SEC 503: Network Monitoring and Threat Detection

Description

SEC 503: Network Monitoring and Threat Detection

SEC 503: Network Monitoring and Threat Detection is an advanced course tailored to equip cybersecurity professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to detect, monitor, and respond to cyber threats effectively. This course delves into various tools and techniques essential for continuous network monitoring, threat detection, and incident response to protect critical infrastructure and data.

Course Overview

The SEC 503 course focuses on providing a deep understanding of network-based threat detection methodologies, enabling participants to detect suspicious behavior and unauthorized activities. With a focus on packet analysis, intrusion detection systems (IDS), and real-world monitoring solutions, this training equips professionals to implement and maintain robust network security monitoring (NSM) practices, providing actionable insights into threats and vulnerabilities within a network.

Key Learning Objectives

• Network Security Monitoring (NSM) Fundamentals: Understand the core principles and objectives of effective network security monitoring.
• Threat Detection Techniques: Learn how to detect and analyze threats using techniques such as IDS, packet capture, and log analysis.
• Intrusion Detection Systems: Configure and manage IDS tools like Snort and Suricata for network traffic monitoring and anomaly detection.
• Packet Analysis: Conduct packet-level analysis to identify malicious traffic and decode attack patterns using tools like Wireshark.
• Incident Response and Forensics: Implement effective incident response processes and forensic investigation techniques to manage and mitigate security incidents.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is designed for:

• Security analysts and network defenders aiming to strengthen their threat detection and response capabilities.
• Network administrators and engineers responsible for monitoring and securing network environments.
• Incident responders and forensic analysts looking to enhance their network investigation skills.

Course Features

• Hands-On Labs: Practical exercises and simulations for real-time network monitoring, intrusion detection, and incident response.
• Advanced Tools and Techniques: Training in popular tools like Wireshark, Snort, and Suricata for packet analysis and threat detection.
• Comprehensive Content: Step-by-step instruction covering all aspects of network monitoring, from traffic analysis to threat response.
• Exam Preparation: Resources, practice questions, and labs to help participants prepare for network monitoring and threat detection certifications.

Additional Resources

• SANS SEC 503: Network Monitoring and Threat Detection – Official page for the SEC 503 course.
• Snort – An open-source network intrusion detection system.
• Wireshark – A free and open-source packet analyzer for network monitoring.

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