Description
WHOM IS IT APPLICABLE
This training course is intended for:
- IT professionals seeking advanced Linux security knowledge
- System administrators wanting to enhance Linux security skills
- Individuals preparing for LPIC-303 certification exam
- Cybersecurity specialists working on Linux platforms
- IT professionals aiming to improve their Linux-focused CV
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Equip students with comprehensive security knowledge that influences an enterprise-level IT environment.
- Understand cryptography concepts, host security analysis, access controls, networking security, and incident response knowledge.
- Gain the necessary expertise to implement security standards and protocols as well as proper risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
- Effectively manage server hardening and web services security efficiently.
- Appear for the LPIC-303 exam, demonstrating their Linux security administration skills.
MODULE OVERVIEW
Module 1: Cryptography
1.1 X.509 Certificates and Public Key Infrastructures
1.2 X.509 Certificates for Encryption, Signing and Authentication
1.3 Encrypted File Systems
1.4 DNS and Cryptography
Module 2: Host Security
2.1 Host Hardening
2.2 Host Intrusion Detection
2.3 User Management and Authentication
2.4 FreeIPA Installation and Samba Integration
Module 3: Access Control
3.1 Discretionary Access Control
3.2 Mandatory Access Control
3.3 Network File Systems
Module 4: Network Security
4.1 Network Hardening
4.2 Network Intrusion Detection
4.3 Packet Filtering o Virtual Private Networks
Module 5: Threats and Vulnerability Assessment
5.1 Common Security Vulnerabilities and Threats
5.2 Penetration Testing
PREREQUISITES
- Completion of LPIC-2 certification
- Background knowledge of Linux operating system and network security
- Familiarity with OpenSSH, OpenVPN, and interoperability between network protocols
- Understanding of cryptography policies and system security access controls
- Experience with operational security and threat assessment techniques
- Knowledge of disaster recovery and incident response practices.
EXAM & CERTIFICATION
Format: Closed-book
Delivery: Online via onVue or VUE test centers
Questions: 60 multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank questions
Passing Score: 500 / 800
Duration: 90 Minutes
