Network Security Fundamentals (IMCS-016) Training Course

Network Security Fundamentals

Networks connect every part of the modern organisation and remain a primary target for attackers. Understanding how to secure networks is essential for IT and security…

5 daysClassroom or online

15Upcoming dates

7Cities

£2,750Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Networks connect every part of the modern organisation and remain a primary target for attackers. Understanding how to secure networks is essential for IT and security professionals.

This LLMI course covers network architecture and protocols, threats, firewalls and segmentation, secure remote access, wireless security, intrusion detection and prevention, network monitoring and secure configuration. Participants design a secure network architecture for a case organisation.

The course provides a practical foundation for securing enterprise networks.

Course Objectives

Explain network architecture and protocols

Identify network threats and attacks

Design segmentation and firewall policies

Secure remote access and wireless networks

Use intrusion detection and network monitoring

Apply secure configuration and hardening

Target Audience

Network administrators

IT security staff

System engineers

IT managers

Infrastructure professionals

Technical auditors

Course Methodology

Technical presentations

Architecture design workshop

Demonstrations

Case studies

Configuration reviews

Course outline

1Day 1: Network Foundations

Network models and protocols
Addressing
Common services
Network devices
Security principles
Exercise: Network diagram review

2Day 2: Threats and Attacks

Reconnaissance
Spoofing and interception
Denial of service
Lateral movement
Case study: Network breach
Exercise: Threat identification

3Day 3: Perimeter and Segmentation

Firewalls
Segmentation
DMZs
Network access control
Policy design
Workshop: Segmentation design

4Day 4: Remote and Wireless Security

VPNs
Secure access
Wireless security
Guest networks
Monitoring
Exercise: Remote access design

5Day 5: Monitoring and Hardening

IDS and IPS
Network monitoring
Configuration hardening
Change control
Audits
Capstone: Secure network architecture

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Network Security Fundamentals course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Network Security Fundamentals course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Istanbul. There are 15 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Istanbul, London, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Munich, Madrid.

Can I take Network Security Fundamentals online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,750 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Network Security Fundamentals

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