SNCF | Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower

Overview

The Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security Firepower certification will prepare you to deploy, manage and configure the Cisco Firepower Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS) and the Cisco Firepower Threat Defence system to implement advanced security against threats to your business' network.

This certification attests your completion of the following courses and the passing of exam 300-710 SNCF: Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower:

Train through Firebrand’s Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, and you’ll learn at twice the speed in a distraction-free environment. Sit your exam after 8 days and certify in Cisco’s Network Security Firepower.

Please note: Firebrand do not offer Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security Firepower as a combined course. You will have to complete courses Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next Generation Firewall (SSNGFW) and Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next-Generation IPS (SSFIPS) individually to sit exam 300-710 SNCF.

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You'll be trained and certified faster. Learn more on this 8-day accelerated course. You'll get at least 12 hours a day of quality learning time in a distraction-free environment
Your course is all-inclusive. One simple price covers all course materials, exams, accommodation and meals – so you can focus on learning
Pass first time or train again for free. Your expert instructor will deliver our unique accelerated learning methods, allowing you to learn faster and be in the best possible position to pass first time. In the unlikely event that you don't, it's covered by your Certification Guarantee
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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next Generation Firewall (SSNGFW) v1.0

Module 1: Cisco Firepower Threat Defence Overview
Module 2: Cisco Firepower NGFW Device Configuration
Module 3: Cisco Firepower NGFW Traffic Control
Module 4: Cisco Firepower NGFW Address Translation
Module 5: Cisco Firepower Discovery
Module 6: Implementing Access Control Policies
Module 7: Security Intelligence
Module 8: File Control and Advanced Malware Protection
Module 9: Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention Systems
Module 10: Site-to-Site VPN
Module 11: Remote-Access VPN
Module 12: SSL Decryption
Module 13: Detailed Analysis Techniques
Module 14: System Administration
Module 15: Cisco Firepower Troubleshooting

Lab outline

Module 1: Initial Device Setup
Module 2: Device Management
Module 3: Configuring High Availability
Module 4: Migrating from Cisco ASA to Cisco Firepower Threat Defense
Module 5: Implementing QoS
Module 6: Implementing NAT
Module 7: Configuring Network Discovery
Module 8: Implementing an Access Control Policy
Module 9: Implementing Security Intelligence
Module 10: Implementing Site-to-Site VPN
Module 11: Implementing Remote Access VPN
Module 12: Threat Analysis
Module 13: System Administration
Module 14: Firepower Troubleshooting

Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next-Generation IPS (SSFIPS) v4.0

Module 1: Cisco Firepower Threat Defense Overview
Module 2: Cisco Firepower NGFW Device Configuration
Module 3: Cisco Firepower NGFW Traffic Control
Module 4: Cisco Firepower Discovery
Module 5: Implementing Access Control Policies
Module 6: Security Intelligence
Module 7: File Control and Advanced Malware Protection
Module 8: Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention Systems
Module 9: Network Analysis Policies
Module 10: Detailed Analysis Techniques
Module 11: Cisco Firepower Platform Integration
Module 12: Alerting and Correlation Policies
Module 13: System Administration
Module 14: Cisco Firepower Troubleshooting

Lab Outline

Module 1: Initial Device Setup
Module 2: Device Management
Module 3: Configuring Network Discovery
Module 4: Implementing and Access Control Policy
Module 5: Implementing Security Intelligence
Module 6: File Control and Advanced Malware Protection
Module 7: Implementing NGIPS
Module 8: Customising a Network Analysis Policy
Module 9: Detailed Analysis
Module 10: Configuring Cisco Firepower Platform Integration with Splunk
Module 11: Configuring Alerting and Event Correlation
Module 12: System Administration
Module 13: Cisco Firepower Troubleshooting

Exam Track

As part of your accelerated course, you’ll sit the following exam at the Firebrand Training centre, covered by your Certification Guarantee:

Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower

Exam code: 300-710 SNCF
Duration: 90 minutes
Languages: English and Japanese
Domains:

Deployment (30%)
Configuration (30%)
Management and troubleshooting (25%)
Integration (15%)

These domains are general guidelines for the content likely to be included in the exam. As Cisco continues to develop this certification, other related topics may also appear.

Please note: Firebrand do not offer Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security Firepower as a combined course. You will have to complete courses Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next Generation Firewall (SSNGFW) v1.0 and Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next-Generation IPS (SSFIPS) v4.0 individually to sit exam 300-710 SNCF.

What's Included

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this accelerated course, you should have knowledge and skills in:

TCP/IP and basic routing protocols
TCP/IP networking and network architecture
Firewall and VPN
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) concepts and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
26.8.2024 (Monday)	2.9.2024 (Monday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-

10.2.2025 (Monday)	17.2.2025 (Monday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
24.3.2025 (Monday)	31.3.2025 (Monday)	Open	Nationwide
5.5.2025 (Monday)	12.5.2025 (Monday)	Open	Nationwide
16.6.2025 (Monday)	23.6.2025 (Monday)	Open	Nationwide

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