Network Security Fundamentals
Secure networks from the ground up — firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network traffic analysis with Wireshark.
What You'll Learn
Analyse network traffic using Wireshark and tcpdump
Configure and tune firewall rules (iptables, pfSense)
Deploy and manage IDS/IPS with Snort and Suricata
Implement network segmentation and DMZ architectures
Set up and harden VPN solutions (OpenVPN, WireGuard)
Detect and investigate network-based attacks and anomalies
Curriculum Breakdown
Learning Format
Video Lessons
High-quality recorded lessons you can watch at your own pace.
Hands-on Projects
Real-world projects that reinforce every concept you learn.
Certificate
Earn a verifiable certificate upon successful completion.
Certification Details
Network Security Professional Certificate
Issued by Tech101
Prove your ability to design, monitor, and defend enterprise network infrastructure.
Certificate Requirements
- Configure firewalls and intrusion detection systems
- Capture and analyse network traffic with Wireshark
- Implement secure VPN and network segmentation
- Detect and respond to network-based attacks
Completion Certificate
Awarded upon finishing all course content and submitting projects. Shows dedication and completion.
Graded Certificate
Earned by passing the final assessment with 70%+ score. Demonstrates verified skill proficiency.
Your Instructor
Michael Torres
Cybersecurity Expert & Ethical Hacker
Michael is a certified ethical hacker (CEH) and CISSP with 15 years in cybersecurity, advising governments and enterprises.
Requirements & Prerequisites
Technical Requirements
- Basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, OSI model)
- Linux command-line familiarity
- Access to a virtualisation environment (VirtualBox or VMware)
Who This Course Is For
- Network engineers moving into security roles
- SOC analysts wanting deeper network visibility
- IT administrators responsible for securing their organisation's network
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