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Certified Network Defender (CND) Overview
Certified Network Defender (CND) is a vendor-neutral, hands-on, instructor-led comprehensive network security certification training program. It is a skills-based, lab intensive program based on a job-task analysis and Cybersecurity education framework presented by the National Initiative of Cybersecurity Education (NICE). The course has also been mapped to global job roles and responsibilities and the Department of Defense (DoD) job roles for system/network administrators. The course is designed and developed after extensive market research and surveys. The program prepares network administrators on network security technologies and operations to attain Defense-in-Depth network security preparedness. It covers the protect, detect and respond approach to network security. The course contains hands-on labs, based on major network security tools and techniques which will provide network administrators real world expertise on current network security technologies and operations. The study-kit provides you with over 10 GB of network security best practices, assessments and protection tools. The kit also contains templates for various network policies and a large number of white papers for additional learning.

Certified Network Defender (CND) Outline
- Module 01: Network Attacks and Defense Strategies
- Module 02: Administrative Network Security
- Module 03: Technical Network Security
- Module 04: Network Perimeter Security
- Module 05: Endpoint Security-Windows Systems
- Module 06: Endpoint Security-Linux Systems
- Module 07: Endpoint Security- Mobile Devices
- Module 08: Endpoint Security-IoT Devices
- Module 09: Administrative Application Security
- Module 10: Data Security
- Module 11: Enterprise Virtual Network Security
- Module 12: Enterprise Cloud Network Security
- Module 13: Enterprise Wireless Network Security
- Module 14: Network Traffic Monitoring and Analysis
- Module 15: Network Logs Monitoring and Analysis
- Module 16: Incident Response and Forensic Investigation
- Module 17: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
- Module 18: Risk Anticipation with Risk Management
- Module 19: Threat Assessment with Attack Surface Analysis
- Module 20: Threat Prediction with Cyber Threat Intelligence

Certified Network Defender (CND) Training Includes
- 25-Year Veteran Instructor with Over 60,000 Students Trained and the Best Pass Rates in the Industry
- 10-Time EC-Council Instructor of the Year / 7-Time Instructor Circle of Excellence
- “Pass on the First Attempt!” Guarantee
- Online Live Instructor Led Training
- 1 Year Access to Training Session Recordings
- Official EC-Council Courseware
- Official Virtual Lab Environment
- Fast-Track Exam Preparation
- Written Exam Voucher
- Practical Exam Voucher
- After Class Support and Mentoring

Certified Network Defender (CND) Audience
- Network Administrators
- Network security Administrators
- Network Security Engineer
- Network Defense Technicians
- CND Analyst
- Security Analyst
- Security Operator
- Anyone involved in network operations

About Certified Network Defender (CND) Exam
The Certification exam is included with the camp and is administered on the final day.
- Exam title: CND
- Exam code: 312-38
- Number of questions: 100
- Duration: 4 Hours
- Availability: ECC Exam
- Test Format: Interactive Multiple Choice Questions

About the Certified Network Defender (CND) Instructor
Eric Reed is a nationally recognized cybersecurity instructor and founder of Eric Reed Cybersecurity Training, with over 25 years of experience developing mission-ready IT and security professionals. A Master Certified EC-Council Instructor and 10-time Instructor of the Year—including the 2024 CEH Instructor of the Year from EC-Council—Eric has trained more than 60,000 students worldwide across certifications including CompTIA Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, CISSP, and CEH.
Renowned for his engaging teaching style and unmatched pass rates, Eric has delivered training for leading organizations across defense, government, healthcare, finance, and technology—including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Verizon, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the Mayo Clinic. His programs emphasize real-world application, DoD 8140/NICE alignment, and first-attempt success, helping individuals and teams strengthen their defenses and advance their careers in cybersecurity.
DoD 8570/8140-Approved:
Career Roles You Can Access with Certified Network Defender (CND)
IAT Level I–II
IAM Level I
CSSP Infrastructure Support
Network Operations Specialist (441)
System Administrator (451)
Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support (521)
Cyber Defense Analyst (511)
Cyber Operator (521)
What Job Titles are Most Common for People with Certified Network Defender (CND) Certification?
Some common positions that this certification can help you land include:
What our Students say
The Best EC-Council CND Training With Eric Reed Cybersecurity Training
“Pass on the First Attempt!” – Our top priority is to equip our students with both the certification and practical knowledge necessary to excel in their field. Through our optimized delivery format, which includes live instruction, hands-on labs, and rigorous exam preparation, we are able to produce unparalleled success rates. Our methodology has been proven to prepare students for real-world scenarios, ensuring that they are able to apply their skills with confidence.
Take your career to the next level with our instructor led, live online and onsite training!
EC-Council CND Training. Exam Preparation and Training
Our training programs utilize concise, specially designed slides to facilitate a deeper understanding of complex security concepts. These slides are created by our expert developers and are aimed at providing an optimal learning experience. The course, led by Eric Reed – a Master Certified CompTIA Instructor and 9-time recipient of EC- Council’s Instructor of the Year award, spans a 5-day (or 10-evening) period and is designed to be highly interactive, featuring practical exercises to ensure that students acquire the necessary skills to succeed in the industry.













