Instructors
Sheryl (Shane) Hermoso (APNIC)
Champika Wijayatunga (ICANN)
Synopsis:
The objective of this workshop is to examine the key concepts, protocols and the policies involved in establishing and maintaining security for a network, and building an understanding and familiarity with their operation. Device and network infrastructure security is examined with a focus on different layers to establish a robust, stable and secure network and protect the data and processes that occur in the network.
The workshop also looks at the nature and structure of network attacks and the motivation that drives such on-line malicious activity.
The course further examines the actions and processes that can be used to identify, mitigate and respond to such attacks.
Course: WSEC01: Network Security
Delivery: Workshop
Duration: 3 days
Level of Study: Intermediate
Target Audience:
Engineers, Network Managers and Operators, Security policy makers who are interested in network security and gaining an understanding of the threats they face and how to mitigate such threats.
Pre-requisites:
It is assumed that participants have a basic understanding of network operations and Internet technologies.
Course Outline:
Network Security Fundamentals
Security on Different Layers and Attack Mitigation
Cryptography and PKI
Device and Infrastructure Security
Operational Security and Policies
Virtual Private Networks and IPSec
DNSSEC
Route Filtering
Other requirements:
It is highly recommended that participants bring their own laptop computers (At least Pentium 4, 1gb Ram, DVD drive, with administrative access to system) to practice the lessons learned during the workshops.
Maximum Attendees:
40 participants per workshop
Please note:
Certificate of participation is provided upon successful completion of the course.