Complete Linux Security & Hardening with Practical Examples
 
Course Description
The Complete Linux Security & Hardening with Practical Examples course provides a comprehensive, hands-on approach to securing Linux systems in real-world environments. This training teaches learners how to identify vulnerabilities, apply hardening techniques, enforce access controls, and implement security best practices that protect servers from modern threats.
 
Through guided demonstrations and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to lock down services, configure firewalls, secure user accounts, monitor system activity, and apply layered defenses. The course focuses on actionable skills and configurations that can be directly applied to production Linux environments.
 
What You Will Learn
Core principles of Linux security and system hardening
Securing user accounts, passwords, sudo privileges, and access controls
Hardening SSH, kernel parameters, and essential services
Configuring and managing firewall rules with tools such as firewalld and iptables
Implementing file system protections, auditing, and integrity monitoring
Applying vulnerability mitigation strategies and patch management
Logging, monitoring, and intrusion detection workflows
Practical hardening scenarios that mirror real-world use cases
 
Who This Course Is For
Linux administrators and system engineers
Security professionals responsible for server hardening and compliance
DevOps and cloud practitioners securing Linux-based environments
Learners preparing for security-focused Linux certifications
 
Course Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to implement robust security controls, harden Linux systems against attacks, analyze system behavior, and maintain a secure operational environment—fully aligned with the objectives of the Complete Linux Security & Hardening with Practical Examples program.