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Configure and manage intrusion prevention system on network sensors
Configure and manage intrusion prevention system on network sensors
Unit of competency
National Code
ICANWK609A
ICANWK609A
State Code
D7988
D7988
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/11/2011
Field of Education
020113 - Networks And Communications
Original Release Date
04/11/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use appropriate tools, equipment and software to implement an intrusion prevention system (IPS) on IPS sensors to mitigate network attacks.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Evaluate the ways IPS sensors are used to mitigate network attacks
- 1.1 Evaluate system requirements of the network according to industry standards for inline operations
- 1.2 Compare inline to promiscuous mode sensor operations and evaluate how IPS protects network devices from attacks
- 1.3 Evaluate the evasive techniques used by hackers and determine ways IPS can defeat those techniques in the network
- 1.4 Evaluate the considerations necessary for selection, placement, and deployment of a network IPS including using features of IPS signature
2. Select and install IPS sensors and configure essential system parameters
- 2.1 Install and initialise the sensor for configuration of sensor interfaces, interface pairs, virtual local area network (VLAN) pairs, and VLAN groups
- 2.2 Configure management access to the sensor appliance and create user accounts to comply with different user roles
- 2.3 Set up sensor communications with external management and monitoring systems
- 2.4 Manage and monitor sensor operation using built-in tools
- 2.5 Upgrade and maintain IPS sensor parameters and licensing requirements to maintain network integrity
- 2.6 Plan the mitigation of specific network vulnerabilities and exploits
3. Tune IPS sensor advanced system parameters to optimise attack mitigation performance
- 3.1 Tune sensor signatures to provide optimal protection of the network
- 3.2 Create custom signatures and a meta signature to meet mitigation performance configurations for given test scenarios while disabling alert production for the component signatures
- 3.3 Configure gateway for passive operating system (OS) fingerprinting
- 3.4 Configure the external product interface to receive and process information from external security and management products to automatically enhance the sensor configuration information
- 3.5 Configure a virtual sensor and anomaly detection
- 3.6 Monitor the IPS advanced features for optimal performance
4. Manage security and response of the IPS to network attacks
- 4.1 Monitor IPS events using network tools to determine appropriate response to network attacks
- 4.2 Use network management tools to assess and manage IPS effectiveness against security intrusion
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
System requirements may refer to:
application
business
network
people in the organisation
system.
Network may include:
data
firewall
IDS
internet
IPS
large and small LAN
protocol
WAN
wireless LAN (WLAN).
Industry standards may include:
Australian Standards (AS)
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
International Organization for Standardization (IOS)
security policy and procedures.
Configuration of sensor interfaces may include:
allowed hosts
assignment of virtual sensors
creation of pairs
enabling
software bypass.
User may include:
external
internal
remote access
temporary.
Sensor parameters and licensing requirements may include:
application of software images and upgrades
configuration of files:
file transfer protocol (FTP)
hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP)
hypertext transfer protocol secure (HTTPS)
service control point (SCP)
installation of sensor licence
installation of signature update of file names
performing sensor password recovery.
Mitigation-performance configurations may include:
event action filters
event variables
general settings for event action rules
response actions based on risk taking
target value ratings.
Test scenarios may include:
exploiting the network:
denial of service (DOS) and OS exploitation and countermeasures
eavesdropping and interception attacks and countermeasures
infrastructure flooding attacks and countermeasures
simple network reconnaissance:
dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) response sniffing and spoofing and countermeasures
hacking devices and hacking countermeasures
port scanning and port scanning countermeasures
sniffing and sniffing countermeasures.
Network tools may include:
command line interface (CLI)
IPS device manager
IPS event viewer.
Network management tools may include:
intrusion attacks
network security management
sniffer trace.
System requirements may refer to:
application
business
network
people in the organisation
system.
Network may include:
data
firewall
IDS
internet
IPS
large and small LAN
protocol
WAN
wireless LAN (WLAN).
Industry standards may include:
Australian Standards (AS)
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
International Organization for Standardization (IOS)
security policy and procedures.
Configuration of sensor interfaces may include:
allowed hosts
assignment of virtual sensors
creation of pairs
enabling
software bypass.
User may include:
external
internal
remote access
temporary.
Sensor parameters and licensing requirements may include:
application of software images and upgrades
configuration of files:
file transfer protocol (FTP)
hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP)
hypertext transfer protocol secure (HTTPS)
service control point (SCP)
installation of sensor licence
installation of signature update of file names
performing sensor password recovery.
Mitigation-performance configurations may include:
event action filters
event variables
general settings for event action rules
response actions based on risk taking
target value ratings.
Test scenarios may include:
exploiting the network:
denial of service (DOS) and OS exploitation and countermeasures
eavesdropping and interception attacks and countermeasures
infrastructure flooding attacks and countermeasures
simple network reconnaissance:
dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) response sniffing and spoofing and countermeasures
hacking devices and hacking countermeasures
port scanning and port scanning countermeasures
sniffing and sniffing countermeasures.
Network tools may include:
command line interface (CLI)
IPS device manager
IPS event viewer.
Network management tools may include:
intrusion attacks
network security management
sniffer trace.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
evaluate IPS requirements and configure IPS sensors
tune up IPS sensors to optimise attack mitigation
use network tools and network management tools to monitor and manage security sensor events
upgrade and maintain IPS sensors.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
site or prototype where network installation may be conducted
relevant hardware and software
organisational guidelines
live network
IPS system and its sensors
appropriate learning and assessment support when required
modified equipment for people with special needs.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate installing, configuring and testing a new or updated network
evaluation of documentation prepared by the candidate outlining testing procedures, test results, recommendation to network changes and completion records
verbal or written questioning of required knowledge.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
evaluate IPS requirements and configure IPS sensors
tune up IPS sensors to optimise attack mitigation
use network tools and network management tools to monitor and manage security sensor events
upgrade and maintain IPS sensors.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
site or prototype where network installation may be conducted
relevant hardware and software
organisational guidelines
live network
IPS system and its sensors
appropriate learning and assessment support when required
modified equipment for people with special needs.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
direct observation of the candidate installing, configuring and testing a new or updated network
evaluation of documentation prepared by the candidate outlining testing procedures, test results, recommendation to network changes and completion records
verbal or written questioning of required knowledge.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUV31 | ICTNWK609 | Configure and manage intrusion prevention system on network sensors | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D577 | ICA60211 | Advanced Diploma of Network Security | Qualification |