What background knowledge is necessary?

<text variant="body1">-Knowledge of network protocols <text variant="body1">-Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts

Is this course really 100% online? Do I need to attend any classes in person?

This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.

Can I just enroll in a single course?

Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Can I take the course for free?

No, you cannot take this course for free. When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.

Fortinet Network Security Specialization

Fortinet Network Security Specialization

Q: What will I be able to do upon completing the Specialization?

<text variant="body1">Implement, manage, and support an enterprise security infrastructure composed of multiple Fortinet devices.

Elevate your career in Cybersecurity. Become a specialist in Network Security by learning the advanced skills and knowledge required to implement and manage an enterprise security infrastructure.

Instructor: Fortinet Training Institute

Included with Coursera Plus

Learn more

5 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.6

(106 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 course series

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

4.6

(106 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Advanced Network Security Skills and Knowledge.
How to design, deploy, administrate and support Fortinet Network Security solutions.

Skills you'll gain

Tools you'll learn

Firewall

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Taught in English

28 practice exercises

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

Learn more about Coursera for Business

logos of Petrobras, TATA, Danone, Capgemini, P&G and L'Oreal

Advance your subject-matter expertise

Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
Earn a career certificate from Fortinet, Inc.

Specialization - 5 course series

This Specialization is intended for cybersecurity professionals seeking to develop their network security skills and knowledge. Through five courses, you will learn how to deploy, design, manage, support, and analyze advanced Fortinet network security solutions. This specialization will provide you with a solid understanding of how to implement, manage, and support an enterprise security infrastructure composed of multiple Fortinet devices.

Applied Learning Project

During the first three courses, students will learn about the cybersecurity products that comprise the core of all Fortinet Network Security solutions. During the last two courses, students will learn how to integrate those core products to design, deploy, administrate, and support an enterprise security infrastructure.

FortiGate Administrator

Course 16 hours

What you'll learn

How to use the most common FortiGate features.

Skills you'll gain

Firewall, Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Routing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, System Configuration, Security Controls, Network Administration, Network Monitoring, User Accounts, Authentications, and Web Servers

FortiManager Administrator

Course 25 hours

What you'll learn

The fundamentals of using FortiManager for the centralized network administration of many FortiGate devices.

Skills you'll gain

Configuration Management, Scripting, Authentications, Network Security, Security Management, Network Administration, System Configuration, Network Troubleshooting, Network Infrastructure, and Network Planning And Design

Enterprise Firewall Administrator

Course 34 hours

What you'll learn

Learn how to implement and centrally manage an enterprise security infrastructure composed of multiple FortiGate devices.

Skills you'll gain

Network Security, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Performance Tuning, System Configuration, Enterprise Security, Threat Detection, Security Controls, Network Infrastructure, Malware Protection, Network Architecture, Network Administration, and Cybersecurity

FortiAnalyzer Administrator

Course 43 hours

What you'll learn

How to deploy, configure, and secure FortiAnalyzer.
How to register and manage devices with FortiAnalyzer.
Explore the fundamentals of the logging and reporting management capabilities included on FortiAnalyzer.

Skills you'll gain

Data Storage, System Configuration, Cybersecurity, System Monitoring, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Data Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, and Event Monitoring

Network Security Support Engineer

Course 54 hours

What you'll learn

How to diagnose and troubleshoot the most common networking and security problems in a Fortinet protected network security solution.

Skills you'll gain

Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, System Monitoring, Firewall, Authentications, Performance Tuning, Cybersecurity, System Configuration, Malware Protection, and Network Performance Management