Overview

Implementing Security Core Technologies equips students with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to pursue entry-level careers as security specialists. This career-focused online course emphasizes practical experience and builds a strong foundation in network security principles, tools, and configurations essential for protecting modern networks. As the first course in a two-course sequence, it also prepares students to sit for the Cisco CCNP Security Certification exam.

Students gain real-world experience through a variety of hands-on labs, including procedural and troubleshooting exercises, skills integration challenges, and model-building. All labs can be completed using Cisco Packet Tracer, with most chapters featuring cumulative challenges to reinforce learning.

LIVE ONLINE format:

Delivered through UMass Global’s LIVE ONLINE format using advanced video conferencing technology, this course provides the same expert instruction and interactive experience as an in-person classroom.

At a Glance

Extended Education
Approximately 30 hours
2 PDUs
Undergraduate Professional Development Units
$1850
EdAssist discounted rate: $1,665

LIVE ONLINE training includes:

Award

Live Instruction

Join real-time sessions led by experienced instructors who guide you through key concepts and answer questions as they arise.

Simulation Tech

Course Materials

Gain full access to presentations, resources, and learning materials to support your success throughout the course.

Expert support

Collaborative Learning

Engage with classmates and your instructor through a dynamic virtual platform designed to foster interaction and discussion.

Video

On-Demand Playback

Miss a session or want to review a topic? Rewatch recorded classes at your convenience, anytime, from anywhere.

  • Explain network security
  • Implement the secure management and monitoring of network devices
  • Configure a classic firewall to mitigate network attacks
  • Implement server-based AAA authentication using TACACS+ and RADIUS protocols
  • Explain how network-based IPS is used to help secure a network
  • Implement endpoint and Layer 2 security features

Tuition covers only the cost of the course. Nothing else is provided to the student.

  • Full refund before the first class meeting
  • 90% refund within the 1st class meeting
  • 80% refund within the 2nd class meeting
  • No refunds after the 2nd class meeting

This course is part of the 2-course Cisco CCNP Security Program.

Implementing Security Core Technologies

Security Networks with Firewalls

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