Learn to master next-generation firewall management with Palo Alto Networks’ “Firewall 9.1 Essentials: Configuration and Management (EDU-210)” course. Ideal for security professionals and network engineers, this five-day program provides hands-on experience in configuring and monitoring NGFWs. Develop robust security policies, utilize advanced features like application identification, and implement best practices for enhanced security. the course offers updated training in Gain expertise in controlling network traffic flow, crafting Security and NAT policies, implementing Threat Prevention strategies, and effectively monitoring network activity through interactive web interfaces and firewall reports.
- Course Overview:
- Introduction to Palo Alto Networks firewalls and their architecture
- Initial Setup:
- Configuring management interface
- Setting network settings
- Creating administrator accounts
- Firewall Management:
- Creating and managing security zones, device groups, and service groups
- Managing administrator accounts and permissions
- Connecting to Production Networks:
- Understanding security zones and their role in network segmentation
- Connecting the firewall to your network using security zones
- Security Policy Management:
- Creating and managing security policy rules to control traffic flow
- Network Traffic Monitoring:
- Utilizing built-in monitoring tools to track network activity
- Troubleshooting:
- Identifying and resolving common firewall issues
- Basic familiarity with networking concepts: This includes an understanding of routing, switching, and IP addressing.
- Basic familiarity with security concepts: This includes an understanding of firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and other basic security technologies.
- Experience with other security technologies (IPS, proxy, and content filtering): While not required, having experience with other security technologies can clarify the concepts covered in EDU-210.