Sophos XG Firewall Fundamentals Training Course
Sophos XG Firewall is a next-generation firewall developed by Sophos that offers a comprehensive solution for network protection, visibility, and control.
This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level IT professionals who wish to effectively use and manage Sophos XG Firewall to enhance the security posture of their organizations or clients.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the features and capabilities of Sophos XG Firewall.
- Perform initial setup, configure network interfaces, and create and manage firewall policies and rules.
- Understand how to integrate with various authentication services.
- Utilize Sophos XG Firewall's monitoring and reporting tools to maintain oversight of network security.
Format of the Course
- Interactive lecture and discussion.
- Lots of exercises and practice.
- Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.
Course Customization Options
- To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.
Course Outline
Introduction to Sophos XG Firewall
- Overview of Sophos XG Firewall
- Understanding the interface and navigation
Basic Configuration
- Initial setup and configuration
- Network interfaces setup
- Defining zones and hosts
- DHCP and DNS configuration
Firewall Policies and Rules
- Understanding firewall rules and policies
- Creating and managing firewall rules
- NAT (Network Address Translation) rules
- Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) settings
User Authentication and Management
- User authentication methods
- Integrating with directory services
- Creating user and group policies
VPN Configuration
- Types of VPNs in Sophos XG
- Setting up remote access VPN
- Configuring site-to-site VPN
Advanced Threat Protection
- Configuring web and email protection
- Setting up application control
- Advanced threat protection mechanisms
Network Services and Routing
- Static and dynamic routing
- Configuring WAN link balancer
- High availability setup
Monitoring and Reporting
- Monitoring tools in Sophos XG
- Analyzing logs and reports
- Setting alerts and notifications
System Maintenance
- Backup and restore procedures
- Updating firmware and software
- System health checks
Troubleshooting
- Basic troubleshooting techniques
- Using diagnostic tools
- Common issues and resolutions
Best Practices and Advanced Configurations
- Security best practices
- Advanced networking and security configurations
- Tips for optimizing performance
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic networking knowledge
- Familiarity with basic IT concepts
Audience
- IT professionals
- Security specialists
Open Training Courses require 5+ participants.
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