Palo Alto Networks: Firewall 10.0: Improving Security Posture and Hardening PAN-OS Firewalls (EDU-214) Course Overview

The Palo Alto Networks: Firewall 10.0: Improving Security Posture and Hardening PAN-OS Firewalls (EDU-214) course is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of how to enhance the security and stability of their network infrastructure using Palo Alto Networks’ next-generation firewalls. This course covers an array of critical concepts, starting with an Introduction to the importance of a robust security posture, and proceeding through a series of modules that delve into various aspects of firewall management and optimization.

From revising Security Profiles to ensure they are up-to-date with current threats, to daily Operations and Maintenance practices that keep the firewall running smoothly, the course is structured to build competence systematically. It also emphasizes the importance of Establishing Initial Baseline Visibility to understand network traffic, Analyzing and Updating Security Rules, and implementing Best Practices for inbound, outbound, and internal traffic management. Additionally, the course discusses Administratively Hardening PAN-OS to avoid unauthorized changes and Reducing Policy Set to simplify management. By the end of this training, learners will be equipped with the skills needed to harden their firewalls and improve their network's overall security posture.