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Introduction to 802.1X Operations for Cisco Security Professionals (802.1X)

Length 3 days
Price NZD 4250 exc GST
Version 3.0

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Why study this course

The Introduction to 802.1X Operations for Cisco Security Professionals (802.1X) course shows you how to configure and prepare to deploy Cisco Identity-Based Networking Services (IBNS) solutions based on Cisco Catalyst switches, Cisco 9800 LAN Controllers, and Cisco Meraki deployments. You will learn the fundamentals of the 802.1X protocol and configuration, Cisco IBNS, configuring access for non-supplicant devices, architectural components, and considerations with 802.1X.

This training also earns you 12 Continuing Education (CE) credits toward recertification.

Digital courseware: Cisco provides students with electronic courseware for this course. Students who have a confirmed booking will be sent an email prior to the course start date, with a link to create an account via learningspace.cisco.com before they attend their first day of class. Please note that any electronic courseware or labs will not be available (visible) until the first day of the class.

Exam Vouchers: Cisco exam vouchers are not included in the course fees but can be purchased separately where applicable.

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What you’ll learn

After taking this course, you should be able to:

Gain in-depth knowledge of 802.1X protocol fundamentals, configuration, and integration within Cisco environments
Learn to configure 802.1X on Cisco Catalyst switches, Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, and Meraki devices through real-world lab
Understand Cisco IBNS operations and how 802.1X functions as a foundational element for secure network access
Acquire the ability to integrate non-supplicant devices (devices without native 802.1X support) using MAC Authentication Bypass (MAB) and guest services
Compare and select the most appropriate Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) methods for your organisation's deployment needs
Learn best practices for designing 802.1X-enabled networks and troubleshooting IBNS deployments to ensure reliable, secure access

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Who is the course for?

This course is designed for Service Provider networking professionals in job roles such as:

Security Administrators
Security Consultants
Network Administrators
System Engineers
Technical Support Personnel
Channel Partners and Resellers

Course subjects

Introduction to Cisco IBNS
802.1X EAP Authentication
802.1X on Cisco Catalyst Switches
802.1X on Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers
802.1X on Meraki Devices
Network Access for Non-Supplicant Devices
Design Considerations and Troubleshooting for Cisco IBNS Networks

Lab Outline

Configure an 8021.X Supplicant for Tunneled EAP (TEAP)
Configure Cisco Catalyst Switch for IEEE 802.1X
802.1X Configuration on Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers
802.1X Configuration on Meraki Devices
Configure MAC Authentication Bypass on Cisco Network Devices
Troubleshoot Cisco IBNS Networks

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this training. However, the knowledge and skills you are recommended to have before attending this training are:

Basic routing and switching knowledge

These skills can be found in the following course:

Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)

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Terms & Conditions

The supply of this course by Lumify Work is governed by the booking terms and conditions. Please read the terms and conditions carefully before enrolling in this course, as enrolment in the course is conditional on acceptance of these terms and conditions.