Sophos XG Firewall Course

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About Course

Sophos Firewall course is a software, hardware, and network platform that can be used by organizations to protect themselves against Cyber Attacks. Sophos Firewall training adds to the CyberSecurity domain of a firm or network to withstand any malware or malicious attacks.
The Sophos XG Firewall course is designed for individuals to provide them with the skills required to manage common daily tasks using the Sophos XG Firewall. Sophos Firewall training helps to excel at software management to meet the organizational needs for advanced CyberSecurity.

Degree	Certificate
Duration	Course Duration of Sophos is 30+ Hours.
Qualification	Graduate
Average Salary	Upto INR 14+ LPA
Employment Roles	Senior Software Engineer, Software Manager, and Threat Analyst.
Placement Opportunities	Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Accenture, Cognizant, Infosys and many more.

Eligibility

✓ Graduation

✓ Basic understanding of Network Gateway Devices and Windows Server

✓ Fundamental knowledge of Network Security

✓ Attention to detail

✓ Basic communication skills

✓ An analytical mind

✓ A keen observer

✓ Excellent management skills

✓ Team leading skills

✓ Problem-solving skills

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✓ Industry-oriented training.

Syllabus

01
XG Firewall Overview

Identify the features of the XG Firewall and how the protect against common
Identify the deployment options available for the XG Firewall
Identify the add-ons for central management and reporting
Register for a Sophos Central evaluation

02
Getting Started with XG Firewall

Identify the deployment modes of the XG Firewall
Configure an XG Firewall using the Initial Setup Wizard
Navigate the WebAdmin
Manage objects
Explain what zones are, and identify the default system zones
Configure basic networking
Manage device access and certificates
Manage device access and certificates
Configure static routing
Use the Initial Setup Wizard to configure a Sophos XG Firewall
Configure a new Sophos XG Firewall by importing a configuration backup
Navigate the WebAdmin
Configure Zones and Interfaces
Create Static Routes
Create Definitions
Configure DNS Request Routes
Import CA Certificates
Create a Configuration Backup
Restore a configuration backup to an XG Firewall

03
Network Protection

Identify the different types of firewalls and understand the purpose of each
Create and manage firewall rules
Configure and apply intrusion prevention policies
Configure DoS & Spoof Protection
Enable Security Heartbeat and apply restrictions in firewall rules
Configure Advanced Threat Protection
Configure Logging
Create Network Firewall Rules
Install the SSL CA Certificates
Install Sophos Central
Publish Servers Using Business Application Rules
Configure IPS Policies
Enable Advanced Threat Protection
Enable DoS (Denial of Service) and Spoof Protection
Configure Security Heartbeat

04
Site-to-Site Connections

Explain the VPN options available for site-to-site connections
Configure an IPsec site-to-site VPN using the wizard
Configure an SSL VPN
Explain the deployment modes for RED
Configure and deploy REDs
Create an SSL site-to-site VPN
Create an IPsec site-to-site VPN

05
Authentication

Identify the supported authentication sources and enable them for services on the XG Firewall
Explain the types of user on the XG Firewall and know when to use them
Configure NTLM authentication for the web proxy
Install and configure STAS for single sign-on
Create identity-based policies
Enable and use one-time passwords (OTP)
Create an Active Directory Authentication Server
Configure Single Sign-On Using STAS
Create User-based policies
Configure One Time Passwords

06
Web Protection and Application Control

Configure Web Protection Policies
Identify the activities that can be used to control web traffic
Create keyword content filters
Configure Surfing Quotas
Configure Traffic Quotas
Configure Application Filters
Categorize applications using Synchronized App Control
Create Custom Web Categories and User Activities
Create a Content Filter
Create a Custom Web Policy
Create a Surfing Quota for Guest Users
Create an Application Filter Policy

07
Email Protection

Identify the two deployment modes for Email Protection and their differences
Configure global settings include relay settings
Configure SMTP policies for MTA mode and legacy mode
Configure policies for client protocols
Create Data Control Lists and use them in policy
Configure encryption using SPX
Manage the quarantine using digests and the User Portal
Enable and Configure Quarantine Digests
Configure an Email Protection policy
Configure Data Control and SPX Encryption
User Quarantine Management

08
Wireless Protection

Identify the access points available and the differences between them
Configure wireless networks
Explain the different security mode
Deploy wireless access points and assign wireless networks
Configure hotspots for wireless networks
Create a hotspot

09
Remote Access

Configure remote access using SSL VPN
Configure Clientless Access via the User Portal
Configure remote access for mobile devices
Configure an SSL Remote Access VPN

10
Logging, Reporting and Troubleshooting

Customize and run reports
Schedule reports
Use the Log Viewer to monitor the XG Firewall
Configure logging
Identify and use diagnostic and troubleshooting tools on the XG Firewall
Run, Customize and Schedule Reports
View Sandstorm Activity
Use SF Loader Tools
Connection Table
Packet Capture
Dropped Packet Capture

We offer world's biggest virtual labs

Experience real-world simulations to become job ready.

Get 24×7 access to labs to learn at your convenience.

Access virtually from any part of the world.

Zero downtime.

Industry-oriented training.

Meet your Mentor

Atul Sharma

Having 12+ years of experience in the IT industry, your favourite mentor, Atul Sharma, is a Network Engineer and the founder of Network Kings who began his IT journey merely through a YouTube channel in 2013 and focussed on his vision to produce Engineers worldwide. He has worked with Aricent, TCS, Apple, and Juniper.

Amit Bhatt

After clearing the top certification exams - RHCE, and RHCSA, Amit Bhatt has become an asset to IT. He has approximately 11 years of industry experience. He has worked with firms like TechStratus Solutions Pvt. Ltd. CDAC, IBM, and Integrated Solutions.

Sukesh

Your mentor, Sukesh, has gained 12 years of industry experience by clearing CCIE Security, NSE1, NSE2, and VCP-DCV certification exams. He has worked with HCL, CompuCom, RSTFORUM, Capita IT Enterprise Services, Sungard Availability Services, and Cyber Software.

Adhirath

One of your favourite mentors, Adirath, has around 4+ years of industry experience. He has worked with Ideogram Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd. and has acquired CEH, CompTIA PenTest+, VMware, MCSA, CCNA, and CCNP certifications.

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25 Apr, 08:00 PM IST

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Sophos XG Firewall Course Fees

Live Online Classes

Sophos XG Firewall Weekend Batch

Sat-Sun

May 20th, 10 AM IST

Duration: 2 - 2.5 Months

Sophos XG Firewall Weekday Batch

Mon-Fri

June 26th, 10 PM IST

Duration: 1.5 - 2 Months

Sophos XG Firewall Weekend Batch

Sat-Sun

July 29th, 10 AM IST

Duration: 2 - 2.5 Months

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Frequently Asked Questions

01
What is Sophos XG Firewall?

It is the only Identity-based Security Certification available globally and given the rising criticality of insider threats in enterprises, it brings recognition to the certified professionals’ expertise in Identity-based Security, adding immense value to their career.

02
How do I get Sophos certification course training?

To complete this certification course, candidates must take and pass an online assessment to test both theoretical and practical knowledge.

03
Is Sophos XG Firewall course certification good enough?

The Sophos XG Firewall Certified Engineer certification prepares individuals to recognize insider threats and user-targeted external threats while giving them expertise in networking and security fundamentals in addition to the deployment and configuration of Sophos XG Firewall Identity-based UTM.