Palo Alto Firewall Course with Internship & Placement Assistance
India: INR, Abroad: USD.
Palo Alto Firewall Course Overview
Palo Alto Firewall Course Curriculum
- Introduction
- Key Security Terms
- Malware & Firewall Basics
- Overview of Palo Alto Firewalls
- Installing in VMware / EVE-NG / GNS3 / ESXi
- CLI Modes & Basic Commands
- Dashboard Overview
- Initial Configuration
- DNS, NTP, Licenses
- Admin Roles & RBAC
- Interface Management Profiles
- Interfaces, Zones, Management
- Static/Default Routing
- RIP, OSPF, Redistribution
- Policy Concepts, Shadow Rules
- NAT Theory (DIP, DIPP, DNAT, U-Turn)
- App-ID & Custom Applications
- User-ID, Captive Portal, AD Integration
- Antivirus, Anti-Spyware, Vuln Protection
- URL Filtering, File Blocking, WildFire
- Security Profile Groups
- SSL Forward Proxy
- Zone Protection Profiles
- DoS Protection
- Packet Buffer Protection
- Layer 2, Virtual Wire, Tap Mode
- Sub-Interface Configuration
- Address, Service, and Tag Objects
- Dynamic Address Groups
- DHCP Server & Relay
- Network Services Overview
- HA Concepts & Configuration
- IPSec Site-to-Site
- GlobalProtect Remote Access
- Logs, Syslog, NetFlow, SNMP, Packet Capture
- ACC, App Scope, Reports
- Backup & Restore Configuration
Palo Alto Firewall Course Outcomes
See what you will be able to do step‑by‑step after completing this Palo Alto Networks Firewall training.
Palo Alto Fundamentals
- Install & configure Palo Alto Next-Gen Firewalls.
- Understand PAN-OS architecture & interfaces.
- Set up initial management & licensing.
Security Policies & NAT
- Create security rules, zones & NAT policies.
- Configure App-ID, User-ID & Content-ID.
- Implement source NAT, destination NAT rules.
Advanced Threat Prevention
- Configure IPS, Antivirus & Anti-Spyware profiles.
- Set up URL Filtering & File Blocking policies.
- Enable WildFire & Threat Prevention features.
VPN & High Availability
- Configure IPsec & SSL VPN tunnels.
- Set up Active/Passive & Active/Active HA.
- Prepare for PCNSE certification exam.
Palo Alto Firewall Course Roadmap
Follow a clear path from firewall basics to PCNSE certification and job-ready roles.
PAN-OS & Firewall Fundamentals
- Install & configure Palo Alto Next-Gen Firewalls.
- Understand interfaces, zones & PAN-OS architecture.
- Set up management access & device licensing.
Security Policies & NAT Rules
- Create App-ID, User-ID & Content-ID policies.
- Configure source NAT, destination NAT & zones.
- Implement security rules & application overrides.
Advanced Threat Prevention
- Configure IPS, Antivirus & Anti-Spyware profiles.
- Set up URL Filtering, WildFire & File Blocking.
- Enable Threat Prevention & Zero Trust features.
HA, VPN & PCNSE Certification
- Configure IPsec VPN, SSL VPN & High Availability.
- Prepare for Palo Alto PCNSE certification exam.
- Target Network Security Engineer & Firewall Admin roles.
Palo Alto Firewall Career Path
Master the world's leading Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) and scale your career.
The Implementation Phase
Role: Network Security Engineer (Junior)Focus on basic firewall administration, security policies, and NAT configuration. You will handle routine updates, App-ID, and User-ID monitoring under supervision.
The Infrastructure Expert
Role: Palo Alto Security Specialist / PCNSE EngineerMaster advanced features like High Availability (HA), VPN Site-to-Site, SSL Decryption, and Panorama for centralized management. You will design and troubleshoot complex enterprise networks.
The Strategic Architect
Role: Network Security Architect / ConsultantDesign end-to-end Zero Trust architectures using Palo Alto technologies. Lead large-scale migrations, cloud security integration (Prisma Cloud), and automation via APIs.
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Palo Alto Firewall Course FAQs
SkillPlus Academy offers industry-recognized Palo Alto firewall classes near you , with expert-led labs, real-world tools, and hands-on training. Our flexible online and in-person sessions cater to beginners and professionals, providing placement opportunities and mentorship for career acceleration.
Our Palo Alto Firewall course covers real-world concepts of next-generation firewalls, focusing on PAN-OS, security policies, threat prevention, NAT, VPN, and traffic monitoring. It’s ideal for IT professionals aiming for cybersecurity roles.
Our Palo Alto training is open to students, IT graduates, and working professionals across India and abroad who are looking to build a career in network security or firewall management.
Absolutely. Once you complete all lessons and assessments, you’ll receive a SkillPlus Academy (Government Registered and An ISO Certified) Certificate of Completion with a unique ID, which you can verify on our website or share on LinkedIn.
Yes. Our course content is closely aligned with Palo Alto Networks’ certification objectives and helps you prepare for both PCNSA (entry-level) and PCNSE (advanced) exams.
Yes, SkillPlus Academy provides placement support to help you secure roles like Junior Firewall Administrator, Palo Alto Security Engineer, or Senior Firewall Consultant.
Yes, we offer flexible online sessions accessible worldwide. Our online training includes interactive labs, expert mentorship, and the same industry-recognized curriculum.