in mind that NICCS does not own this course or accept payment for course entry. If you have questions related to the details of this course, such as cost, prerequisites, how to register, etc., please contact the course training provider directly. You can find course training provider contact information by following the link that says “Visit course page for more information...” on this page.

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