Advanced Network Security and Endpoint Strategies

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Elevate your cybersecurity expertise with Advanced Network Security and Endpoint Strategies, designed to empower you with the latest tools and methods to protect modern IT environments. Learn how to secure networks, endpoints, and cloud-based systems using advanced techniques and strategies critical to combating today’s cyber threats. Start with network infrastructure hardening, exploring access control policies, secure management practices, and VPN configurations. Master advanced security protocols like AAA, SNMP v3, and learn to debug and verify IPsec implementations. Transition to cloud security essentials, where you'll understand deployment models, security responsibilities, and essential cloud-specific tools for safeguarding data and workloads. The course then dives into Cisco's state-of-the-art security solutions. You'll learn how to configure Firepower devices, explore the architectures of Web and Email Security Appliances (WSA & ESA), and implement innovative solutions like Cisco Umbrella for DNS-centric security. Each module includes demonstrations and hands-on exercises to ensure you can apply these skills effectively. This program is perfect for IT professionals and network administrators seeking to advance their careers or prepare for certifications like Cisco SCOR. While intermediate networking knowledge is recommended, all essential concepts are thoroughly explained, making this an excellent choice for learners ready to take the next step in cybersecurity.