The curriculum covers all essential and advanced areas of network security:

Core Network Security Topics

Fundamentals of Computer Networks

OSI & TCP/IP Models

IP Addressing & Subnetting

Routing & Switching Security

VLANs, Trunking & STP Security

Network Protocols & Packet Flow

Access Control Lists (ACLs)

Firewall Concepts & Configuration

IDS/IPS Implementation

VPN & Tunneling Protocols

Network Address Translation (NAT, PAT)

Wireless Network Security

Secure Network Design

Securing Routers & Switches

Network Hardening Techniques

Advanced Security Concepts

Threat Modeling & Risk Analysis

MITM Attacks & Prevention

ARP Spoofing & Protection

DNS Security

Network Sniffing & Traffic Capturing

Deep Packet Inspection

Security Monitoring & SIEM Basics

Logs & Event Analysis

DoS & DDoS Defence Techniques

Zero Trust Network Architecture

Cloud Network Security Basics

Hands-On Labs

Weekly practical labs (4 per week)

Packet analysis using Wireshark

Firewall rules implementation

VPN configuration

Router & switch security labs

Real-world attack simulations

Lab files, notes, tools & PDFs provided

No mandatory prerequisites, but the following are recommended:

Basic computer knowledge

Interest in networks & security

Laptop/PC with stable internet

Willingness to practice hands-on labs

All learning materials—notes, tools, PDFs, PPTs, and lab files—will be provided.

The Network Security Program is structured to give learners a deep understanding of how networks operate and how to protect them against cyber threats.
Through practical labs, real-time configurations, and network defense exercises, students learn to secure routers, firewalls, and enterprise networks with industry-standard practices.

This course is ideal for learners aiming to master network fundamentals and become capable of analysing, designing, and defending secure network environments.

This course is perfect for:

Students building a career in Network Security, Cyber Security, or IT Administration

Beginners who want to understand network defence

IT & Networking professionals seeking upskilling

Individuals preparing for certifications like

CCNA Security

CompTIA Security+

CEH (Network Modules)