Overview of IT Specialist Network Security Certification 

Candidates for this certification have a foundational knowledge of network and system security. Successful candidates will be able to identify and mitigate common threats, configure secure systems, and apply core security principles. They should understand how to protect devices, networks, and data using a layered security approach.

About this ITS Network Security Certification Exam

The ITS Network Security Certification assesses your ability to apply security best practices across operating systems, networks, and devices. Candidates should understand how to manage user authentication, configure permissions, implement encryption, and use tools like firewalls, IDS/IPS, and anti-malware software to secure computing environments.

Why gain Certification?

Those who take and pass ITS certifications are empowered to stand out in the competitive job market, while simplifying daily tasks, boosting productivity and fostering career growth.  

Useful Information

• ITS Network Security Exam is 50 minutes
• ITS Network Security Exam has 35-45 questions

Topics the exam tests you on

Defense in Depth

• Identify core security principles
• Define and enforce physical security
• Identify security policy types
• Identify attack types
• Identify backup and restore types

Operating System Security

• Identify client and server protection
• Configure user authentication
• Manage permissions in Windows and Linux
• Facilitate non-repudiation using audit policies and log files
• Demonstrate knowledge of encryption

Network Device Security

• Implement wireless security
• Identify the role of network protection devices
• Identify network isolation methods
• Identify protocol security concepts

Secure Computing

• Implement email protection
• Manage browser security
• Install and configure anti-malware and antivirus software

Additional Information

• Find Objective Domains here: IT Specialist Network Security
• Exam tutorial here:  IT Specialist exam tutorial