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Turnkey curriculum for K-12,
colleges and universities —
available free.

Teach the latest in cybersecurity.

The Cybersecurity Academy makes it easy.

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Aligned to NICE framework and work roles

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Free hands-on labs

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Updated with the latest in technology and cyberthreats

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Faculty self-paced training

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Member schools have access to a range of courses,

from introductory to advanced.

INTRODUCTORY COURSES

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Cybersecurity Foundation

Students will learn fundamental principles associated with the current cybersecurity landscape and concepts required to recognize and potentially mitigate attacks against enterprise networks and mission-critical infrastructure.

Palo Alto Networks Network Security Background

Students will gain an understanding of the fundamental tenets of network security and review the general concepts involved in maintaining a secure network.

Palo Alto Networks Cloud Sec Background

Students will learn basic principles associated with securing the cloud and SaaS-based applications through Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) architecture.

Palo Alto Networks SecOps Background

Students will gain an understanding of Security Operations (SecOps) and the role it plays in protecting our digital way of life.

Palo Alto Networks SASE Background

This course will introduce students to the fundamental concepts associated with security convergence through a review of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) technologies incorporated with Zero-Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Software-Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN).

ADVANCED COURSES

Palo Alto Networks Enterprise Security Background

Students will gain a general understanding of how to install, configure and deploy firewalls for the defense of enterprise network architecture.

Palo Alto Networks Cloud Sec Background

Students will gain an understanding of securing cloud computing technologies using an enterprise suite of services, with an emphasis on cloud container configurations that provide visibility and control over the risks associated with cloud and data center deployment.

Palo Alto Networks SecOps Background

Students will gain an understanding of Development Security Operations (DevSecOps), Security Orchestration and Response (SOAR) and Threat Intelligence.

Palo Alto Networks SASE Background

Students will gain a deeper technical understanding of SASE technologies, including Next-Gen Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB), Cloud Secure Web Gateway (CSWG) and Autonomous Digital Experience Management (ADEM) services.

For more details on each of our courses, download the 
Cybersecurity Academy Curriculum Overview.

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At Stanly Community College, we proudly offer the Palo Alto Networks curriculum, equipping our students with cutting-edge cybersecurity skills. The hands-on labs have been particularly impactful, providing real-world experience that enhances their readiness for both entering into and advancing in the cybersecurity field. Our graduates are well-prepared to tackle the challenges of today's ever-evolving cyber landscape.”

Brandon Crump

Regional Palo Alto Networks Academy Lead, Stanly Community College

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Cybersecurity Guide
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We chose a partnership with Palo Alto Networks as an effective way to introduce our students to this industry and all it has to offer. Even students with limited technical backgrounds are able to be successful. Whether they pursue a career in the industry or not, they take a wealth of knowledge with them wherever they end up.”

Todd Diakow

Former Instructor, Abbotsford School District

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