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Certified Wireless Security Professional – CWSP

The Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP) certification, offered by CWNP, validates expertise in securing wireless networks by demonstrating skills in WLAN security protocols, intrusion prevention, and policy management.
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Skill level

Beginner, Intermediate

Hours to complete

25

Projects

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Prerequisites

CWNA
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Your Guided Learning Pathway

In this 7 hour course your instructor will take you from intermediate to advanced level practitioner.
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Wireless Security Principles

During your CWSP study, you’ll learn advanced techniques for securing wireless networks, including 802.11 authentication methods, encryption ciphers, and dynamic key generation to protect WLANs from vulnerabilities.

You’ll also gain skills in wireless intrusion prevention, protocol analysis, and security policy development, preparing you to effectively mitigate risks and manage secure wireless infrastructures.

Manage WIFI Security

Once you pass the CWSP exam, you can design, implement, and manage secure wireless networks, leveraging expertise in 802.11 authentication, encryption, and intrusion prevention to protect against threats.

You’ll also be equipped to conduct wireless security audits, enforce security policies, and troubleshoot issues, making you a key player in ensuring robust WLAN security for organizations.

Get Exam Ready

This course not only prepares you to become a WIFI cybersecurity manager, but it also prepares you for the exam.

Read real-world case studies about cybersecurity attacks and responses. Then take over 100 exam-style questions in order to prepare you for the CWSP exam.

What it covers

This course prepares you for a wireless security role in any organization.
  • WLAN Security Basics
  • Legacy Security Methods
  • Encryption Ciphers and Methods
  • 802.11 Authentication Methods
  • Dynamic Encryption Key Generation
  • WLAN Discovery Techniques
  • Intrusion and Attack Techniques
  • 802.11 Protocol Analysis
  • Wireless Intrusion Prevention Systems (WIPS) Implementation
  • Layer 2 and 3 VPNs over 802.11 Networks
  • Wireless Security Risks
  • Wireless LAN Security Auditing
  • Wireless Security Monitoring

Benefits of the certification

Getting certified in your chosen career path is essential, but passing the CSWP exam gets you:
  • Validates Expertise
  • Enhances Credibility
  • Opens Advanced Careers Opportunities
  • Increases Earning Potential
  • Provides Practical WLAN Security Skills
  • Global Recognition
  • Meets DoD 8570.1 Requirements
  • Ongoing Professional Development

Target audience

This certification is ideal for:
  • Wireless Network Engineers
  • Cybersecurity Professionals
  • Network Administrators
  • IT Security Analysts
  • Systems Administrators
  • Government and Defense IT Personnel
  • Wireless Consultants
  • Enterprise IT Managers

Prerequisites

You must pass the CWNA exam before taking this exam:
  • CWNA
  • Network+ recommended
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Your Instructor

Waqas Qamar

Waqas has over eight years of experience as an IT specialist and is a technical architect team lead for Accenture. He is a Microsoft Certified IT Professional, CCNP, CCNA (wireless), Aruba Wireless (ACMA), JNCIA (Juniper), ITIL certified.

He holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in Network Systems.

Curriculum

Module 1 WLAN Security Policies
Unit 1 Welcome
Unit 2 WLAN Security Policies Part 1
Unit 3 WLAN Security Policies Part 2
Module 2 WLAN Vulnerabilities
Unit 1 WLAN Vulnerabilities, Threats and Attacks
Unit 2 WLAN Vulnerabilities, Threats and Attacks 2
Unit 3 Penetration Testing and Risk Analysis
Unit 4 Penetration Testing and Risk Analysis 2
Unit 5 WLAN Monitoring
Unit 6 WLAN Monitoring 2
Module 3 WLAN Security
Unit 1 WLAN Authentication Solutions
Unit 2 WLAN Authentication Solutions 2
Unit 3 WLAN Encryption Solutions
Unit 4 WLAN Encryption Solutions 2
Unit 5 802.11 Authentication and Key Management
Unit 6 802.11 Authentication and Key Management 2
Unit 7 Authentication and Security Services
Unit 8 Secure Roaming Solutions
Unit 9 Secure Roaming Solutions
Unit 10 Common Vulnerabilities and Preventive Measures
Module 4 Security Lifecycle Management
Unit 1 Security Lifecycle Management
Unit 2 Security Lifecycle Management 2
Module 5 Labs
Unit 1 Kali Linux Installation and Basic Commands
Unit 2 Deauthentication DoS Attack
Unit 3 WPA-PSK Attack
Module 6 Advanced Wireless Security
Unit 1 Fast Initial Link Setup (FILS)
Unit 2 Public Key Infrastructure
Unit 3 Wi-Fi Certified Passpoint
Module 7 Exams
Unit 1 Exam 1
Unit 2 Exam 2
Unit 3 Exam 3

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