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Security Architecture: Secure Network Design for CompTIA SecurityX

Unlock the secrets of secure network design with expert guidance. This course will teach you the advanced security architecture strategies needed for the CompTIA SecurityX exam.

Brandon DeVault - Pluralsight course - Security Architecture: Secure Network Design for CompTIA SecurityX
by Brandon DeVault

What you'll learn

In today's digital world, the security of network architectures is paramount to protecting data and ensuring system resilience against cyber threats.

In this course, Security Architecture: Secure Network Design for CompTIA SecurityX, you’ll learn to design secure network architectures that are resilient, adaptable, and aligned with the Zero Trust model.

First, you’ll explore how to analyze requirements to design resilient systems, understanding the placement and configuration of critical security components like firewalls, IPS/IDS, and VPNs.

Next, you’ll discover how to integrate security throughout the systems life cycle, from defining security requirements to managing supply chain risks and considering end-of-life processes.

Finally, you’ll learn how to apply Zero Trust concepts in system architecture design, focusing on continuous authorization, network segmentation, and deperimeterization strategies.

When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of secure network design needed for the CompTIA SecurityX exam, ensuring you’re well-prepared to tackle current and future security challenges.

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About the author

Brandon DeVault - Pluralsight course - Security Architecture: Secure Network Design for CompTIA SecurityX
Brandon DeVault

Brandon is a Sr. Security Author at Pluralsight. Prior Experience with Elastic and FL Air National Guard includes threat hunting, security analytics, and incident response.

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