Suggested Course Track:
SCNS  >  SCNP

The Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP) is the second certification on the SCP track.  The Strategic Infrastructure Security (SIS) course is designed to follow the hands-on skills utilized in the Tactical Perimeter Defense (TPD) course. The SIS course continues with hardening of strategic elements of your infrastructure, such as your Windows and Linux servers, and goes into detail on one of the most critical areas to understand in security, Cryptography.

The SCNP certification validates the IT professional’s knowledge and skills to design, configure, and implement basic concepts of higher level network security skills. SCNP certification encompasses the education and training covered in both the Tactical Perimeter Defense and Strategic Infrastructure Security courses. Authorized training will cover a variety of concepts and skills related to hacking techniques, risk analysis and contingency planning, packet analysis, hardening Windows and LINUX systems, and cryptography. SCNP is an approved certification for the Department of Defense-Directive 8570.01 Tech Level 2.

Over the five days of the SCNP course, candidates learn the required elements of securing a network, such as securing Windows and Linux systems. The current lessons and detailed hands-on labs in the SCNP courseware bring a high level of security skills to the candidates.

About Security Certified Program

The Security Certified Program (SCP) (www.SecurityCertified.Net) provides real world security education and certifications that help improve job skills and create more secure organizations. SCP develops multi-level, vendor neutral, security certification and training programs that assist individuals in acquiring necessary job skills and certifications. SCP Certifications include: Security Certified Network Specialist (SCNS), Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP) and Security Certified Network Architect (SCNA). The Security Certified Program, LLC is a privately-held company, based in Geneva, Illinois, USA.

Certification Path

The SCNS certification is the pre-requisite towards the Security Certified Network Professional (SCNP), and the ultimate in security certifications: the Security Certified Network Architect (SCNA).

Course Outline

Lesson 1: Cryptography and Data Security

Topic 1A: History of Cryptography
Topic 1B: Math and Algorithms
Topic 1C: Private Key Exchange
Topic 1D: Public Key Exchange
Topic 1E: Message Authentication

Lesson 2: Hardening Linux Computers

Topic 2A: Linux Filesystem and Navigation
Topic 2B: General Secure System Management
Topic 2C: User and Filesystem Security Administration
Topic 2D: Network Interface Configuration
Topic 2E: Security Scripting
Topic 2F: Useful Linux Security Tools

Lesson 3: Hardening Windows Server 2003

Topic 3A: Windows 2003 Infrastructure Security
Topic 3B: Windows 2003 Authentication
Topic 3C: Windows 2003 Security Configuration Tools
Topic 3D: Windows 2003 Resource Security
Topic 3E: Windows 2003 Auditing and Logging
Topic 3F: Windows 2003 EFS
Topic 3G: Windows 2003 Network Security

Lesson 4: Ethical Hacking Techniques

Topic 4A: Network Reconnaissance
Topic 4B: Mapping the Network
Topic 4C: Sweeping the Network
Topic 4D: Scanning the Network
Topic 4E: Vulnerability Scanning
Topic 4F: Viruses, Worms, and Trojan Horses
Topic 4G: Gaining Control Over the System
Topic 4H: Recording Keystrokes
Topic 4I: Cracking Encrypted Passwords
Topic 4J: Revealing Hidden Passwords
Topic 4K: Social Engineering
Topic 4L: Gaining Unauthorized Access
Topic 4M: Hiding Evidence of an Attack
Topic 4N: Performing a Denial of Service

Lesson 5: Security on the Internet and the WWW

Topic 5A: Describing the Major Components of the Internet
Topic 5B: Securing DNS Services
Topic 5C: Describing Web Hacking Techniques
Topic 5D: Describing Methods Used to Attack Users

Lesson 6: Performing a Risk Analysis

Topic 6A: Concepts of Risk Analysis
Topic 6B: Methods of Risk Analysis
Topic 6C: The Process of Risk Analysis
Topic 6D: Techniques to Minimize Risk
Topic 6E: Continuous Risk Assessment

Lesson 7: Creating a Security Policy

Topic 7A: Concepts of Security Policies
Topic 7B: Policy Design
Topic 7C: Policy Contents
Topic 7D: An Example Policy
Topic 7E: Incident Handling and Escalation Procedures
Topic 7F: Partner Policies

Lesson 8: Analyzing Packet Signatures

Topic 8A: Signature Analysis
Topic 8B: Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE)
Topic 8C: Signatures
Topic 8D: Normal Traffic Signatures
Topic 8E: Abnormal Traffic Signatures

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Prerequisite

The SCNP certification requires that candidates hold an SCNS credential, in good standing.

Exam

Strategic Infrastructure Security (SIS), SC0-471

The SCNP exam is designed to validate the essential security skills for securing strategic elements of the network, including: Analyzing Packet Signatures, Creating Security Policies, Performing Risk Analysis, Ethical Hacking Techniques, Internet and WWW Security, Cryptography, Hardening Linux Computers, and Hardening Windows Server 2003. Due to the speed at which the security industry changes, security skills require updating, and as such, the SCNP credential is valid for two years from the pass date. Recertification is required within two years to maintain good standing.