FORTINET
FCA Cybersecurity
The FCA (Fortinet Certified Associate) in Cybersecurity certification, part of the Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) Certification program, is designed to validate your ability to execute high-level operations and configurations on FortiGate devices. FCA certification ensures that professionals are skilled in handling essential tasks such as configuring interfaces, setting up firewall policies, user authentication, and using VPNs to secure remote access. It is an ideal credential for network security administrators, especially those working with small to medium-sized businesses, to showcase their proficiency in securing network environments using Fortinet solutions.
This FCA certification program provides hands-on, interactive training to guide participants through FortiGate operations. Our learning path covers critical topics such as configuring firewall interfaces, monitoring system performance, inspecting SSL traffic, and setting up intrusion prevention systems (IPS). With a mix of demos and simulations, participants will not only learn the fundamentals but also gain the practical skills required to harden network security and manage FortiGate systems effectively. Cybrec’s FCA Cybersecurity training program is designed to prepare participants for advanced configurations and daily operational tasks using FortiGate devices.
Program Summary
This FCA training focuses on skills in configuring and managing FortiGate devices, equipping professionals with the expertise to enhance network security and perform critical operational tasks.
Piotr Kaluzny
Domain
Network Security
Vendor
Fortinet
Level
Intermediate
Version
FortiOS 7.6
Status
In development
Key Learnings
Through our FCA certification training, participants will acquire critical skills and comprehensive knowledge necessary for the effective configuration and management of FortiGate devices. Key areas covered include:
- Initial Setup: Configuration of essential FortiGate features including interfaces, management access and routing
- Policy Enforcement: Configuration and maintenance of firewall policy rules
- Advanced Security: Implementation of user authentication, web filtering and SSL inspection
- Threat Prevention: Configuration of Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and malware blocking
- Virtual Private Networks: Deployment of IPsec and SSL VPNs
- Advanced Technologies: Adoption of Fortinet Security Fabric for enhanced security management
- Best Practices: Administration, maintenance and monitoring of FortiGate systems
Intended Audience
The FCA certification is ideal for IT and cybersecurity professionals responsible for daily network operations, especially those tasked with administering and securing networks using FortiGate devices. It is particularly suited for network security administrators and engineers working in small to medium-sized companies, as well as IT professionals managing Fortinet solutions. Additionally, cybersecurity practitioners who perform basic configuration and monitoring tasks on FortiGate systems will find the FCA certification highly beneficial.
Prerequisites
No formal prerequisites are required, but familiarity with certain topics will provide a strong foundation for the FCA certification and this training. It is recommended that participants have prior knowledge of cybersecurity and a basic understanding of networking concepts.