CCNA Security Study Guide (With CD)

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The Cisco Certified Network Associate-Security (CCNA-Security) concentration certification targets candidates responsible for securing a network that primarily uses Cisco devices. This in-depth Study Guide provides 100% coverage of every exam objective, covering in depth the technologies developed by Cisco specifically designed to ensure a network is secure. Book features hands-on labs, end of chapter review questions, and a handy tear-out objective map showing the reader where each exam objective is covered. In addition, the enhanced CD contains the Sybex Test Engine, Flashcards, and entire book in PDF format. Key Features Built-In Audience--Over 700,000individuals have achieved a Cisco certification, with CCNA by far those popular of Cisco's certification track. Over 100,000 achieve a Cisco certification a year. Candidates for the CCNA-Security are required to have a valid CCNA before sitting for this exam. Security as a Centerpiece--The first Cisco certification specifically focused on Security. The CCNA-Security certification is the first step towards Cisco's brand new Cisco Certified Security Professional (CCSP) and Cisco Certified Internetworking Engineer--Security (CCIE Security) designations. Security Spending on the Rise--According to Forrester Research, most IT organizations who responded plan to increase security spending. With Cisco the leader in network hardware, organizations will be looking for qualified IT professionals skilled in securing a Cisco network. 100% Focused on the Exam--Will cover in depth all exam objectives, and will include useful hands on labs to give candidates the hands on necessary to perform the skills expected from all CCNA-Security recipients. Huge Growth Potential--According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, general networking/system administration jobs are expected to increase by nearly 82% by 2010. About The Author Tim Boyles, CCNA, CISSP, CISA, has over 20 years IT professional experience, specializing in in network administration and security. He is currently a consultant and regional security practice lead for BT Global Services. He is also an instructor for SANS Institute, occasional speaker, and has authored numerous books Cisco certifications. Table Of Contents Introduction. Assessment Test. Chapter 1 Introduction to Network Security. Chapter 2 Creating the Secure Network. Chapter 3 Securing Administrative Access. Chapter 4 Configuring AAA Services. Chapter 5 Securing Your Router. Chapter 6 Layer 2 Security. Chapter 7 Implementing Cisco IOS Firewall. Chapter 8 Implementing Cisco IOS Intrusion Prevention. Chapter 9 Understanding Cryptographic Solutions. Chapter 10 Using Digital Signatures. Chapter 11 Using Asymmetric Encryption and PKI. Chapter 12 Implementing Site-to-Site IPsec VPN Solutions. Appendix A Securing Voice Solutions. Appendix B Introduction to SAN Security. Appendix C Exploring Endpoint Security. Appendix D Capstone Exercise. Appendix E About the Companion CD. Glossary. Index.