Learning Objectives
Network Security and Defense Management
[26%] Combines network defense strategies, risk management, and threat prediction using adaptive security frameworks, defense-in-depth, and cyber threat intelligence to proactively secure the enterprise.
Perimeter and Endpoint Protection
[31%] Covers securing network perimeters with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and zero trust models, along with hardening and protecting endpoints including servers, workstations, mobile devices, and IoT.
Application, Data, and Wireless Security
[28%] Focuses on protecting enterprise applications, data assets, wireless networks, virtual environments, and cloud infrastructure through encryption, DLP, virtualization security, and access control.
Monitoring, Detection, and Response
[14%] Addresses the use of logs, network traffic monitoring, and forensic techniques to detect, analyze, and respond to security incidents effectively.
Business Continuity and Governance
[1%] Highlights administrative and legal controls including policy development, compliance, and continuity planning for ensuring long-term security posture.
- The Certified Network Defender (C|ND) Training Course at Intellectual Point is meticulously designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to protect, detect, and respond to network security threats. This course focuses on hands-on training to ensure you understand the critical balance between managing vulnerabilities and implementing robust defenses in a network environment.
- By integrating practical experiences with foundational cybersecurity theories, the course prepares you for the C|ND certification exam and real-world network defense scenarios. Throughout the course, you will explore the art of risk management, network policies, security controls, and threat intelligence strategies. By the end of the training, you'll be adept at applying your knowledge to create secure networks and proactively defend against cyber-attacks. By the end of this course, participants will:
- 1) Develop and implement comprehensive network security strategies to protect organizational assets.
- 2) Conduct detailed network traffic analysis to identify and mitigate potential threats.
- 3) Implement robust firewalls and intrusion detection systems to enhance network security posture.
- 4) Formulate and enforce security policies to ensure compliance and manage risk effectively.
- 5) Demonstrate preparedness to pass the Certified Network Defender (C|ND) certification exam.
Module by Module Learning Outline
Tuition & Hours
Tuition is charged by course. The cost of the certification exam is not included in the tuition and is a separate cost based on the current rates as set by the vendor.
Course | Total Hours | Tuition |
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SEC-203: Certified Network Defender (C|ND) | 72 | $4,499.00 |
Books & Supplies
There are no additional charges for books or supplies.
Indirect Costs
Should a student wish to obtain the Certified Network Defender (C|ND) certification exam, the cost is an additional fee not covered in tuition. While encouraged, the exam is not a required expense to be paid at the time of enrollment. To obtain a voucher for the certification exam, you will need to purchase it separately.
Course | Exam | Exam Fee |
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SEC-203: Certified Network Defender (C|ND) | Certified Network Defender (C|ND) | $1,199 |
Program Award
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will receive a Certificate of Completion for Certified Network Defender (C|ND) Training.
* Exam fees are quoted based on time of publication. Voucher prices may change based on vendor rates and are updated accordingly. Please contact Intellectual Point to verify exam fee charges.
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You will learn how to protect, detect and respond to the network attacks. You will learn network defense fundamentals, the application of network security controls, protocols, perimeter appliances, secure IDS, VPN and firewall configuration. You will then learn the intricacies of network traffic signature, analysis and vulnerability scanning which will help you when you design greater network security policies and successful incident response plans. These skills will help you foster resiliency and continuity of operations during attacks.
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A Certified Network Defender Course at Intellectual Point Includes:
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- Hands-on labs
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