CCSP Self-Study: Cisco Secure Intrusion Detection System (CSIDS)

Chapter 2. Network Security and Cisco

Upon completion of this chapter, you will be able to perform the following tasks:

• Explain the steps that you can take to secure your network

• Describe the ways in which you can monitor the security of your network

• Identify ways in which you can test the security posture of your network

• Explain the steps that you can take to improve the security on your network

• Describe the benefits of Cisco's Architecture for Voice, Video, and Integrated Data (AVVID)

• Explain Cisco SAFE

Completely securing your network is impossible, but just securing your network to match your security policy can be a daunting task. Your network probably contains numerous security vulnerabilities. These security holes provide disgruntled employees ...