CertPREP courseware

Self-paced CertPREP courseware for IT Specialist – Network Security covers techniques, tools, and technologies to protect networks from unauthorized access. You will learn to identify different types of attacks, configure user authentication, identify protocols, implement email protection, and manage browser security. You will also learn to configure anti-malware and antivirus software.

Course components:

• eBooks
• Training lab
• Videos
• Practice test

Duration: Approximately 40 hours of primary course content. Each learner will progress at their own rate.

Audience:

This courseware is designed for learners who want to gain expertise in designing and implementing safe network infrastructure which includes monitoring system performance, managing networks, deploying data backup and recovery, and installing and configuring hardware and software related to the network.

By becoming certified in networking systems, you will be able to manage an organization’s complete network by advising the network engineering team on how to manage and maintain its data safely and securely. You will also be qualified to pursue a career as a network architect.

Prerequisites:  

• Basics of computer networking
• Fundamentals of the network protocols and topologies
• Expertise in troubleshooting
• Understanding the complete architecture of the networking system

Required course materials: Self-paced CertPREP courseware for IT Specialist – Network Security

Course objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to: 

• Identify the core security policies and their types
• Identify the different types of threats or attacks on a network
• Authenticate user and manage permissions
• Manage email and browser security
• Install anti-virus and investigating alerts

Exam voucher

After completing the CertPREP courseware, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test!

The IT Specialist Network Security exam voucher allows you to validate your new skills and take the next step on your journey to becoming a tech professional.

The IT Specialist Network Security exam maximum time length is 50 minutes to complete the exam. The estimated number of questions that will be on your IT Specialist Network Security exam is between 35 and 45 questions. 

Special Instructions for IT Specialist Vouchers

After you place your order, you will receive an order confirmation e-mail. Once payment is processed you will receive a second e-mail that will include your IT Specialist exam voucher number—you need this number to register for your exam. It is important that you provide a valid e-mail address and that your system does not block messages from Pearson.com.

Vouchers purchased are only for use in the country you select. Vouchers expire twelve months from date of purchase. Exams can be scheduled and taken online or at a Pearson VUE test center on or before the expiration date of the voucher(s). The specific expiration date will be sent with the voucher number via email. All sales of exam vouchers are final, no exceptions.


Note: Due to pricing limitations, this voucher is currently unavailable in the following countries: Aland Islands, Bouvet Island, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Gibraltar, Greenland, Guernsey, Iceland, Iraq, Isle of Man, Jersey, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Northern Mariana Islands, Norway, Poland, South Georgia / Sandwich Islands, Sweden, and Vatican City State.