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GCFW - GIAC Certified Firewall AnalystDescriptionThe GCFW is a security certification that demonstrates that the owner has the abilities to perform activities to implement and maintain firewalls and other network security devices for an organization.It is maintained by the SANS Institute (SysAdmin, Audit, Network, Security).
DiscussionThe GCFW is a hands-on certification that covers many of the concepts of securing the perimeter of an organization. This includes concepts such as Intrusion Detection, Packet Filtering, and central logging.The SANS Institute offers a course for preparing for this certification. The course is called GIAC Certified Firewall Analyst and is listed as SEC-502. The course can be taken through self-study or via a SANS conference or course. Three separate levels are available through the GIAC certification tree (of which GCFW is part). By completing this certification, the individual is at the Silver level of certification. The Gold level of certification requires the candidate to write a detailed technical report/white paper. If the paper is accepted, they will be certified as Gold level. The Platinum level is the highest certification available and requires multiple Silver certifications. To obtain this certification, extensive testing, research and assignments are required.
Certification Criteria:To be considered certified, the following criteria must be satisfied:
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