Certified Network Security Practitioner (CNSP)The Certified Network Security Practitioner (CNSP) certification is an entry-level credential designed to assess a candidate's understanding of foundational network security concepts.Exam TopicsThe CNSP exam covers the following areas:Networking BasicsTCP/IP ProtocolsNetwork Discovery ProtocolsNetwork SecurityNetwork Architectures, Mapping, and Target IdentificationNetwork Scanning and FingerprintingTesting Network ServicesCryptography and SecurityCryptography FundamentalsActive Directory Security BasicsLinux and Windows Security BasicsCommon Vulnerabilities in Windows ServicesWeb and Database SecurityTesting Web Servers and FrameworksDatabase Security BasicsTLS Security BasicsPassword StorageMalware and Social EngineeringBasic Malware AnalysisSocial Engineering AttacksSecurity Tools and TechniquesNetwork Security Tools (e.g., Nmap, Wireshark)Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)Experience RequiredThis is an entry-level certification focusing on core concepts of network security. Candidates should have a basic understanding of:Security misconfigurations and best practicesDefense-in-depth strategiesExploitation of vulnerabilities in real-world scenariosExam FormatType: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
What you'll learn
understand foundational network security concepts
identify common vulnerabilities in systems
be familiar with security tools like Nmap and Wireshark
recognize social engineering attacks and malware tactics