Network Security Support Fundamentals

Overview

Explore network security with the Network Security Support Fundamentals online course. Designed to offer a comprehensive understanding of network security, this course is crucial in today's digital world. By the end of this course, you will be able to describe the role of enterprise networks, explain enterprise network security basics, and understand network security operations.

Perfect for beginners aiming for a cybersecurity career or professionals looking to enhance their skill set, this course prepares you for the industry-standard CompTIA Security+ certification, a credential that can significantly boost your career.

The course covers topics like network security protocols, enterprise network infrastructure, campus network configuration and cybersecurity risk management. It can be completed in 6-8 hours and is part of the broader CompTIA cybersecurity specialization.

This course stands out from other beginner cybersecurity courses. Upon completion, you'll have the pre-requisite knowledge to be ready to pursue any training for CompTIA Security+, leading to an industry-standard certification (CompTIA Security+), opening doors to an entry-level cybersecurity job.

In 2023, there are 663,434 job postings for open cybersecurity jobs in the United States and CompTIA Security+ is mentioned in 86,066 job descriptions, according to CyberSeek. The CompTIA IT Salary Calculator and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show that cybersecurity professionals in the United States earn an annual median salary of $112,000. This is 142% higher than the median national wage for all occupations.

Syllabus

Module 1: Enterprise Campus Network Fundamentals

Enterprise networks are the IT infrastructure used by midsize and large organizations, and they are everywhere in the modern IT field. In this module you will expand your understanding of larger networks by identifying network appliances, implementing defense in depth, and understanding virtualization and data center features.

Module 2: Enterprise Network Application Fundamentals

In this module you will learn the secure methods by which enterprise networks operate, including encryption, application protocols, and the use of virtualization. You will apply your understanding in deploying different areas of a virtual network.

Module 3: Cybersecurity Controls

Cybersecurity controls are integral to network operations and rely on a security professional with a strong knowledge of how networks function. This module will introduce you to network documentation and monitoring, discuss the principles of redundancy and resilience, and apply your knowledge to remediation of a security incident.