Mastering System Hardening

Background

Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) are published by DISA and provide configuration standards for DoD systems and software. While critical for RMF compliance, they are also highly complex.

Mastering System Hardening is designed to move beyond theory and provide guidance on the actual implementation of STIGs. Students will gain a conceptual understanding of DISA STIGs as well as hands-on implementation experience in a virtual "lab" environment.

Course Prerequisite

A prerequisite to this course is a strong understanding of technology and system configuration. This is a technical course.

Course Agenda: The Virtual Lab

Tools & Tactics

✓ STIG Viewer ("How To")
✓ SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC)
✓ STIG Content & Overview
✓ Best Practices for Hardening

Implementation

✓ Hands-on Lab Activities
✓ Common Pitfalls & Mistakes
✓ Resources & Summary
✓ Getting Started Guide

Who Should Attend?

This course is open to all students (government and contractors) with an interest in learning about STIGs. It is ideal for System Administrators, Engineers, and ISSOs.

Bundle Option: Students who have not yet attended RMF training are encouraged to inquire about discounted pricing for a training "bundle" that includes the RMF In Practice Full Program (four days) and Mastering System Hardening.

Delivery Methods

Online Personal Classroom™

Offered on a regular basis as an online, instructor-led class.

Private Groups

Available as a "Friday supplemental class" to organizations wishing to obtain on-site or online RMF training for a private group.

Mastering System Hardening (STIGs, NIST Standards)