ABB University

The primaray purpose of this course is to provide students with an introduction to Microsoft Windows and network security. Since 800xA security is based on this foundation, the student will be better prepared to make the proper choices to secure his installation.

Main Topics
· Understand the common threats to system security and assess the risk to their own systems
· Understand the Defense-in-DepthModel and how it applies to their own systems
· Properly apply File System Security
– Shared Security and User Security
· Apply Account Policies in accordance with recommended standards
· Use Audit Policies to watch for unusual activity
· Apply Base Server/Client Security Templates
· Apply sound principles to harden servers, clients and network communications
· Apply Patch Management Policies
· Understand and apply the use of cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure
· Apply Network Security using NAT, Packet Filtering, VLANs, VPNs and other techniques
· Apply the available techniques for Wireless Security
· Use Analysis Tools such as Super Scan Pro, Ethereal, and Network Monitor