Network Security, Automation, and Exam Preparation

This course is part of ENCOR (350-401) v1.1 Video Training Series Specialization

Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors

What you'll learn

  •   Understand and explain key network security concepts like privilege levels, AAA, and ACLs.
  •   Apply and configure security settings and automation using Python and orchestration tools.
  •   Evaluate network security strategies and assess their effectiveness in protecting data and infrastructure.
  •   Create automated solutions to boost network security and efficiency using advanced scripting techniques.
  • Skills you'll gain

  •   Network Administration
  •   YAML
  •   Software-Defined Networking
  •   Identity and Access Management
  •   JSON
  •   Authentications
  •   Ansible
  •   Firewall
  •   Chef (Configuration Management Tool)
  •   Wireless Networks
  •   Infrastructure Security
  •   Scripting
  •   Extensible Markup Language (XML)
  •   Network Monitoring
  •   Encryption
  •   Network Security
  •   Automation
  • There are 13 modules in this course

    As you progress, the course delves into wireless security, offering insights into protocols, encryption, and authentication methods that secure wireless communications. You’ll engage with practical labs to configure EAP, WebAuth, and PSK security settings, solidifying your understanding through real-world scenarios. The focus then shifts to automation, where you’ll learn about network programmability, data models, and popular orchestration tools like Ansible and SaltStack, equipping you with the skills to streamline and optimize network operations. The final modules prepare you for certification exams, covering study strategies, registration steps, and exam day tips. This comprehensive course ensures you not only master network security and automation but are also fully prepared to demonstrate your knowledge through certification. This course is ideal for network engineers, IT professionals, and system administrators seeking to enhance their network security and automation skills. A basic understanding of networking concepts and some experience with network devices is recommended.

    Device Access Security

    Infrastructure Security

    Wireless Security

    Security Design Considerations

    Network Automation

    Network Programmability Foundations

    Python Programming

    Network Configuration with Data Models

    Orchestration Tools

    Network Automation with Cisco DNA Center and vManage

    Exam Preparation

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