Linux Security Essentials
Comprehensive Linux system security, hardening, and administration training
Course Overview
This comprehensive 6-week course covers Linux system security, hardening, and administration. Designed for system administrators, security professionals, and IT specialists who need to secure Linux environments in enterprise settings.
Students will learn Linux security fundamentals, system hardening techniques, access controls, monitoring, and incident response for Linux systems.
Learning Outcomes
Implement Linux system hardening and security controls
Configure advanced access controls and permissions
Deploy security monitoring and logging solutions
Perform Linux security assessments and audits
Implement network security for Linux systems
Configure encryption and key management
Develop incident response procedures for Linux
Apply compliance frameworks to Linux environments
Course Details
6 weeks (48 hours)
Virtual & In-Person
Basic Linux administration knowledge
RHEL, Ubuntu, CentOS, SUSE
What's Included
- Virtual Linux lab environment
- Security hardening scripts and tools
- Hands-on security configuration exercises
- Security assessment and audit tools
- Compliance and hardening checklists
Course Curriculum
6 comprehensive modules covering Linux security essentials and system hardening
Week 1
Linux Security Fundamentals
- •Linux Security Architecture Overview
- •User and Group Management
- •File System Permissions and ACLs
- •Process and Service Security
- •Linux Security Best Practices
Week 2
System Hardening and Configuration
- •Kernel Security and Hardening
- •Service Configuration and Minimization
- •Network Service Security
- •Boot Process Security
- •System Resource Controls
Week 3
Access Controls and Authentication
- •PAM (Pluggable Authentication Modules)
- •LDAP and Active Directory Integration
- •SSH Security and Key Management
- •Sudo Configuration and Security
- •Multi-Factor Authentication
Week 4
Network Security and Firewalls
- •iptables and netfilter Configuration
- •Network Service Security
- •VPN Configuration and Security
- •Network Monitoring and Intrusion Detection
- •SELinux and AppArmor
Week 5
Monitoring and Logging
- •System Logging and Log Management
- •Security Event Monitoring
- •File Integrity Monitoring
- •Performance and Security Metrics
- •Centralized Logging Solutions
Week 6
Incident Response and Compliance
- •Linux Forensics and Investigation
- •Incident Response Procedures
- •Backup and Recovery Security
- •Compliance Frameworks (CIS, STIG)
- •Security Assessment and Penetration Testing
Career Opportunities
Launch your career in Linux system security and administration
Linux Security Engineer
System Administrator
DevOps Security Engineer
Infrastructure Security Specialist
Linux Security Consultant
Cloud Security Engineer
Security Operations Engineer
Compliance and Audit Specialist
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