This path is for anyone who wants to enter information security and networking from scratch. It begins with security fundamentals, then network basics and Linux, and moves on to traffic analysis, building a secure environment, and advanced network security.
Why here: It is the starting point because it explains the basics of cybersecurity and networks before any specialization.
After it you can: You will be able to understand the basics of protecting data and securing systems, and recognize how vulnerabilities are found and analyzed.
Why here: Good security depends on understanding the network itself, so this course follows the fundamentals.
After it you can: You will be able to design small networks, split them with Subnetting, configure VLANs and DHCP servers, and use Packet Tracer.
Why here: Most servers and security tools run on Linux, so mastering it helps before going deeper into tools.
After it you can: You will be able to manage files, permissions and users, and write Shell scripts on servers.
Why here: Once you understand networks and Linux, you can read what is actually happening inside a network by analyzing traffic.
After it you can: You will be able to analyze a PCAP file, understand what happens inside the network, and detect network attacks and trace their source.
Why here: It moves you from analysis to defensive practice by building a secure environment with a real firewall.
After it you can: You will be able to deploy FortiGate, build security policies, segment the network with VLANs, inspect encrypted traffic, and protect the network from malware.
Why here: It is an advanced step that brings the previous skills together to face attacks and secure networks, so it comes last.
After it you can: You will be able to analyze and secure networks against attacks, carry out effective incident responses, and reduce the impact of breaches.
