CNDCertified Network Defender
Network defense in practice: firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM and proactive threat hunting.
LevelIntermediate2 of 5
Exam4 hours
Valid for3 years
TrackDefense and incident response
What CND covers.
CND prepares defenders to protect networks, detect attacks and respond to them. The curriculum covers 14 security domains, including network architecture, packet analysis with Wireshark, SIEM with Splunk, and incident response. DoD 8140/8570 approved.
Skills you gain
- Design and implement secure network architectures
- Deploy and manage firewalls and IDS/IPS systems
- Analyze network traffic to detect anomalies and intrusions
- Develop and enforce network security policies
Exam domains
- Network architecture & components
- Network access control & device hardening
- Intrusion detection & prevention systems
- Packet/log analysis with SIEM tools
- Network defense mechanisms
- Security policies & incident response
Prerequisites
- Networking fundamentals background recommended
How ordering works.
Send a request
Use the contact page and name the certification you want.
We confirm the details
Our team replies with availability, final price and payment steps.
You receive the voucher
The voucher and booking instructions arrive by email.
Common questions.
How do I schedule the exam?
Booking instructions come with the voucher. Exam slots are booked through EC-Council.
How is the CND exam structured?
The CND exam runs for 4 hours. Its format and passing score are set by EC-Council; the details for this track are in the description above.
What if I need a retake?
Retake terms are set by EC-Council. If you want a retake option included, mention it when you send your request.
Can I order for a team?
Yes. Send the number of seats and the certifications you need, and we reply with one quote.
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