Course Description

Course Overview

The Implementing Cisco SD-WAN Security and Cloud Solutions (SDWSCS) course is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to implement secure and cloud-ready Cisco SD-WAN solutions. Participants will learn how to design, configure, and troubleshoot SD-WAN security features and integrate cloud services into their SD-WAN deployments. The course emphasizes the security aspects of SD-WAN and prepares participants to secure their SD-WAN infrastructure effectively.

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of networking concepts, including IP addressing and routing protocols.
• Familiarity with Cisco SD-WAN architecture and components.
• Knowledge of Cisco IOS-XE and Cisco ISR/ASR routers.
• Understanding of security principles and technologies.
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts and services.

Methodology

The course will utilize a combination of instructor-led lectures, hands-on labs, and group discussions. Participants will have access to virtual lab environments where they can practice configuring and managing Cisco SD-WAN security and cloud solutions. The instructor will provide guidance, demonstrations, and real-world examples to facilitate understanding and practical application of the course material.

Course Outline

Cisco SD-WAN Security Overview

   Understanding the importance of security in SD-WAN deployments

   Overview of Cisco SD-WAN security features and solutions

   Security design considerations for SD-WAN implementations

Secure SD-WAN Connectivity

   Implementing secure connectivity between SD-WAN sites

   Configuring and troubleshooting IPsec VPN in Cisco SD-WAN

   Utilizing security policies and templates in SD-WAN deployments

Secure Local Internet Access

   Implementing secure internet access from SD-WAN branches

   Configuring and troubleshooting secure web gateways

   Leveraging DNS security features in SD-WAN deployments

Integrating Cloud Services with SD-WAN

   Overview of cloud computing and cloud service integration in SD-WAN

   Configuring and securing direct internet access for cloud services

Secure Multi-cloud Access

   Implementing secure connectivity to multiple cloud environments

   Configuring and troubleshooting secure cloud on-ramp for multiple clouds

   Utilizing security policies and templates for multi-cloud access

Outcome

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the importance of security in Cisco SD-WAN deployments
• Implement secure connectivity between SD-WAN sites using IPsec VPN
• Configure and troubleshoot secure local internet access in SD-WAN branches
• Integrate cloud services securely into SD-WAN deployments
• Implement secure multi-cloud access in SD-WAN environments
• Utilize security policies and templates to enhance SD-WAN security

Labs

The course includes hands-on labs that provide participants with practical experience in implementing secure and cloud-ready Cisco SD-WAN solutions. Some of the lab exercises may include:

• Configuring IPsec VPN connectivity between SD-WAN sites
• Implementing secure web gateways for local internet access
• Configuring and securing direct internet access for cloud services
• Implementing secure cloud on-ramp solutions for SD-WAN
• Configuring secure multi-cloud access in SD-WAN environments