- Managing and encrypting a zero-trust environment
- Deploying VPNs and SSL/SSH encryption
- Analyzing firewall logs and configuring security controls
- Configuring network protection and dynamic routing using firewalls
- Mitigating vulnerabilities using packet capture and analysis
- Authentication
- Cryptography
- Security Design
- Enterprise Private Network
- Cloud Computing Security
- Malware
- Denial-Of-Service Attack (DOS)
Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Professional Certificate
Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity. Gain cybersecurity workforce entry level skills in compliance with NIST / NICE workforce role requirements.
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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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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.
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.
What is a Professional Certificate?
Build the Skills to Get Job Ready
Whether you’re looking to start a new career, or change your current one, Professional Certificates on Coursera help you become job ready. Learn at your own pace, whenever and wherever it’s most convenient for you. Enroll today and explore a new career path with a 7 day free trial. You can pause your learning or end your subscription at any time.
Hands-On Projects
Apply your skills with hands-on projects and build a portfolio that showcases your job readiness to potential employers. You'll need to successfully finish the project(s) to earn your Certificate.
Earn a Career Credential
When you complete all of the courses in the program, you'll earn a Certificate to share with your professional network as well as unlock access to career support resources to help you kickstart your new career. Many Professional Certificates have hiring partners that recognize the Professional Certificate credential and others can help prepare you for a certification exam. You can find more information on individual Professional Certificate pages where it applies.

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