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Securing the Web with Cisco Web Security Appliance (SWSA)
Controlled web access is the foundation of secure corporate networks. In SWSA training, you’ll learn to configure the Cisco Web Security Appliance, enforce policies, and effectively defend against threats in web traffic.
Key topics
- Securing and controlling web gateways and Internet access points.
- Defending against malware, phishing, and file-based attacks.
- Defining filter rules, access policies, and user profiles.
- Analyzing web traffic and evaluating security events.
- Integrating Cisco WSA seamlessly into existing security architectures.
Prerequisite
Those with basic networking and IP communication knowledge can get started right away. IT security fundamentals are beneficial.
Target group
The training is aimed at network and security administrators who operationally implement and manage web security concepts in enterprise environments.
Professionally configured web security solutions protect infrastructures long-term and create the foundation for a reliable, transparent IT security architecture.
Course content
Cisco WSA – Product Overview
- Technology use cases and application scenarios
- The Cisco WSA product at a glance
- Functions and capabilities of Cisco WSA
- Cisco WSA system architecture
- Proxy services and communication flow
- Layer 4 traffic monitoring
- Data loss prevention (DLP)
- Cisco cognitive technologies in action
- Administration and management tools
- Cisco AWSR and third-party integration
- Cisco SMA in the system environment
Configuring Proxy Services
- Comparing explicit and transparent forwarding modes
- Configuring transparent traffic redirection
- Web Cache Protocol (WCCP) for traffic control
- WCCP configuration for data flow
- Configuring proxy bypass rules
- Proxy caching mechanisms
- Proxy auto-configuration with PAC files
- Setting up and managing FTP proxy
- Using SOCKS proxy
- Analyzing log files and HTTP headers
- Customizing error messages and user pages
Authentication and Access Control
- User verification protocols at a glance
- Defining authentication zones
- Tracking and managing credentials
- Configuring proxy modes: explicit and transparent
- Handling authentication bypass through faulty agents
- Reporting and verification of authentication
- Configuring re-authentication
- Setting up FTP proxy authentication
- Performing domain joins and test authentication
- Configuring integration with Cisco ISE
HTTPS Decryption and Analysis
- Understanding and applying TLS/SSL security checks
- Certificate overview
- Configuring HTTPS decryption policies
- Enabling and setting up HTTPS proxy
- Defining ACL tags for HTTPS inspection
- Evaluating access logs
Access Policies and Identity Profiles
- Creating and managing access policies
- Structuring policy groups
- Setting up identification profiles
- Integrating authentication into policies
- Understanding processing order
- Using additional policy types
- Analyzing protocol examples
- Assigning ACL flags and groups
- Configuring time-based and traffic-based policies
Malware Protection and File Analysis
- Configuring web reputation filters
- Setting up and evaluating malware scans
- Monitoring outbound traffic
- Defining security policies for malware and reputation
- Analyzing files and assessing risks
- Using Cisco Advanced Malware Protection (AMP)
- Configuring file analysis features
- Integrating Cisco AI support
Controlling and Monitoring Web Usage
- Analyzing and logging internet activities
- Blocking websites selectively
- Categorizing and filtering websites
- Evaluating content in real time
- Controlling web application access
- Limiting bandwidth for media content
- Controlling SaaS service access
- Reliably blocking inappropriate content
Data Loss Prevention and Protection
- Protecting and monitoring sensitive data
- Deploying Cisco DLP solutions
- Establishing and implementing security policies
- Defining data security protocols
System Administration and Operations
- Administering and monitoring Cisco WSA
- Creating and evaluating WSA reports
- Analyzing system activity using logs
- Performing system administration tasks
- Carrying out troubleshooting
- Using the command line effectively
Up to 100% funding for your continuing education
Attractive funding opportunities are available for numerous continuing education programs – depending on the funding program, up to 100% funding is possible.
The requirement is that you live or work in Germany. Our funding opportunities are not available outside of Germany.
Funding opportunities are available for career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those seeking career advancement, and specialists.
What does Cisco SWSA do in practice?
- The Cisco Web Security Appliance filters web access, blocks malware, and centrally controls internet access – providing greater security and control across enterprise networks.
What career value does SWSA knowledge bring?
- SWSA skills strengthen your IT security profile, open doors to challenging security projects, and are in demand in organizations of all sizes.
Who benefits most from SWSA training?
- The training is aimed at network engineers, security administrators, and IT professionals who want to operate web security architectures professionally.
What prior knowledge is helpful for SWSA training?
- Those with basic networking, protocol, and IP communication knowledge can get started right away. Cisco product experience is helpful but not required.
What certification can be obtained after SWSA training?
- The SWSA training prepares you for the Cisco certification exam 300-720 SWSA – part of the Cisco Certified Specialist Security portfolio.
How does Cisco WSA improve network security?
- Cisco WSA provides centralized protection against malware and phishing, enables granular access control, and delivers clear visibility into web traffic through logs and reports.
What makes Cisco SWSA stand out from other solutions?
- Deep integration into Cisco network environments, powerful filtering mechanisms, and comprehensive traffic visibility set Cisco WSA apart from other web security platforms.
