This 5 day class introduces the network security specialist to the various methodologies for defending a network. The course will introduce the concepts, principles, types and topologies of firewalls to include packet filtering, proxy firewalls, application gateways, circuit gateways and stateful inspection. The course also prepares students with the skills necessary for completing one of the CISCO Certified Security Professional (CCSP) certification exams.

Prerequisite: Training or experience at the level of Cisco CCNA3&4: Switching and WAN Access.

REGISTRATION FEE: $400 for Wisconsin Technical College and high school full-time faculty.