EC-Council Network Defense Essentials (NDE)

The course gives a holistic overview of the key components of information security, which include identification, authentication, and authorization, virtualization and cloud computing, wireless networks, mobile and loT devices, and data security. The interactive labs component ensures that learners receive the hands-on, practical experience required for a future in cybersecurity.

N|DE-certified learners have an assured means of formal recognition to add to their resumes and demonstrate their expertise and skills to prospective employers. Put your newly acquired abilities to the test with an exhilarating Capture the Flag (CTF) Exercise seamlessly integrated in our Capstone project. This CTF is seamlessly integrated by live virtual machines, genuine software, and real networks, all delivered within a secure and regulated sandbox environment. With these exclusive hands-on, human-versus-machine CTF challenges you will develop the hands-on proficiencies essential for success in your cyber professional role. The purpose of the N|DE certification is to recognize the competency and expertise of a professional in network defense and information security skills, thereby adding value to their workplace and employer.

Key issues plaguing the network security Essential network security protocols Identification, authentication, and authorization concepts Network security controls Fundamentals of virtualization, cloud computing, and cloud security Wireless network fundamentals, wireless encryption, and security measures Fundamentals of mobile and IoT devices and their security measures Cryptography and PKI Concepts Data security, data encryption, and data backup and data loss prevention techniques Network traffic monitoring for suspicious traffic