IT Specialist – Network Security

This exam validates that a candidate has fundamental security knowledge and skills.
Candidates are expected to have some hands-on experience with client operating systems,
security applications, firewalls, devices, and network ports.

1. Defense in Depth

1.1 Identify core security principles

1.2 Define and enforce physical security

1.3 Identify security policy types

1.4 Identify attack types

1.5 Identify backup and restore types

2. Operating System Security

2.1 Identify client and server protection

2.2 Configure user authentication

2.3 Manage permissions in Windows and Linux

2.4 Facilitate non-repudiation using audit policies and log files

2.5 Demonstrate knowledge of encryption

3. Network Device Security

3.1 Implement wireless security

3.2 Identify the role of network protection devices

3.3 Identify network isolation methods

3.4 Identify protocol security concepts

4. Secure Computing

4.1 Implement email protection

4.2 Manage browser security

4.3 Install and configure anti-malware and antivirus software