FORTINET
FCP Network Security
The Fortinet Certified Professional (FCP) in Network Security certification, part of the Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) Certification program, validates a professional’s ability to deploy, manage, and monitor Fortinet network security products, including FortiGate, FortiManager, and FortiAnalyzer. FCP certification demonstrates proficiency in securing networks and applications by configuring basic and advanced firewall features, such as firewall policies, user authentication, SSL VPNs, and site-to-site IPsec VPNs, while leveraging Fortinet Security Fabric and security profiles to protect against advanced threats. Additionally, participants will learn how to use FortiManager for centralized management of multiple FortiGate devices and FortiAnalyzer for efficient logging, reporting, and analysis, ensuring comprehensive network security.
This FCP certification training program offers hands-on experience through practice labs and real-world scenarios. Participants will explore the most common FortiGate features, delve into centralized management with FortiManager, and learn the essential skills for managing logging and reporting with FortiAnalyzer. Cybrec’s FCP Network Security training is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and confidence needed to secure and optimize their Fortinet network environments.
Program Summary
This FCP training focuses on skills necessary to secure networks and applications using Fortinet products, from configuration to advanced monitoring and management.
Piotr Kaluzny
Domain
Network Security
Vendor
Fortinet
Level
Advanced
Version
FortiOS 7.6
Status
In development
Key Learnings
Through our FCP certification training program, participants will acquire relevant IT Security skills and comprehensive knowledge necessary to effectively manage Fortinet network security products. Key learnings include:
- FortiGate Deployment: Set up basic and advanced firewall features, such as CLI/GUI access, routing, policies, user authentication, and VPNs to secure network access and traffic
- Advanced Network Security: Implement Fortinet Security Fabric, intrusion prevention (IPS), and web filtering to defend against threats
- High Availability: Understand different FortiOS redundancy and fault tolerance options
- Centralized Management: Use FortiManager to deploy and manage multiple FortiGate devices, including policy packages, shared objects, and device registration
- Security Monitoring and Reporting: Utilize FortiAnalyzer for logging, reporting, and analyzing network activity, including log management and troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting and Maintenance: Diagnose and resolve common network issues, perform system backups, and manage updates across devices
Intended Audience
The FCP certification is ideal for networking and security professionals responsible for managing, configuring, and monitoring FortiGate devices to secure their organization’s networks. It is also well-suited for those who oversee security policies using the FortiManager platform, as well as individuals managing FortiAnalyzer devices for logging and reporting. Anyone involved in the day-to-day administration of these Fortinet products will benefit from this training.
Prerequisites
Although there are no formal prerequisites for the FCP certification or this training, it is recommended that participants have a solid understanding of network protocols and basic firewall concepts, particularly in an IPv4 network. Familiarity with network management systems and experience with network security operations will also provide a strong foundation for this series.