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Certified Network Defender (CND)

Format

Self-paced (eLearning)

Vendor

EC-Council

Course Price

$2,199

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Certified Network Defender (CND)

Overview

Build network defense skills with EC-Council’s Certified Network Defender program. Study how to protect systems, detect suspicious activity, respond to incidents, and anticipate risks across network environments.

This AuditHive offering uses self-paced EC-Council iLearn training. Complete the learning on your own schedule and use website checkout to complete and confirm enrollment.

Check the official course provider course and credential requirements for the current syllabus, exam and certification criteria.

Curriculum

  1. Getting started

    • Review the course structure and relevant foundation concepts.
    • Plan time for independent study and practical work.

  2. Network Security Fundamentals and Defense Strategies

    • Network Defense Fundamentals – Security concepts, defense-in-depth
    • Network Security Threats – Attack types, threat actors, vectors
    • Network Security Controls – Technical, administrative, physical controls
    • Lab – Network security assessment

  3. Endpoint Security Across Platforms

    • Access Control & Authentication – IAM, MFA, SSO, RADIUS/TACACS+
    • Firewall Configuration – Packet filtering, stateful, next-gen firewalls
    • IDS/IPS – Detection methods, signature vs anomaly-based
    • Lab – Firewall and IDS configuration

  4. Enterprise Network Security & Data Protection

    • VPN Technologies – IPsec, SSL/TLS, site-to-site, remote access
    • Wireless Security – WPA3, 802.1X, rogue AP detection
    • Network Segmentation – VLANs, DMZ, microsegmentation, zero trust
    • Lab – VPN and segmentation implementation

  5. Network Monitoring, Threat Intelligence & Incident Response

    • Network Monitoring – SIEM, log management, traffic analysis
    • Endpoint Security – EDR, host-based firewalls, DLP
    • Vulnerability Management – Scanning, assessment, remediation
    • Lab – Vulnerability scanning and analysis

  6. Risk Management, Threat Prediction, and Business Continuity

    • Incident Response – Detection, containment, eradication, recovery
    • Disaster Recovery – BCP, DRP, backup strategies, RTOs/RPOs
    • CND Exam Preparation – Domain review, practice questions
    • Review the examination domains and certification requirements.

Who Should Attend & Prerequisites

Who should attend

Network administrators, security analysts, and IT professionals looking to enhance their skills in network security and defense.

Prerequisites

A foundation in networking concepts is expected. Familiarity with operating systems, network administration, and common security controls will help you apply the material.

Learning Outcomes

  • Relate network risks to preventive and detective controls.
  • Interpret monitoring information to support investigation and response.
  • Connect network defense with continuity and risk management activities.

Exam and credential requirements

The CND credential requires passing the applicable EC-Council exam. Review the current exam rules and eligibility process before scheduling; a course purchase is not a certification award. Renewal and continuing education requirements are set by EC-Council and depend on the credential.

What's Included

  • Self-paced EC-Council iLearn training
  • Official digital course materials
  • The course examination voucher, subject to applicable eligibility requirements

Confirm the assigned course version, access period, practical resources, and voucher terms in your enrollment information. Contact training@auditpartners.com before checkout if you need a specific access period or package feature.

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