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SCTP

Certified Network Defender

EC-Council’s Certified Network Defender (CND) is an essential vendor-neutral network security certification for every IT and systems administrator who needs to operate...

40 hours Face-to-face physical classroom

Course Description

EC-Council’s Certified Network Defender (CND) is an essential vendor-neutral network security certification for every IT and systems administrator who needs to operate with a secure mindset. Learners will learn the critical skills required to defend their networks and operating environments across local networks, endpoints, cloud infrastructure, applications, OT and mobile. They will also acquire knowledge of effective proper log analysis, network traffic monitoring, basic investigation and response, as well as business continuity and disaster recovery. Additionally, they will dive into threats, analysing the attack surface, and studying threat prediction and threat intelligence as it relates to their administration and defense responsibilities. Often referred to as blue-teaming, CND will be able to apply defense and countermeasure strategies in their organisations, playing a critical role not only in attack prevention but also in detection, response, and remediation as they configure networks and systems to operate securely. The CND programme will cover the concepts and fortify skills through hands-on practice across numerous delivered on live target machines. The CND programme designed by industry experts prepares network defenders with strategic, technological, and operational network security capabilities, enabling them to design, develop, and maintain secure networks. EC-Council’s Certified Network Defender (CND) programme, a network security course is a pathway to start your career in cybersecurity and in blue team. CND’s network security course stands out from other networking programmes as it offers a comprehensive approach that extends beyond networking skills and builds robust networking security skills.

Learning Outcomes

Analyse network attack mechanisms and hacking methodologies to formulate defense-in-depth strategies
Implement administrative security measures, including regulatory compliance frameworks, corporate security policies, and asset management
Configure technical security controls and perimeter defense infrastructures to isolate and protect network environments
Implement various endpoint environments, including Windows, Linux, mobile devices, and IoT systems against security configurations risk
Deploy data and application protection mechanisms to safeguard organisation information assets from unauthorised access
Configure defensive parameters across cloud infrastructures, virtualised software networks, and enterprise wireless environments
Analyse network traffic patterns and centralised security log data to detect anomalies and emerging infrastructure threats
Execute tactical incident handling, forensic investigation protocols, and business continuity procedures to recover enterprise operations
Evaluate corporate security risk profiles using threat intelligence data, attack surface metrics, and vulnerability assessments

Topics

Hands-on session covering practical exercises and instructor-led discussion for this topic.
  • Mechanisms of various attack techniques and hacking methodologies that attackers use to breach the security of an organisation's networks

Teaching & Learning Strategies

Interactive presentationReflectionDiscussionsBrainstormingDidactic questions

Mode of Assessment

Written ExamPractical Exam

Evaluation

Practical Performance
Practicum64%
Written Assessment
Theory36%

Course fee estimates

Amounts below include 9% GST and follow the current Class Schedule funding rules.

SCTP · Tier 1 rates
CriteriaEstimated payable fee
Full course fee

Before any eligible course-fee funding or payment credits.

$3,215.50
Singapore Citizens (SCs) and Permanent Residents (PRs), aged 21 and above Funding up to 70% of course fees
$964.65
Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above (SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy) Funding up to 90% of course fees
$374.65
AFS
Eligible Singapore Citizens aged 21 to 39 (SCTP Additional Funding Support) Funding up to 95% of course fees

For eligible jobseekers with greater needs, subject to supporting documents and approval.

$227.15
AFS
Eligible Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above (MCES + SCTP Additional Funding Support) Funding up to 95% of course fees

For eligible jobseekers with greater needs, subject to supporting documents and approval.

$227.15

SCTP Additional Funding Support of up to 95% may apply to eligible Singapore Citizens with greater needs, including long-term unemployed individuals, qualifying financial-assistance recipients, and persons with disabilities. Supporting documents and approval are required.

Final eligibility, funding and payment options are confirmed during enrolment.

Course dates

17 Aug 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

New - 2

Status: Guaranteed to run6 seats left
Face-to-face physical classroomAvailable
06 Oct 2026 - 24 Oct 2026

7:00 pm - 10:30 pm

New - 2

Status: Planned9 seats left
Face-to-face physical classroomAvailable
12 Oct 2026 - 16 Oct 2026

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

New - 3

Status: Planned10 seats left
Face-to-face physical classroomAvailable
14 Dec 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

New - 2

Status: Planned15 seats left
Face-to-face physical classroomAvailable
03 Jan 2027
Status: Planned
Face-to-face physical classroomAvailable

Certified Network Defender

Mode: Instructor-led classroom
Duration: 40 hours
Funding: SCTP
From $374.65 (After Eligible SSG Subsidies)

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