To ensure that students are prepared to successfully undertake training in the NSE 5 Network Security Analyst—FortiManager 7.0 course, the following prerequisites are recommended:
Basic Understanding of Networking:
- Familiarity with common network concepts such as routing, switching, and IP addressing is essential.
- Knowledge of basic firewall concepts and network security principles.
Fundamental Operating System Knowledge:
- Comfort with operating systems, primarily Linux and Windows, as it will aid in understanding the network environments in which FortiManager operates.
Experience with Fortinet Products:
- Prior experience with FortiGate firewalls is highly beneficial, though not strictly necessary.
- Understanding the basics of how FortiGate operates will be advantageous.
Familiarity with FortiManager:
- While not a strict requirement, having some exposure to FortiManager or other centralized network management solutions will be helpful.
General IT Experience:
- At least one year of experience in managing IT security or related experience in network administration helps in grasping the concepts more effectively.
Certification Requirements:
- It's recommended to have completed the NSE 4 certification, or have equivalent knowledge, as it provides a strong foundation for the NSE 5 training.
Please note that while these prerequisites are intended to provide a baseline for learning, motivated individuals with less experience may still benefit from the course if they are committed to learning and expanding their knowledge in network security and management.
Target Audience for NSE 5 Network Security Analyst—FortiManager 7.0
The NSE 5 Network Security Analyst—FortiManager 7.0 course is designed for IT professionals focusing on centralized network security management.
Target Audience for the NSE 5 FortiManager 7.0 Course:
- Network Security Administrators
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analysts
- Network and Security Technicians
- IT Security Engineers
- Network Managers
- Systems Integrators who implement security solutions
- Technical Support Personnel
- Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs)
- Network Defense Technicians
- Information Security Analysts
- Network Infrastructure Designers
- Security Policy Makers
Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this NSE 5 Network Security Analyst—FortiManager 7.0?
Introduction to Learning Outcomes:
The NSE 5—FortiManager 7.0 course equips you with the skills to manage network security efficiently using FortiManager. Master deployment, administration, and troubleshooting for a robust security infrastructure.
Learning Objectives and Outcomes:
- Understand the role and significance of FortiManager in centralized network security management.
- Learn how to perform the initial configuration and setup of FortiManager for operational readiness.
- Gain proficiency in administrative tasks, including creating administrators, defining roles, and setting up system settings.
- Master the process of registering and managing different FortiGate devices within FortiManager.
- Acquire the ability to create device-level configurations and install policies and objects to registered devices.
- Develop skills to effectively manage and implement security policies and firewall objects across the network.
- Learn how to use Global ADOMs for managing large-scale deployments and applying central management techniques.
- Enhance your diagnostic capabilities to identify and troubleshoot common issues within FortiManager.
- Explore additional configuration options such as scripting, dynamic objects, and SD-WAN setup.
- Prepare to efficiently manage network security environments, streamline operations, and ensure compliance with security policies using FortiManager.
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