- Basic knowledge of network concepts
Audience
- Network administrators
- Security professionals
- IT personnel
FortiGate is a high-performance, next-generation firewall (NGFW) developed by Fortinet, designed to protect networks from various types of security threats, including malware, viruses, and unauthorized access. FortiAnalyzer is a security analysis and log management tool developed by Fortinet. It integrates with FortiGate and other Fortinet devices to provide centralized logging, reporting, and real-time analytics.
This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level network administrators who wish to administer Fortigate and Fortianalyzer.
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
- Integrate FortiGate 1800F with FortiManager for centralized management.
- Implement and manage Fortinet Security Fabric.
- Configure advanced network operations on FortiGate.
- Leverage FortiAnalyzer for enhanced security management.
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.
Introduction to FortiGate and FortiAnalyzer
- Overview of FortiGate 1800F and FortiAnalyzer 400E
- Key features and capabilities of FortiGate and FortiAnalyzer
- Understanding the role of FortiManager for centralized management
FortiGate Firewall Management Centralization with FortiManager
- Integrating FortiGate with FortiManager
- Centralized management of multiple FortiGate devices
- Role-based access control and multi-tenant administration
Introduction to Fundamental FortiGate Management Tasks and Features
- Overview of FortiGate GUI and CLI interfaces
- System dashboard and basic configuration
- Configuring FortiGate backups using GUI and CLI
- Backup scheduling
- Restoring from backups
- Upgrading or downgrading FortiGate firmware versions
Overview of Fortinet Security Fabric on FortiGate Firewall
- Security Fabric components and integration
- Physical topology vs. logical topology
- Managing dynamic security updates with Fortinet Fabric connectors
FortiGate Operation Firewall Network Configuration
- Configuring network interfaces and zones
- Introduction to SD-WAN on FortiGate NGFW
- Traffic shaping and load balancing
- Configuring WAN interfaces and performance monitoring
Configuring FortiGate Security Features and Managing Security Profiles
- Intrusion prevention system (IPS)
- Web filtering, antivirus, and application control
- SSL inspection and deep packet inspection
Overview of NAT Policy Implementations in FortiGate Firewall
- Configuring static, dynamic, and PAT (Port Address Translation)
- Understanding policy-based and route-based NAT
- Simulation of system failures and verification of results
Site-to-Site VPN Implementation with FortiGate NGFW
- Introduction to VPN concepts in FortiGate
- Site-to-site VPN between two FortiGate firewalls
- Troubleshooting and monitoring VPN performance
- Overview of Fortinet VPN tools
FortiAnalyzer 400E Integration and Features
- Introduction to FortiAnalyzer logging and reporting
- Configuring FortiAnalyzer to collect logs from FortiGate 1800F
- Creating automated reports and real-time analytics
- Incident detection and response with FortiAnalyzer
Summary and Next Steps