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Cisco - SSFIPS | Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next-Generation IPS

Duration:

Only 4 Days

Method:

Classroom / Online / Hybrid

Next date:

24/6/2024 (Monday)

Overview

On this accelerated Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next-Generation IPS (SSFIPS) course, you’ll learn how to deploy, navigate, maintain and manage the Cisco Firepower Next-Generation Intrusion Prevention System (NGIPS).

In just 4 days, you’ll build the skills to protect your business from network security threats by implementing platform features like firewall security concepts and network-based malware. You'll also learn:

In-depth event analysis including detection of network-based malware and file type
NGIPS tuning and configuration including application control, security intelligence, firewall and network-based malware and file controls
Configuration and deployment of correlation policies to take action

Train at twice the speed with a Cisco Learning Partner through Firebrand's Lecture | Lab | Review methodology.

Audience

This course is ideal for:

Security administrators
Security consultants
Network administrators
System engineers
Technical support personnel
Channel partners and resellers

Next step: Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security Firepower certification

At the end of the course, you'll be halfway from achieving your Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security Firepower certification.

Both course SSFIPS and course Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next Generation Firewall (SSNGFW) are prerequisites for exam 300-710 SNCF.

After you sit both courses and pass the exam, you'll automatically receive the Cisco Certified Specialist – Network Security Firepower certification.

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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 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: You will also have to complete course Securing Networks with Cisco Firepower Next Generation Firewall (SSNGFW) in order to sit exam 300-710 SNCF and achieve your Cisco Certified Specialist - Network Security Firepower certification.

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:

Technical understanding of TCP/IP networking and network architecture
Familiarity with the concepts of Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and IPS

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
19/2/2024 (Monday)	22/2/2024 (Thursday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	27/6/2024 (Thursday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	8/8/2024 (Thursday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	19/9/2024 (Thursday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	31/10/2024 (Thursday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	12/12/2024 (Thursday)	Open	Nationwide