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Overview

In this three-day course, you will learn how to use basic FortiGate features, including security profiles. In interactive labs, you will explore firewall policies, user authentication, SSL VPN, dial-up IPsec VPN, and how to protect your network using security profiles such as IPS, antivirus, web filtering, application control, and more.

These administration fundamentals will provide you with a solid understanding of how to implement basic network security.

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What You'll Learn

After completing this course, you should be able to:

  • Deploy the appropriate operation mode for your network.
  • Use the GUI and CLI for administration.
  • Identify the characteristics of the Fortinet security fabric.
  • Control network access to configured networks using firewall policies.
  • Apply port forwarding, source NAT, and destination NAT.
  • Authenticate users using firewall policies.
  • Understand encryption functions and certificates.
  • Inspect SSL/TLS-secured traffic to prevent encryption used to bypass security policies.
  • Configure security profiles to neutralize threats and misuse, including viruses, torrents, and inappropriate websites.
  • Apply application control techniques to monitor and control network applications that might use standard or non-standard protocols and ports.
  • Fight hacking and denial of service (DoS).
  • Defend against data leaks by identifying files with sensitive data and block them from leaving your private network.
  • Offer an SSL VPN for secure access to your private network.
  • Implement a dial-up IPsec VPN tunnel between FortiGate and FortiClient.
  • Collect and interpret log entries.

Who Should Attend

Networking and security professionals involved in the management, configuration, administration and monitoring of FortiGate devices used to secure their organizations' networks. Participants should have a thorough understanding of all the topics covered in the FortiGate Security course before attending the FortiGate Infrastructure course.

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Prerequisites

  • Knowledge of network protocols
  • Basic understanding of firewall concepts

Learning Journey

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  • Introduction to FortiGate and the Security Fabric
  • Firewall Policies
  • Network Address Translation (NAT)
  • Firewall Authentication
  • Logging and Monitoring
  • Certificate Operations
  • Web Filtering
  • Application Control
  • Antivirus
  • Intrusion Prevention and Denial of Service
  • SSL VPN
  • Dial-Up IPsec VPN
  • Data Leak Prevention (DLP)

This course and the FortiGate Infrastructure course are intended to help participants prepare for the NSE 4 certification exam.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • Why get Fortinet certified?

    Fortinet certifications validate your expertise in network security and your ability to implement and manage Fortinet's comprehensive Security Fabric.

    These certifications are highly valued by employers and demonstrate your commitment to staying ahead of the ever-evolving threat landscape.

    A Fortinet certification can open doors to new career opportunities, increase your earning potential, and make you a sought-after cybersecurity professional.

  • What to expect for the examination?

    Fortinet offers a variety of certification exams at different levels (NSE 1 - 8) and specializations (security, cloud, cybersecurity).

    Exams typically consist of multiple-choice and scenario-based questions that assess your knowledge and problem-solving skills in real-world security situations.

    Depending on the level and specialization, you will be required to pass/complete the core and/or elective exam(s), while the expert tier has written and practical exam.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by Fortinet from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

  • How long is Fortinet certification valid for?

    As of 1 October 2023, all Fortinet certifications have an expiration date:

    NSE 1 - 4 (FCF, FCA, FCP, FCSS): Valid for two years.

    NSE 5 - 8 (FCX): Valid for three years.

    To maintain your certification, you must recertify before it expires. Recertification options include passing the same exam again or earning a higher-level certification.

    Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by Fortinet from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.

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    Here’s what sets us apart:

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