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Certified Network Defender (CND)


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Price
£1,550 inc VAT
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Study method
Online + live classes
Duration
40 hours · Part-time
Qualification
No formal qualification
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students

Overview

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What is Certified Network Defender? (CND)

Certified Network Defender (CND) is a vendor-neutral, hands-on, instructor-led comprehensive network security certification training program. It is a skills-based, lab intensive program based on a job-task analysis and cyber security education framework presented by the National Initiative of Cybersecurity Education (NICE). The course has also been mapped to global job roles and responsibilities and the Department of Defense (DoD) job roles for system/network administrators. The course is designed and developed after extensive market research and surveys.

Why study Certified Network Defender with e-Careers?

  • Tutor Support is available
  • Exam cost is included
  • Access to LiveLabs, so you can put the skills you have learnt into practice
  • Downloadable course material to study offline
  • Boost your earning potential
  • By 2019 there will be a skills gap of 1.5 million in cyber security, future proof your career now!
  • Study to the same level as the US Department of Defense, something nobody else can offer

Start the CND course today and you could soon be earning up to £55,000! Not only that, you would be securing a future for your career in an industry and job role that is ever growing.

Click ‘Enquire Now’ to speak to one of our experts who will guide you through the enrollment process. We are also able to offer Supercard as part of our package, speak to one of our advisors today to find out more.

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Key Benefits of Supercard*

  • Completely free mobile phone & gadget insurance worth £15 per month
  • Free night in a luxury hotel
  • Free return flight to one of 13 European destinations
  • Free week’s accommodation in the sun for up to 4 people
  • Free 12-month Gourmet Society membership
  • Up to 40% off cinema

*T&C’s apply.

Description

Benefits of studying CND with e-Careers

  • For you

Having the CND qualification as an IT professional can greatly increase your job prospects and job opportunities. Symantec, the world’s largest security software vendor estimate that by 2019, there will be 1.5 million cyber security vacancies unfilled, so to have a qualification of this calibre will make you extremely in demand. In short, this qualification future proofs your CV and will open many doors for future employment. If you already work within the IT industry, then you could leverage this to take on more responsibility at work, often resulting in a pay rise.

  • For your business

IT security nowadays is one of the main concerns for directors and business owners, with more and more national and indeed multinational companies falling victim to hackers; HBO, Amazon and the NHS to name a few. However, chances are the IT professionals in your organisation are more likely preoccupied with network infrastructure and maintenance as opposed to defense and security. Having someone in your business who is qualified and ready to defend the network from security threats is an extremely valuable asset to have.

What will you learn?

Throughout studying this course, you will learn You will learn how to protect, detect and respond to the network attacks. You will learn network defense fundamentals, the application of network security controls, protocols, perimeter appliances, secure IDS, VPN and firewall configuration. You will then learn the intricacies of network traffic signature, analysis and vulnerability scanning which will help you when you design greater network security policies and successful incident response plans. These skills will help you foster resiliency and continuity of operations during attacks.

Who is this course for?

Aimed at people who work or aspire to work in cyber security and preventing cyber attacks, this course will teach you what you need to know in order to protect, detect and respond to network attacks.

Requirements

Often the first line of defense for your business's network, a basic understanding of network security and programming is recommended but not required for this course. It is advised that you complete or have an understanding of CEH prior to undertaking this course.

Career path

  • Network Administrators
  • Network security Administrators
  • Network Security Engineer
  • Network Defense Technicians
  • CND Analyst
  • Security Analyst
  • Security Operator
  • Anyone who involves in network operations

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.