Aruba ClearPass Essentials
In today's interconnected world, secure network access is crucial for protecting business operations and data. This course empowers IT professionals to master Aruba's ClearPass network access control (NAC) solution, building robust security frameworks for enterprise environments. We believe that to effectively secure a network, you first need to grasp how access control technologies operate. Our lessons blend clear theoretical explanations with practical, hands-on exercises to guide you in deploying and managing ClearPass systems with confidence.
- Module 1: Introduction to Aruba ClearPass
- Overview of Network Access Control (NAC)
- Benefits and use cases of Aruba ClearPass
- ClearPass architecture and components
- Role of ClearPass in network security
- Appliance types and sizing considerations
- Clustering and redundancy
Module 2: ClearPass Deployment and Licensing
- Understanding ClearPass licensing models
- Initial deployment steps
- Configuring system settings (AD join, time synchronization, DNS, etc.)
Module 3: Understanding AAA and Policy Framework
- Introduction to AAA (Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting)
- 802.1X authentication basics
- ClearPass Policy Manager structure
- Authentication sources
Module 4: Configuring RADIUS Authentication
- Network Access Device (NAD) configuration
- Service creation and role mapping
- Enforcement policies and profiles
Module 5: Configuring Certificate-Based Authentication
- Understanding certificates in NAC
- EAP-TLS configuration
- Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) integration
- Certificate Authority setup
Module 6: Device Profiling
- Concepts of endpoint profiling
- Device fingerprinting techniques
- Using profiling data in policies
Module 7: Guest Access Management
- Captive portal setup
- Guest authentication workflows
- Advanced guest scenarios (SMS, sponsor approval, platform customizations)
- Security best practices for guest access
Module 8: Posture Assessment with OnGuard
- Posture enforcement principles
- OnGuard agent deployment
- Health check configuration
- Compliance enforcement strategies
Module 9: Onboard Software Administration
- Configuring certificate authorities
- Portal setup and configuring services
- Managing certificates, users, and devices
Module 10: Reporting and Monitoring with Insights
- Insights dashboard overview
- Creating custom reports
- Configuring alerts and notifications
- Analyzing network access trends
Module 11: Introduction to Advanced Topics
- User identity enforcement concepts
- Dynamic segmentation basics
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Understand ClearPass Basics:
Use your knowledge of NAC and AAA to identify why access issues occur. - Build Secure Networks:
Set up ClearPass to create safe network access for users and devices. - Protect Your Data:
Configure strong authentication methods and policies to control access and privileges. - Boost Visibility:
Profile devices and monitor access to gain insight into network activity. - Handle Guests Safely:
Design user-friendly yet secure guest access solutions. - Check Device Health:
Use posture assessment tools to ensure devices comply with security policies before granting access. - Monitor and Improve:
Leverage reporting and alerts to observe network behavior and optimize security. - Find and Fix Problems:
Quickly identify and resolve common access control issues.
This course is designed for network professionals seeking to establish a strong foundation in Aruba ClearPass, whether building a secure NAC system from scratch or enhancing an existing network infrastructure to deliver more reliable, scalable, and user-centric access control.
Participants should have basic knowledge of:
- Networking
- Network security
If you need this course, you can fill out the form or contact us.
