Certiport Networking

Secure Your Future with the IT Specialist Programme!

Are you ready to enhance your Cyber Security skills and boost your IT career? The IT Specialist program is designed to help you validate essential Network Security skills that employers are actively seeking.

Perfect for those just beginning their IT journey, this program sets you on the path to success.

In just three days, our accelerated Information Technology Specialist Network Security course will equip you with the skills to:

• Understand core security principles
• Implement operating system security
• Secure networks and devices
• Apply secure computing practices
• Manage authentication, authorisation, and accounting

With Firebrand’s unique Lecture | Lab | Review methodology, you'll learn at twice the speed of traditional training. Benefit from expert instructors, comprehensive courseware, and a focused, distraction-free learning environment.

Upon completion, you'll take the official ITS-202 exam and earn your Certiport IT Specialist Network Security certification and digital badge.

1. Core Security Principles:
   • Understanding fundamental security concepts.
   • Recognising different types of threats and vulnerabilities.
   • Implementing basic security measures.
2. Operating System Security:
   • Securing operating systems (Windows, Linux, etc.).
   • Configuring security settings and policies.
   • Managing updates and patches.
3. Network Security:
   • Securing network infrastructure.
   • Implementing firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
   • Configuring secure network protocols.
4. Device Security:
   • Securing endpoints and mobile devices.
   • Implementing device management policies.
   • Ensuring data protection on devices.
5. Secure Computing Practices:
   • Promoting safe browsing and email practices.
   • Implementing encryption and secure communication.
   • Managing user authentication and access controls.
6. Authentication, Authorisation, and Accounting (AAA):
   • Understanding AAA concepts.
   • Implementing authentication mechanisms.
   • Managing user permissions and auditing access.

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

ITS-101

• 35 - 45 MCQ
• Duration: 50 Minutes

Familiarity with basic IT concepts and terminology is helpful.

Approximately 150 hours of instruction and hands-on experience with Network Security topics are recommended.

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.

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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