Training
Watchguard Training Classes
SLPowers is a WatchGuard Security Expert Partner and a WatchGuard Authorized Training
Center. Classes are available at our training center in West Palm Beach, FL. We
offer comprehensive classes in Firewall Basics and VPN Manager. Our trainers have
solid technical and training experience and hold these WatchGuard certifications:
WatchGuard Firewall Basics with Fireware
WatchGuard Firewall Basics with Fireware offers an introduction to network security
concepts using our award-winning WatchGuard System Manager software and our revolutionary
Fireware appliance software. The course concentrates on installation, configuration,
and management of a Firebox X Core or Firebox X Peak model with Fireware appliance
software. Learn how to create a basic security policy with the Fireware Policy Manager,
control logging and notification, and build custom activity reports. This course
is intended for the user new to WatchGuard hardware and software.
Pre-requisite
Before attending the class, you need a general understanding of basic networking
concepts including network topologies, IP addressing, and subnets.
Duration
Three days.
Materials
Participants receive a student course guide, which includes training materials presented
during the class as well as hands-on lab exercises used in the course.
Course Overview
Specific topics covered in this course include:
- Basic Configuration
WSM components and network design
Identifying WSM applications
Working with Fireware configuration files
Setting up logging and notification
Configuring the Firebox interfaces
Using network address translation (NAT)
Identifying users on your network - authentication
Implementing a security policy
Managing the Firebox X Edge using WatchGuard Centralized Management
- Monitoring and Intrusion Prevention
Configuring the FTP Proxy
Working with the SMTP Proxy
Using the DNS Proxy
Managing Web traffic through the firewall - WebBlocker
Monitoring traffic through your Firebox
Generating reports of network activity
Using IPS to protect your network
Implementing a signature-based IPS
Blocking e-mail viruses at the gateway
Using SpamBlocker to stop unwanted e-mail
- Virtual Private Networking
Setting up mobile users for VPN – SSL/IPSEC/PPTP MUVPN
Class cost is $2,585.00. You may also purchase a voucher to take the Firewall Basics
with Fireware technical certification exam for $165.00 ($195.00 from WatchGuard
directly) Seats are reserved with a $500.00 deposit and full payment must be made
10 days in advance of class. You may pay by ACH(taking your check over the phone),
credit card or Corporate Check.
WatchGuard Fireware Advanced Topics
Pre-requisite
Before attending the class, you should have attended the WatchGuard Firewall Basics
with Fireware class or possess the equivalent knowledge.
Duration
Two days.
Materials
Participants receive student course guides, which include training materials presented
during the class as well as hands-on lab exercises used in the course.
Course Overview
Specific topics covered in this course include:
- Active Directory Authentication
Restricting Access with AD users and groups. Covers authenticating users on the
external network to manage the Firebox and using AD to authenticate MUVPN clients.
- Multi-WAN Methods
The use of the multi-WAN feature in Fireware and Fireware Pro. Students examine
the purpose and uses of multi-WAN, sticky connections, and learn about the four
different routing modes of operation.
- VLAN Training
The concept of a virtual local area network (VLAN) in Fireware and describes several
different VLAN technologies that are in use today. You will learn everything necessary
to successfully deploy VLANs with your Firebox.
- VPN Training
How to create Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) between multiple locations using Fireware.
Students also learn about creating VPNs in a Multi-WAN environment, and about VPN
failover.
- Firebox X Edge
Students learn to install configure the WatchGuard Firebox X Edge.
Class cost is $1,795.00. Seats are reserved with a $500.00 deposit and full payment
must be made 10 days in advance of class. You may pay by ACH(taking your check over
the phone), credit card or Corporate Check.
WatchGuard Firewall Boot Camp
This courseware set combines both courses above and offers a combined savings.
Duration
Five days.
Class cost is $3,880.00, a savings of $500.00 if purchased separately. Seats are
reserved with a $500.00 deposit and full payment must be made 10 days in advance
of class. You may pay by ACH(taking your check over the phone), credit card or Corporate
Check.