Applied Network Security

This course is a hands-on lesson in networking fundamentals that are critical to cyber security. Curriculum will start from layer 1 of the OSI model, working up to the most critical layer 7 protocols for modern network communication. These protocols underpin local area networks (LANs), IoT devices, and critical infrastructure. Security implications at each layer and protocol will be discussed and demonstrated through lab exercises. Lab exercises include traffic modification and redirection methods, building an open-source Linux router and unified threat management (UTM) appliance, examining and modifying HTTP/S traffic with Squid and Burp, and advanced uses for SSH. Solid foundational knowledge, gained in this class, will allow students to easily understand more advanced topics. The technical confidence students will gain in this class will allow them to quickly tackle technical hurdles in their day-to-day work. Attendees with all levels of technical backgrounds will benefit from this class.