Linux Security Training Course – Auditing, hardening and protecting production systems
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Our sessions are guaranteed with a minimum of one participant (except in cases of force majeure).
Description of Linux Security Training Course
Linux systems are powerful, but their security depends entirely on their configuration.
This training course guides you step by step through the implementation of best practices for securing a Linux server : system hardening, access management, control of exposed services, and protection against intrusions.
Format
Remote (recorded sessions).
GOOD TO KNOW
This training course includes numerous exercises (60% practical) to enhance learning. Sessions are guaranteed with a minimum of one participant (except in cases of force majeure). A preliminary interview is held between the participant and/or a company representative in order to fully assess the participant’s profile (level, needs, professional context, challenges, etc.).
Assessment : during the training course, the trainer assesses the participants’ progress through multiple-choice questions, role-playing exercises and practical work. Participants receive a certificate of completion at the end of the training course.
objectives of Linux Security Training Course
By the end, each participant will be able to :
- Identify common vulnerabilities in Linux systems.
- Implement a system hardening plan.
Secure SSH access, users, and critical services. - Implement effective logging and monitoring of abnormal behaviour
Configure a local firewall (iptables, ufw) and limit the attack surface. - Perform automated security audits with open source tools.
Prerequisites of Linux Security Training Course
- Have a solid foundation in Linux administration (user management, services, files, shell).
- Be comfortable with command lines and server environments.
- Basic network knowledge desirable.
Because each participant has a unique background and expectations, a preliminary interview with our expert allows us to precisely identify their objectives, level and professional challenges.
This enables us to tailor the training content to ensure relevant and personalised learning.
Target Audience
System administrators, IT technicians, security consultants, or DevSecOps teams seeking to strengthen the security of their Linux infrastructures — locally, in the cloud, or in a hybrid environment.
Detailed of Linux Security Training Course
Initial assessment and Linux security principles
Typical vulnerabilities, good security practices, secure system architecture, preliminary testing.
System hardening
Removal of unnecessary services, locking of critical files, sysctl configuration, restriction of system rights.
User management and authentication
Password policies, sudo restrictions, login logs, SSH key authentication, automatic banning (fail2ban).
Network security and firewalls
Address and port filtering with iptables, ufw, secure SSH configuration, closing unnecessary ports.
Monitoring, alerts, and logging
System logs (journalctl, rsyslog), rotation (logrotate), integration with monitoring tools or SIEM, anomaly detection.
Security audit and open source tools
Vulnerability analysis with Lynis, Tiger, OpenSCAP. Automatic report generation and recommendations.
The advantages of this training course
Production-oriented training : direct applicability
Step-by-step ‘security checklist’ methodology
Based on open source tools used in business
Adaptable to any type of Linux distribution : Debian, Ubuntu, RHEL, CentOS, etc.
FORMA-IT's training courses are also supportive
At Forma-IT, we believe that training can also be a lever for solidarity. This is why part of each registration is donated to associations that work in areas that are close to our hearts:
The SPA, for animal protection
The Restos du Cœur, for the fight against precariousness
Ludopital, to make the daily lives of hospitalized children easier
- APF France Handicap, for the rights of people with disabilities and their families
By choosing Forma-IT, you invest in your skills while contributing to essential causes.
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