What you will learn

Examine the cybersecurity landscape, attack threat vectors, vulnerabilities, and risks.
Describe the basics of cryptography including encryption.

Skills you will gain

About this Professional Certificate

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The Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Professional Certificate prepares students for entry level careers in cybersecurity, with an emphasis on learning the fundamentals of Networking, Network Security, Cloud Security, and Security Operations related to Palo Alto Networks Technology and the cybersecurity industry as a whole. The Cybersecurity Specialization courses including access to additional resources can be used to prepare for the Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Entry-Level Technician (PCCET) examination available through Pearson VUE.

Applied Learning Project

Completing the Cybersecurity 4-course track including all assessments will qualify you for a 40% discount voucher to compete for the Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Entry-Level Technician (PCCET) examination available through Pearson VUE.

Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online courses

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Flexible Schedule

Set and maintain flexible deadlines.

Beginner Level

Approximately 6 months to complete

Suggested pace of 2 hours/week

English

Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online courses

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Flexible Schedule

Set and maintain flexible deadlines.

Beginner Level

Approximately 6 months to complete

Suggested pace of 2 hours/week

English

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There are 4 Courses in this Professional Certificate

Course1

Course 1

Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Foundation

4.6

stars

207 ratings

Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Foundation

Course Description: In this course, students will learn fundamental principles associated with the current cybersecurity landscape and identify concepts required to recognize and potentially mitigate attacks against enterprise networks as well as mission critical infrastructure. Students will also learn how to initially setup and configure security zones, authentication, and policies on a next generation firewall. Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: Upon completion of this course students will be able to perform the following: • Discover modern computing trends and application threat vectors. • Configure a network interface and test for connectivity. • Identify cloud computing and software-as-a-service (SaaS) application challenges. • Explore recent cyberattacks and their impact on business. • Review attacker profiles, motivations and the Cyber-Attack Lifecycle. • Recognize high-profile cybersecurity attacks and Advanced Persistent Threats. • Identify malware types, vulnerabilities, exploits, spamming and phishing attacks. • Configure and test a malware analysis security profile. • Describe how bots and botnets are used to attack enterprise networks. • Explore Zero Trust design principles, architecture, capabilities, and implementation. • Review perimeter network security strategies, policies, models, and trust boundaries. • Setup and configure inside, outside and DMZ security zones on a NGFW. • Create and test an authentication policy on a next generation firewall. • Review capabilities of the Security Operating Platform and components. • Explore how to secure the enterprise with NGFW and Traps endpoint protection. • Discover how to secure the cloud with Prisma Access, SaaS, and Cloud. • Examine how to secure the future with Cortex Data Lake and XDR. • Apply two-factor authentication on the next generation firewall (NGFW). • Configure the NGFW to allow only trusted applications.

Course2

Course 2

Palo Alto Networks Network Security Fundamentals

4.7

stars

57 ratings

Course3

Course 3

Palo Alto Networks Cloud Security Fundamentals

4.7

stars

39 ratings

In this Cloud Security Fundamentals course you will learn basic principles associated with securing the cloud and SaaS-based applications through Secure Access Service Edge architecture and identify concepts required to recognize and potentially mitigate attacks against traditional and hybrid datacenters as well as mission critical infrastructure. The course also demonstrates how to initially setup and configure containers on a docker bridge network and test the container security through the use of vulnerability scans and reports.

Course4

Course 4

Palo Alto Networks Security Operations Fundamentals

4.7

stars

57 ratings

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

Instructor

James Dalton

Academy Curriculum Developer

42,060 Learners

9 Courses

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Can I just enroll in a single course?
Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Certificate, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Certificate. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.
Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
How long does it take to complete the Specialization?
Each of the four courses is scheduled for 3+ weeks of activity.
What background knowledge is necessary?
The Palo Alto Networks Cyber Security Academy Specialization is structured as an entry level to cybersecurity.
Do I need to take the courses in a specific order?
Yes. Each course is built upon learning elements from the previous course.
Will I earn university credit for completing the Specialization?
Communicate directly with your University or College institution to investigate if they transfer credits for completing the Academy specialization or for passing the PCCET exam.
What will I be able to do upon completing the Specialization?
The Cybersecurity Specialization courses including access to additional resources can be used to prepare for the Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Entry-Level Technician (PCCET) examination available through Pearson VUE.
Completing the Cybersecurity Specialization 4-course track including all assessments will qualify you for a 40% discount voucher to compete for the Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Entry-Level Technician (PCCET) examination available through Pearson VUE. Discount vouchers will only be valid for 30 days from issue date and must be used within that time frame prior to expiration.
Please visit this site to further prepare for the PCCET and other Palo Alto Networks certifications. https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/services/education/certification
How can I access Firewall labs?
While you participate in the Palo Alto Networks Academy Cybersecurity Specialization from Coursera, you can enhance your learning experience by participating in hands-on firewall lab activities provided by Network Development Group. You can access hands-on Palo Alto Networks labs right in your browser and Start learning cybersecurity fundamental skills right away without complicated setups and installs.
Palo Alto Networks Fundamental Skills labs can be purchased individually or as a bundle. Access to the Palo Alto Networks Fundamental Skills labs can be purchased for US $10.00 each or US $30.00 as a bundle. Purchasing access to the labs allows one individual unlimited access for six months.
Save money by purchasing the Fundamental Training Bundle and receive access to all 4 course labs. You must register for an NDG Online Portal account before you can access the labs.
Follow this link to learn more about accessing NDG labs:
https://www.netdevgroup.com/online/content/paloalto/paloalto.html

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Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Professional Certificate

What you will learn

Skills you will gain

About this Professional Certificate

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