Network Security With pfSense Firewall Hands-On pfSense 2.x for Firewalls and Routers

Description

Network Security With pfSense

Network Security With pfSense is your comprehensive guide to building robust, secure, and scalable firewalls and routers using pfSense 2.x. Whether you’re securing a small office or managing enterprise-level infrastructure, this hands-on course empowers you with real-world skills.

Course Description

Master the art of configuring and managing pfSense firewalls with practical exercises, step-by-step demonstrations, and real-world scenarios. This course dives deep into network perimeter defense using pfSense 2.x, covering everything from basic setup to advanced security rules.

You’ll learn how to install and optimize pfSense for both routers and firewalls, implement VLANs, enable VPN services, and configure NAT and firewall rules. With each module, you’ll gain operational experience and critical thinking strategies essential for maintaining a secure network environment.

Throughout this training, you will also develop a strong foundation in TCP/IP concepts, security policies, and interface configurations to ensure your network architecture is reliable, secure, and performance-optimized.

What You’ll Learn

• Installing and configuring pfSense 2.x
• Firewall rules, NAT configuration, and traffic shaping
• Building secure VPN connections (OpenVPN, IPsec)
• Implementing VLANs and multi-WAN setups
• Monitoring and troubleshooting firewall logs
• Securing web access and DNS filtering

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of networking concepts (IP, DHCP, NAT)
• A virtual machine setup or spare PC for pfSense installation
• Familiarity with Linux or FreeBSD is helpful but not necessary

About the Publication

This course is designed by seasoned network security professionals with over a decade of experience in configuring enterprise firewalls. The content is structured to benefit beginners as well as intermediate IT professionals who want hands-on exposure to pfSense 2.x.

Explore These Valuable Resources:

• Official pfSense Documentation
• pfSense Community Forums
• Netgate pfSense Solutions

Explore Related Courses:

• Firewall Configuration Training
• Network Security Essentials
• Advanced pfSense Training
• Cybersecurity Courses
• VPN and Remote Access Courses

Don’t just read theory—get your hands dirty configuring real-world scenarios. Secure your infrastructure and gain the skills companies are actively seeking in IT professionals.