BigFix Compliance Course Overview

To ensure that participants are able to fully benefit from the BigFix Compliance course offered by Koenig Solutions, the following prerequisites are recommended. These prerequisites are designed to provide a foundation that will enhance the learning experience without being overly restrictive:

• Basic understanding of IT security concepts, including familiarity with common security threats and mitigation strategies.
• Working knowledge of Windows and/or Linux operating systems to navigate the file system, execute basic commands, and understand system configurations.
• Familiarity with network concepts such as TCP/IP, firewalls, and common networking protocols.
• An introductory level of understanding of system administration tasks, including installing software, managing user privileges, and configuring system settings.
• Awareness of compliance standards and regulatory requirements relevant to the IT industry, although in-depth knowledge is not required.
• Any prior experience with IBM BigFix or other endpoint management solutions would be beneficial but is not mandatory.

By meeting these minimum prerequisites, students will be better prepared to engage with the course content and participate actively in the hands-on activities and discussions.

Target Audience for BigFix Compliance

BigFix Compliance course offers in-depth training on IT security and compliance, targeting professionals managing enterprise-scale systems.

• IT Security Managers
• Compliance Officers
• System Administrators
• Network Administrators
• IT Infrastructure Managers
• Security Analysts
• IT Compliance Consultants
• IT Auditors
• Risk Management Professionals
• Technical Support Engineers
• Database Administrators involved in security
• Professionals preparing for BigFix compliance roles
• IT Architects designing secure and compliant infrastructures

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this BigFix Compliance?

Introduction to BigFix Compliance Course Learning Outcomes:

This course offers comprehensive insights into BigFix Compliance, guiding students through its architecture, operation, and troubleshooting to ensure IT compliance and security.

Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand BigFix portfolio, roles, and compliance motivators to align business and IT needs.
• Distinguish between security and compliance, leveraging checklists and parameters for effective reporting and enforcement.
• Gain proficiency in enforcing compliance rules, automating processes, and generating compliance reports.
• Master the BigFix architecture for scalability, plan network design, and understand the interplay with firewalls, proxy servers, and ports.
• Install and configure BigFix Server, relays, and clients, ensuring adherence to server and database requirements, licensing, and permissions.
• Navigate and customize the BigFix interface, manage views, and use checks and checklists for compliance management.
• Create and manage computer groups for targeted reporting and compliance exceptions, utilizing BigFix's computer properties.
• Operate the Compliance Application, including monitoring and managing data processes, and maintaining the database.
• Manage BigFix platform updates, upgrades, and perform system backups and restorations effectively.
• Develop disaster recovery plans and utilize support resources for troubleshooting and maintaining BigFix Compliance systems.