Exam Essentials

Understand and utilize network segmentation. This includes segmentation at Layers 2 and 3 and the proper location of devices such as IPS, IDS, honeypots, and honeynets.

Understand the difference between a network-based firewall and a host-based firewall. A network-based firewall is a hardware device on the network or on a router that protects a group of computers. A host-based firewall is software installed on one individual machine, and it protects only that machine.

Compare and contrast risk-related concepts. Understand how to identify and prioritize key systems and business functions. Create standards and policies to ensure the continued operation of these functions to support business continuity and disaster recovery.

Understand how a firewall determines which traffic can pass through it. Firewalls use access control lists (ACLs), which are sets of rules, to determine which traffic is allowed to pass through.

Describe and apply proper physical security controls. This...