The lab environment within this course was created using version 7.0.x, which included a free trial. As of version 7.2.x, Fortinet no longer includes a free unregistered trial. To create the environment shown within this course, use version 7.0.x. Or use version 7.2.x, or newer, and go through the formal evaluation request process with Fortinet.This intermediate Fortinet NSE 5 training prepares learners to take the FortiManager 7.x exam, which is the one of two exams required to earn the Fortinet NSE 5 certification.
Fortinet does more than manufacture security devices, they also provide certifications in using them to provide superior network security. Out of eight certifications that span from cybersecurity awareness up to certified cybersecurity expert, the NSE 5 is in the middle of the pack – an advanced professional certification in using Fortinet devices.
FortiManager is the Fortinet tool that provides the interface and tools necessary for centralized network administration of an entire network of security devices.With this course, you'll know how to use FortiManager to run a constellation of devices.
For anyone who manages Fortinet firewalls training, this Fortinet training can be used for FortiManager 7.x exam prep, onboarding new security professionals, individual or team training plans, or as a Fortinet reference resource.
Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiManager: What You Need to Know
This Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiManager training maps to the FortiManager 7.x exam objectives, and covers topics such as:
- Implementing network security management with Fortinet security devices
- Registering network security devices remotely
- Deploying policy package updates to firewalls and Fortinet security devices
- Provisioning FortiManager as a local FortiGuard distribution server
Who Should Take Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiManager Training?
This Fortinet NSE 5 - FortiManager training is considered professional-level Fortinet training, which means it was designed for security professionals with three to five years of experience with Fortinet firewalls.
New or aspiring security professionals. Anyone who wants to eventually become a network security professional should recognize the name Fortinet because it's one of the big three enterprise network security providers. Taking this course and mastering FortiManager means no matter where your career goes, you know how to handle a whole network's worth of devices, from deploying to registering, configuring and more.
Experienced security professionals. Experienced security professionals who have worked on a few different networks will know that without a centralized control mechanism, it can be a headache to keep all the security devices configured together. This training in FortiManager will make sure you can step into a new Fortinet network and manage and control its security devices without a moment's hesitation.