In an era where 5G networks and edge computing revolutionize telecommunications infrastructure, securing distributed edge environments has become mission-critical for protecting public safety and economic stability. This comprehensive course equips network engineers and cybersecurity professionals with essential skills to secure emerging telecommunications edge technologies. Through hands-on labs using industry-standard tools like Wireshark, VirtualBox, and Nmap, you'll master network traffic analysis, implement Huawei's Edge Security Acceleration (ESA) architecture, and conduct professional vulnerability assessments. Real-world case studies including the Salt Typhoon telecommunications breaches demonstrate the urgent need for specialized edge security expertise. Learn to design comprehensive security frameworks that protect smart city infrastructure, emergency services, and critical IoT deployments.

Emerging Telecom Technologies: Edge Security Focus

Emerging Telecom Technologies: Edge Security Focus


Instructors: Brian Newman
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What you'll learn
Analyze emerging telecommunications technologies and assess their security implications for edge computing implementations.
Evaluate Huawei's Edge Security Acceleration (ESA) network architecture and design implementation strategies for telecom edge environments.
Implement comprehensive security frameworks and monitoring solutions for telecommunications edge infrastructure using industry-standard tools.
Skills you'll gain
- Internet Of Things
- Network Analysis
- Continuous Monitoring
- Security Strategy
- General Networking
- Network Architecture
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Cyber Security Assessment
- Emerging Technologies
- Telecommunications
- Infrastructure Architecture
- Network Security
- Threat Detection
- Enterprise Architecture
- Security Engineering
- Infrastructure Security
- Virtualization
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December 2025
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