EC-Council Defense Essentials (NDE)

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Network Defense Essentials (NDE) is a foundational course by EC-Council designed for individuals with no prior IT or cybersecurity experience. It introduces core concepts in information security and network defense, covering topics such as identification, authentication, authorization, visualization, and more. The course includes:

12 modules and 14+ hours of premium self-paced video training
11 interactive labs for hands-on practice
CTF-based Capstone Projects to test real-world skills
Proctored exam to validate your knowledge

NDE helps you build a strong foundation in cybersecurity and earn formal recognition to showcase your skills and enhance your resume—making it ideal for those looking to begin a career in cybersecurity.

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Course Description

Key Takeaways

Key issues plaguing network security.
Essential network security protocols.
Identification, authentication, and authorization concepts.
Network security controls:
- Administrative controls (frameworks, laws, acts, and security policies).
- Physical controls (physical security controls, workplace security, and environmental controls).
- Technical controls (network segmentation, firewall, IDS/IPS, honeypot, proxy server, VPN, SIEM, UBA, and anti-malware).
Fundamentals of virtualization, cloud computing, and cloud security.
Wireless network fundamentals, wireless encryption, and security measures.
Fundamentals of mobile and IoT devices and their security measures.
Cryptography and PKI concepts.
Data security, data encryption, and data backup and data loss prevention techniques.
Network traffic monitoring for suspicious traffic.

Who should attend

High School/College/University Students
Teams and Organizations
Career Starters
Working Professional

Course Outline

Module 01: Network Security Fundamentals
Module 02: Identification, Authentication and Authorization
Module 03: Network Security Controls – Administrative Controls
Module 04: Network Security Controls - Physical Controls
Module 05: Network Security Controls - Technical Controls
Module 06: Virtualization and Cloud Computing
Module 07: Wireless Network Security
Module 08: Mobile Device Security
Module 09: loT Device Security
Module 10: Cryptography and PKI
Module 11: Data Security
Module 12: Network Traffic Monitoring

Exam Details

Exam Name: EC-Council Network Defense Essentials (NDE)
Exam Code: 112-51
No of Questions: 75
Duration: 2 Hours
Test Format: Multiple Choice
Languages: English

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MOHAMMED GUFRAN

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Enterprise Networking | Network Security | Cybersecurity | Software Defined Networking & Automation

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Ikra Khan

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FAQs

If I take NDE course, which certification exam will it prepare me for, and how will it help me succeed in it?

50 MCQs, 90 minutes; online proctoring; 70 % to pass.

By the end of NDE training, what practical skills and real-world knowledge will I walk away with?

TCP/IP fundamentals, firewall/IDS concepts, Wireshark traffic analysis, VLAN security, and basic hardening of routers/switches.

Is NDE course the right fit for me, and what kind of learners will benefit the most from it?

Entry-level network or security technicians aiming for NOC or junior SOC positions.

Will I get to practice through hands-on labs and real-life scenarios during the NDE course?

Yes — packet-capture exercises, ACL configuration, and simulated attack detection scenarios.

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