ForeScout Administrator Training
Introduction to ForeScout
Learn the fundamentals of ForeScout, a network security platform that provides visibility and control over networked devices. Understand its core features and how it integrates with other security tools.
Getting Started with ForeScout
Explore the basics of using ForeScout. Learn how to set up your environment, configure initial settings, and understand the ForeScout interface and main functionalities.
Basic Features of ForeScout
Study the fundamental features of ForeScout, including device visibility, policy enforcement, and threat detection. Learn how to navigate and utilize these features effectively.
Configuring Device Policies
Understand how to create and manage device policies using ForeScout. Learn best practices for defining access controls, compliance rules, and automated responses to policy violations.
Working with ForeScout Modules
Learn how to work with various ForeScout modules, including Network Access Control (NAC), Endpoint Compliance, and Threat Intelligence. Understand how to configure and integrate these modules.
Using Search and Reporting Features
Explore how to use search and reporting functionalities in ForeScout. Learn how to generate reports, analyze network data, and track security incidents across your environment.
Customizing ForeScout
Study how to customize ForeScout to suit your organization's needs. Learn how to configure user settings, create custom dashboards, and manage permissions and roles.
Integrating with Other Security Tools
Understand how to integrate ForeScout with other security tools and platforms. Learn about the benefits of integration and how to set up connections with SIEMs, firewalls, and other security solutions.
Testing and Troubleshooting ForeScout
Learn techniques for testing and troubleshooting ForeScout configurations. Explore how to use diagnostic tools and methods to resolve issues and ensure the effectiveness of your security policies.
Case Studies and Practical Exercises
Engage with case studies and practical exercises to apply ForeScout concepts. Work on real-world scenarios to develop hands-on skills in managing and securing network environments.
ForeScout Administrator syllabus
Introduction
- A brief introduction to ForeScout’s vision
- Concepts of Network Access Control
Terms and Architecture
- Plugin, segment, channel, organizational unit, and general networking vocabulary
CounterACT Installation
- Configure CounterACT installation
- Configuring switch connectivity
- Active Directory integration and account management
Console Overview
- Features and navigation
CounterACT Configuration
- Detailed instructions for configuring CounterACT independent from the first-time login
- Plugins, Channel, Host Property Scanner, Switch Observe, and configuration options are covered
CounterACT Deployment
- Learn the best practices for a successful CounterACT deployment
- Planning, defining project goals, appliance locations
- Layer 2 versus layer 3 installation
- Network integration and rollout strategies
Policy Overview
- Foundational overview of how to create policies and how they function within the CounterACT console
Classification
- Learn how to classify network assets in CounterACT
Clarification
- Learn how to identify the management capabilities of the hosts starting with established Classification groups
Compliance
- Create policies to establish a network endpoint compliance posture for a typical corporate environment
Control
- Enforce a compliance posture by assigning network devices to Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) and Access Control Lists (ACLs)
- Updating asset antivirus and patch levels
- Enabling guest registration
- ActiveResponse™ and Domain Name Service (DNS) Enforcement
CounterACT Host Management
- Configure Windows, Linux, and network endpoints with CounterACT
CounterACT Administration
- Work with CounterACT appliance and CounterACT Enterprise Manager administration
Inventory, Assets, Reporting, Dashboard
- Learn to use the inventory, assets portal, reporting, and dashboard
Troubleshooting
- Common troubleshooting methods used in a typical CounterACT deployment
Training
Basic Level Training
Duration : 1 Month
Advanced Level Training
Duration : 1 Month
Project Level Training
Duration : 1 Month
Total Training Period
Duration : 3 Months
Course Mode :
Available Online / Offline
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