Network Administration and Security Training Course

The Network Administration and Security course, offered by Geneve Institute of Business Management, is designed to provide participants with a structured and practical understanding of how organizational networks are designed, managed, and protected. Modern organizations rely heavily on secure and well-maintained networks to support communication, data exchange, and critical business operations. This course focuses on the core principles of network administration alongside essential security practices required to safeguard systems against internal and external threats. It addresses network components, configuration management, access control, monitoring, and security policies, while emphasizing reliability, availability, and protection of information assets. The program equips participants with the knowledge required to support stable network operations and contribute to a secure digital environment aligned with organizational and regulatory requirements.

Target Group

• Network administrators responsible for managing and maintaining organizational networks

• IT professionals involved in network configuration, monitoring, and support activities

• System administrators working with networked systems and infrastructure

• Information security staff overseeing network protection and access controls

• Technical managers supervising IT and network operations

• Professionals seeking structured knowledge of network administration and security fundamentals

Objectives

• To provide a clear understanding of network administration principles and responsibilities

• To strengthen knowledge of network infrastructure components and configurations

• To enhance awareness of network security risks and protection measures

• To support effective management of network access and user controls

• To improve monitoring and maintenance of network performance and availability

• To reinforce secure and reliable network operations within organizations

Course Outline 

Network Fundamentals

• Overview of computer networks and their role in organizational operations

• Types of networks, network topologies, and communication models

• Key networking concepts, terminology, and standards

Network Components

• Functions of servers, switches, routers, and network devices

• Role of cabling, wireless technologies, and network interfaces

• Understanding network architecture and infrastructure design

Network Configuration and Management

• Network setup, configuration principles, and documentation

• Addressing, naming, and basic network services management

• Maintaining consistency and reliability in network configurations

Network Operating Systems

• Role of operating systems in network administration

• User and resource management within network environments

• Managing updates, patches, and system configurations

Network Security Fundamentals

• Common network threats and security vulnerabilities

• Principles of network security and defense strategies

• Role of policies and procedures in network protection

Access Control and Authentication

• User authentication methods and authorization mechanisms

• Managing access rights and permissions within networks

• Protecting network resources from unauthorized access

Monitoring and Performance Management

• Network monitoring concepts and performance indicators

• Identifying network issues and service disruptions

• Maintaining network availability and reliability

Security Controls and Protection Measures

• Firewalls, intrusion detection, and prevention concepts

• Securing network communication and data transmission

• Managing security updates and protective configurations

Incident Management and Response

• Identifying and responding to network security incidents

• Documentation and reporting of network issues and breaches

• Restoring network services following incidents

Governance and Compliance

• Network security policies and organizational governance

• Compliance with standards and regulatory requirements

• Role of network administration in overall IT risk management