4D Training & Consultancy

IT Security

Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Administration

This practical course helps professionals master Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting. The program connects key concepts, real use cases, risks, tools, and operational decisions so participants can apply the learning in their work environment. It can be tailored to the organization’s sector, internal systems, participant maturity, and performance objectives.

Duration confirmed during proposalIn-house, online, or customized deliveryCorporate teams and professional groups

Objectives

  • Understand the concepts, challenges, and use cases related to Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting.
  • Identify the data, systems, processes, and stakeholders required for effective implementation.
  • Assess risks, limitations, governance requirements, and practical control points.
  • Use methods, tools, and templates to structure analysis and decision-making.
  • Translate learning into action plans, recommendations, and measurable improvement opportunities.
  • Adapt the approach to the operating context, team maturity, and business objectives.

Target audience

  • Cybersecurity and IT security professionals
  • SOC analysts, infrastructure teams, and operations teams
  • Risk, audit, compliance, and governance professionals
  • System, network, cloud, and OT administrators
  • IT managers responsible for security posture

Program outline

A clear structure for the learning journey.

Program outline

Outline points are grouped in one designed block instead of being treated as separate module cards.

Module 1: Cisco ISE Architecture, Nodes, and Policy Services

Applying cisco ise architecture, nodes, and policy services in the context of Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting

Practical exercises, control points, deliverables, and related decisions

Module 2: 802.1X, MAB, RADIUS, and Network Access Control

Applying 802.1x, mab, radius, and network access control in the context of Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting

Practical exercises, control points, deliverables, and related decisions

Module 3: Identity Sources, Endpoint Profiling, and Posture

Applying identity sources, endpoint profiling, and posture in the context of Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting

Practical exercises, control points, deliverables, and related decisions

Module 4: Authorization Policies, Security Groups, and Segmentation

Applying authorization policies, security groups, and segmentation in the context of Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting

Practical exercises, control points, deliverables, and related decisions

Module 5: Guest Access, BYOD, and Contractor Onboarding

Applying guest access, byod, and contractor onboarding in the context of Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting

Practical exercises, control points, deliverables, and related decisions

Module 6: ISE Logging, Live Logs, Reports, and Troubleshooting

Applying ise logging, live logs, reports, and troubleshooting in the context of Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting

Practical exercises, control points, deliverables, and related decisions

Module 7: Certificate, Switch, Wireless, and Firewall Integration

Applying certificate, switch, wireless, and firewall integration in the context of Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting

Practical exercises, control points, deliverables, and related decisions

Module 8: NAC Design Workshop and Deployment Checklist

Applying nac design workshop and deployment checklist in the context of Cisco ISE identity services, NAC, 802.1X, profiling, guest access, policies, and troubleshooting

Practical exercises, control points, deliverables, and related decisions

Materials provided

  • â—‹ Slides used during the sessions
  • â—‹ Group activities and practical exercises
  • â—‹ Worksheets, checklists, and templates
  • â—‹ Case studies relevant to the course
  • â—‹ 4D Certificate of Completion issued by 4D Training & Consultancy
  • â—‹ Post-course support for technical queries and guidance

Training Options

Programs can be delivered in-house, online, or in a blended format depending on your team's schedule, location, and learning objectives. When an external certificate or exam is included, certification rules and fees remain under the relevant awarding body's policies, while 4D provides the training and preparation support.

Why choose 4D

4D Training & Consultancy designs technical and professional programs around the client’s operating reality. The course can be adapted to sector requirements, internal systems, team capability, practical use cases, and the level of depth required by the audience.

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