SISE4 (Implementing and Configuring Cisco Identity Services Engine)

The Cisco SISE (Implementing and Configuring Cisco Identity Services Engine) training is a specialized course designed to provide network security engineers, ISE administrators, and anyone involved in network access control with the knowledge and skills needed to deploy and use Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) as a central component of their network access security framework.

Cisco SISE provides a single policy plane for the entire organization and combines multiple services, such as authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA), posture, profiling, device onboarding, and guest management, into a single context-aware, identity-based platform. This CCNP course gives students the knowledge and skills to enforce security posture compliance for both wired and wireless endpoints and to enhance infrastructure security using Cisco ISE.

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Why Take SISE Training?

Security Needs: In today's network environments, security is paramount. Cisco ISE offers a comprehensive solution that provides not only access control but also deep insight into the network through visibility and security intelligence. Understanding how to implement and configure ISE is crucial for protecting network resources against unauthorized access and threats.

Compliance and Policy Enforcement: Organizations are under increasing pressure to comply with regulatory standards and corporate policies. Cisco ISE helps enforce security policies and provides reporting capabilities to meet compliance requirements.

Integration and Automation: With the growing complexity of networks, the ability to integrate security solutions and automate security tasks is essential. Cisco ISE plays a central role in the security ecosystem, integrating with other Cisco and third-party solutions.

Prerequisites

Before attending this course, candidates should be aware of the following things:

1. Knowledge of Network Security Principles: Basic understanding of networking and security concepts is usually required to grasp the advanced topics covered in the SISE course.
2. Familiarity with Cisco IOS Software: Experience with Cisco IOS or IOS XE and the command-line interface (CLI) is helpful, as well as CISCO AnyConnect, as the course is likely to cover configurations that involve Cisco networking equipment.
3. Understanding of Basic 802.1X: An understanding of 802.1X protocol basics is beneficial since ISE heavily relies on this for network access control.
4. Familiarity with the Cisco IOS® Software Command-Line Interface (CLI)
5. Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems

What Are The Benefits of Learning SISE Skills?

Career Advancement: Skills in implementing and managing network access control are in high demand. Proficiency in Cisco ISE can lead to career growth opportunities in cybersecurity and network management.

Enhanced Security Posture: Learning to effectively deploy and utilize ISE improves your organization’s security posture by providing advanced threat mitigation and access control capabilities.

Certification Preparation: This training is often a stepping stone towards achieving Cisco certifications related to security, enhancing professional credibility.

Related Cisco Certifications

• CCNP Security: SISE is a key component of the curriculum for the CCNP Security certification, particularly for those focusing on identity management and access control.
• CCIE Security: For those aiming for the pinnacle of Cisco's security certifications, knowledge of ISE is crucial for the lab and written exams.

What will I learn in this SISE class?

• Gain an understanding of Cisco ISE deployment strategies, including the key components and their integration within a comprehensive security framework. Learn about the benefits of deploying Cisco ISE and the role of its features in enhancing these benefits.
• Acquire knowledge on configuring and understanding 802.1X and MAC Authentication Bypass (MAB), along with identity management and certificate services, to secure network access.
• Learn how to use Cisco ISE policy sets for effective authentication and authorization processes tailored to your organization's requirements.
• Get acquainted with the integration of third-party Network Access Devices (NADs), the implementation of Cisco TrustSec®, and the utilization of Easy Connect.
• Understand and set up web authentication, guest services, and the operational processes involved, including managing various guest access scenarios.
• Master the configuration and monitoring of Cisco ISE profiling services to improve network endpoint visibility. Learn best practices for deploying profiling services in specific environments.
• Explore the intricacies of BYOD implementation, including challenges, solutions, and portal configurations. Learn to set up a BYOD framework, emphasizing the interplay between BYOD processes and configuration elements, as well as managing certificate requirements for BYOD.
• Discover the significance of the My Devices portal and how to configure it for enhanced user management.
• Delve into endpoint compliance, learning about compliance components, posture agents, and the licensing and deployment of posture services within Cisco ISE.
• Learn to configure TACACS+ for device administration via Cisco ISE, including creating command sets, profiles, and policy sets. Understand TACACS+'s role in the AAA framework and how it differs from RADIUS.
• Master the migration of TACACS+ functionalities from Cisco Secure Access Control System (ACS) to Cisco ISE using a dedicated migration tool.