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
Delivery Options
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The trainer had an excellent knowledge of fortigate and delivered the content very well. Thanks a lot to Soroush.