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Master Security Administration with CDO Tools
Instructor: Muhammad Ramzan Khan
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Recommended experience
Beginner level
Familiarity with basic computer operations and the use of operating systems, and an understanding of fundamental networking concepts.
Recommended experience
Beginner level
Familiarity with basic computer operations and the use of operating systems, and an understanding of fundamental networking concepts.
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The "Security Administration with CDO" specialization is designed for both beginners and experienced professionals, offering a comprehensive journey from fundamental IT security principles to advanced Cisco Defense Orchestrator (CDO) applications. Learners will gain essential knowledge in IT security, delve into Cisco’s security technologies, and master the management of security policies using CDO. By the end of the three-course series, learners will earn a "Certified Specialist in Security Administration with Cisco Defense Orchestrator" certification, demonstrating their readiness for advanced roles in IT security management.
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Throughout this specialization, learners will test their knowledge within the three specialization courses using a series of ungraded lesson quizzes for each lesson, interactive activities, discussion groups with peers, and graded module exams for each module.
This course is designed for beginners, particularly those looking to pivot into a new career. It introduces the basics of IT security, integrating them with a focused exploration of Cisco’s security technologies. Our goal is to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills that form the foundation for a successful career in IT security. Throughout this course, you will delve into critical IT security principles and network fundamentals, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the field’s core concepts.
Additionally, you will gain valuable insights into Cisco’s security product portfolio, an essential toolkit for any aspiring IT security professional. Designed with the career changer in mind, this course offers a step-by-step approach to learning, ensuring that no prior expertise is required. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Describe the importance of IT security - Define key concepts and terminologies in IT security - Evaluate the role of different security measures in mitigating threats - Create a simple network diagram to represent a given scenario - Distinguish between various network architectures and protocols - Apply knowledge of network devices and their functions in a simulated environment - Identify different products in Cisco's security portfolio - Summarize the role of Cisco solutions in enhancing IT security - Formulate a basic security strategy using Cisco products for a given scenario
This course is designed for IT Security Administrators and Consultants. It is an intermediate course that dives deep into the management of security policies across different Cisco security solutions using CDO. The course will focus on technical topics like policy management, object management, and event logging.
By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Operate the graphical user interface (GUI) and Command Line Interface (CLI) - Describe the main components and functionality of the Cisco Defense Orchestrator (CDO) - Create a basic security policy using CDO - Apply object management techniques in a simulated CDO environment - Identify the role and functions of object management in CDO - Design an object management plan to ensure consistency - Interpret log events and alerts in CDO - Evaluate strategies for responding to security events - Formulate a process for using event logs to improve security measure
This advanced course is designed for IT Security Administrators, IT Consultants, and Corporate Executives who wish to thoroughly understand and apply CDO in various complex scenarios.
It emphasizes strategic deployment of CDO, integration with other systems, advanced troubleshooting, and best practices for maximizing security in enterprise environments. This course requires no specific hardware or software, just a web browser and an internet connection. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Design a deployment plan of CDO tailored to a specific organizational context - Apply best practices for CDO deployment in a simulated scenario - Compare and contrast different deployment scenarios and their implications on overall security - Formulate a plan for CDO integration tailored to specific enterprise need - Apply techniques for managing and troubleshooting CDO integrations - Analyze various integration scenarios of CDO with other enterprise systems - Design a security optimization plan using CDO features for a specific enterprise context - Evaluate security performance indicators and adjust strategy accordingly - Create a proactive plan to anticipate future security needs and evolve CDO usage over time
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This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
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Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
This Specialization doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Specialization Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more.
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