Aruba Clearpass

1. Policy Enforcement
2. Network Visibility
3. Authentication and Authorization
4. Device Profiling

Before learning Aruba ClearPass, it's beneficial to have:

1. Understanding of Networking Concepts: Familiarity with networking fundamentals such as TCP/IP, VLANs, DHCP, and DNS.
2. Knowledge of Security Principles: Understanding of basic security concepts, including authentication, authorization, encryption, and access control.
3. Experience with Network Access Control (NAC): Familiarity with NAC solutions and their role in controlling access to network resources based on user identity and device posture.
4. Experience with IT Infrastructure: Basic knowledge of IT infrastructure components such as switches, routers, firewalls, and wireless access points.

Learning Aruba ClearPass can provide you with several valuable skills:

1. Network Access Control (NAC): ClearPass enables you to enforce policies for network access based on user, device, and location, enhancing network security.

2. Authentication and Authorization: You'll gain expertise in configuring and managing various authentication methods such as 802.1X, MAC authentication, and captive portal, as well as setting up authorization policies.

3. Guest Access Management: ClearPass allows you to create guest access portals with customizable authentication methods, sponsor approval workflows, and guest lifecycle management.

4. Endpoint Profiling: You'll learn how to automatically identify and profile devices connecting to the network, allowing for granular policy enforcement based on device type, OS, and other attributes.