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As threats become more and more complicated, security tools need to be customized for the environment they are in. Understanding how to operationalize Firepower will enable you to maximize its efficiency and your ability to protect your network.
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As threats become more and more complicated, security tools need to be customized for the environment they are in. Understanding how to operationalize Firepower will enable you to maximize its efficiency and your ability to protect your network.
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As threats become more and more complicated, security tools need to be customized for the environment they are in. Understanding how to operationalize Firepower will enable you to maximize its efficiency and your ability to protect your network.
Imagine that you have Firepower deployment in your environment and you've been tasked to tune your deployment. In this course, Operationalizing Cisco Firepower, you will learn how to optimize your Firepower deployment. First, you will learn how to tune Firepower's IPS rules and policy layers. Next, you will discover how to use Firepower's Application Visibility and Control (AVC) as well as custom application creation. Then, you will figure out how to use correlation policies to take actions based on certain triggers and traffic profile changes. Finally, you will explore how to operationalize Firepower using custom dashboards, reports, and troubleshooting tools both in the GUI and the command line. When you're finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge of Cisco Firepower to operationalize your deployment.
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What's inside
Syllabus
Course Overview
Optimizing IPS Rules and Policies
Implementing Application Aware Policies with Firepower
Configuring Correlation Policies
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Syllabus
Course Overview
Optimizing IPS Rules and Policies
Implementing Application Aware Policies with Firepower
Configuring Correlation Policies
Read more
Operations and Troubleshooting Firepower
Good to know
Good to know
Know what's good ,
what to watch for , and
possible dealbreakers
Taught by Katherine McNamara, who is recognized for their work in this field
Relevant to those that seek to operationalize the Firepower toolset in their environment
Develops and practices operationalizing the Cisco Firepower toolset
May not be suitable if you lack familiarity with the Cisco Firepower toolset
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Activities
Be better prepared
before
your course. Deepen your understanding
during
and
after
it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered
in Operationalizing Cisco Firepower with these
activities:
Gather Security Resources
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Expand knowledge base by compiling resources, tools, and articles related to Firepower security.
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Search for whitepapers, technical briefs, and blog posts on Firepower.
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Collect links to relevant security tools and utilities.
Configure Rules and Policies
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Reinforce skills in setting up and configuring rules and policies to customize Firepower.
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Set up firewall rules in the GUI or CLI.
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Configure zone policies to implement network segmentation.
Tune IPS Rules
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Enhance security posture by fine-tuning IPS rules for optimal detection and prevention.
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Review existing IPS rules and identify areas for improvement.
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Adjust rule parameters, such as sensitivity and severity, to optimize performance.
Four other activities
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Collaborate on Firepower Deployment
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Enhance understanding and gain diverse perspectives by collaborating with peers on Firepower deployment.
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Join or create a study group focused on Firepower deployment.
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Discuss design considerations, implementation strategies, and best practices.
Create Custom Dashboard
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Enhance monitoring and visibility by designing a custom dashboard that meets specific security needs.
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Identify key security metrics and events for visualization.
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Use Firepower's dashboarding tools to create widgets and charts.
Troubleshoot Using CLI Commands
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Deepen understanding of Firepower CLI commands for efficient troubleshooting.
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Familiarize with basic troubleshooting commands for Firepower.
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Practice using CLI commands to resolve common issues.
Participate in Hackathon
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Test skills and knowledge in a competitive environment by participating in a Firepower-related hackathon.
Show steps
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Identify and register for hackathons that focus on Firepower or network security.
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Collaborate with others or work individually to develop solutions.
Gather Security Resources
Show steps
Expand knowledge base by compiling resources, tools, and articles related to Firepower security.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Search for whitepapers, technical briefs, and blog posts on Firepower.
- Collect links to relevant security tools and utilities.
Configure Rules and Policies
Show steps
Reinforce skills in setting up and configuring rules and policies to customize Firepower.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Set up firewall rules in the GUI or CLI.
- Configure zone policies to implement network segmentation.
Tune IPS Rules
Show steps
Enhance security posture by fine-tuning IPS rules for optimal detection and prevention.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review existing IPS rules and identify areas for improvement.
- Adjust rule parameters, such as sensitivity and severity, to optimize performance.
Four other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all seven activities
Collaborate on Firepower Deployment
Show steps
Enhance understanding and gain diverse perspectives by collaborating with peers on Firepower deployment.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Join or create a study group focused on Firepower deployment.
- Discuss design considerations, implementation strategies, and best practices.
Create Custom Dashboard
Show steps
Enhance monitoring and visibility by designing a custom dashboard that meets specific security needs.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify key security metrics and events for visualization.
- Use Firepower's dashboarding tools to create widgets and charts.
Troubleshoot Using CLI Commands
Show steps
Deepen understanding of Firepower CLI commands for efficient troubleshooting.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Familiarize with basic troubleshooting commands for Firepower.
- Practice using CLI commands to resolve common issues.
Participate in Hackathon
Show steps
Test skills and knowledge in a competitive environment by participating in a Firepower-related hackathon.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify and register for hackathons that focus on Firepower or network security.
- Collaborate with others or work individually to develop solutions.
Career center
Learners who complete Operationalizing Cisco Firepower will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Security Architect
Security Architect
Security Architects design and implement security solutions to protect organizations from cyber threats. This course may be useful for Security Architects who want to learn how to use Firepower's correlation policies to take actions based on certain triggers and traffic profile changes.
Cybersecurity Engineer
Cybersecurity Engineer
Cybersecurity Engineers design, implement, and manage cybersecurity systems to protect organizations from cyber threats. This course may be useful for Cybersecurity Engineers who want to learn how to tune Firepower's IPS rules and policy layers to optimize their effectiveness.
Security Analyst
Security Analyst
Security Analysts monitor and analyze security systems to detect and respond to security threats. This course may be useful for Security Analysts who want to learn how to use Firepower's Application Visibility and Control (AVC) as well as custom application creation to protect networks from advanced threats.
Network Security Engineer
Network Security Engineer
Network Security Engineers design, implement, and manage network security systems to protect organizations from cyber threats. This course may be useful for Network Security Engineers who want to learn how to optimize Firepower deployments to maximize their efficiency and ability to protect networks.
IT Security Manager
IT Security Manager
IT Security Managers oversee the security of an organization's IT systems and data. This course may be useful for IT Security Managers who want to learn how to operationalize Firepower using custom dashboards, reports, and troubleshooting tools both in the GUI and the command line.
Network Administrator
Network Administrator
Network Administrators manage and maintain an organization's computer networks. This course may be useful for Network Administrators who want to learn how to use Firepower to monitor and manage network traffic and security.
Security Consultant
Security Consultant
Security Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to improve their security posture. This course may be useful for Security Consultants who want to learn how to use Firepower to assess and improve an organization's security.
Cloud Security Engineer
Cloud Security Engineer
Cloud Security Engineers design and implement security solutions for cloud computing environments. This course may be useful for Cloud Security Engineers who want to learn how to use Firepower to protect cloud-based applications and data.
Forensic Investigator
Forensic Investigator
Forensic Investigators investigate cybercrimes and other security incidents. This course may be useful for Forensic Investigators who want to learn how to use Firepower to collect and analyze evidence of cybercrimes.
Penetration Tester
Penetration Tester
Penetration Testers assess the security of computer systems and networks by attempting to exploit vulnerabilities. This course may be useful for Penetration Testers who want to learn how to use Firepower to evade detection and compromise systems.
Incident Responder
Incident Responder
Incident Responders respond to and mitigate security incidents. This course may be useful for Incident Responders who want to learn how to use Firepower to detect and respond to security incidents.
Risk Analyst
Risk Analyst
Risk Analysts assess the risks to an organization's IT systems and networks. This course may be useful for Risk Analysts who want to learn how to use Firepower to identify and assess security risks.
Security Auditor
Security Auditor
Security Auditors assess the security of organizations' IT systems and networks. This course may be useful for Security Auditors who want to learn how to use Firepower to assess an organization's security posture and compliance with security regulations.
Compliance Manager
Compliance Manager
Compliance Managers ensure that an organization's IT systems and networks comply with security regulations. This course may be useful for Compliance Managers who want to learn how to use Firepower to monitor and manage compliance with security regulations.
Information Security Officer
Information Security Officer
Information Security Officers (ISOs) are responsible for the overall security of an organization's IT systems and networks. This course may be useful for ISOs who want to learn how to use Firepower to manage and improve the security of their organizations.
For more career information including salaries, visit:
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Reading list
We've selected six books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Operationalizing Cisco Firepower.
Valuable reference for network engineers and security professionals responsible for designing, implementing, and managing Cisco Firepower Threat Defense NGFW solutions. It provides comprehensive coverage of the Cisco Firepower Threat Defense architecture, configuration, and management.
Provides a comprehensive guide to network security assessment. It covers a wide range of topics, including network scanning, vulnerability assessment, and penetration testing.
This guide provides detailed configuration instructions for Cisco Firepower Management Center, the central management console for Cisco Firepower Threat Defense.
Provides a detailed overview of the Cisco Firepower NGFW with Advanced Security Services. It covers the architecture, configuration, and management of Firepower NGFW with Advanced Security Services, including IPS, AV, URL filtering, and sandboxing.
Provides a collection of recipes for configuring and managing Cisco Firepower Threat Defense. It covers a wide range of topics, including IPS, AV, URL filtering, and sandboxing.
Provides a collection of recipes for configuring and managing Cisco Firepower NGFWs. It covers a wide range of topics, including IPS, AV, URL filtering, and sandboxing.
For more information about how these books relate to this course, visit:
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Time
159 hours
Level
Intermediate
Via
Pluralsight
Instructor
Katherine McNamara
Language
English
Good to know
Taught by Katherine McNamara, who is recognized for their work in this field
Relevant to those that seek to operationalize the Firepower toolset in their environment
Develops and practices operationalizing the Cisco Firepower toolset
May not be suitable if you lack familiarity with the Cisco Firepower toolset
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