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Palo Alto Networks Security Operations Fundamentals
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Palo Alto Networks Security Operations Fundamentals

James Dalton

Instructor: James Dalton

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.7

(169 reviews)

Intermediate level
Some related experience required
7 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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There are 5 modules in this course

In the Security Operations Fundamentals course, students will gain an understanding of Security Operations (SecOps) and the role it plays in protecting our digital way of life, for businesses and customers. Students will learn continuous improvement processes to collect high-fidelity intelligence, contextual data, and automated prevention workflows that quickly identify and respond to fast-evolving threats. They will also learn how to leverage automation to reduce strain on analysts and execute the Security Operation Center’s (SOC) mission to identify, investigate, and mitigate threats.

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4 readings

In this module students investigate cybersecurity design models that are used to establish Zero Trust reliance and and compliance with standards such as Payment Card Industry [PCI]. Hands-on practices focus on establishing security policies that define secure authentication and Zero Trust connectivity.

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3 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

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4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

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4 readings1 assignment2 discussion prompts

Module 5 - Security the Future with Cortex - presents Palo Alto Networks Cortex as an XDR - Extended Detection and Response - security solution. The module also examines how data lake collection technologies integrate with machine learning and artificial intelligence threat assessments.

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James Dalton
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