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The world of information security and computer training is ever changing.  The techniques and systems continue to evolve and we must stay current and diligent.  To do this, you can count on TechNow®…the leader in cybersecurity training and computer system training.

TechNow® has been training the leaders in the computer community for many years.  We provide training for students in a number of areas.  Our cybersecurity trainings include popular courses like D0D 8140, Security , CISM, CISSP, CEH,CCNA, and more.  With over 34 years of experience, we’re able to provide you with unmatched training and certification programs.

TechNow also provides a variety of other popular trainings for the computer professional including Cisco, EC-Council, CompTIA, Unix/Linux and more.

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  • TN-822: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Seminar
    • 10/06/2025 – 10/10/2025
    • San Antonio
  • CT-213: Cloud Essentials+
    • 10/14/2025 – 10/16/2025
    • San Antonio
  • PM-223: Introduction to Project Management
    • 10/14/2025 – 10/16/2025
    • San Antonio
  • CT-210: Project+
    • 10/27/2025 – 10/30/2025
    • San Antonio
  • CT-325: Security+
    • 10/27/2025 – 10/31/2025
    • San Antonio
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    TN-999: Reverse Engineering Malware Course

    Course Overview:

    This course is designed for professionals that are expected to do malware analysis. A skills focus enables the student to better absorb the subject matter and perform successfully on the job.   This is not death by power point. The course is aligned with information assurance operators and executing hands-on labs. Lecture and labs walk the student through the knowledge required to truly understand the mechanics Reverse Engineering Malware.

    Attendees to TN-999: Reverse Engineering Malware will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

    Date/Locations:

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    Duration: 5 days

    Course Objectives:

    • Toolkit and Lab Assembly
    • Malware Code and Behavioral Analysis Fundamentals
    • Malicious Static and Dynamic Code Analysis
    • Collecting/Probing System and Network Activities
    • Analysis of Malicious Document Files
    • Analyzing Protected Executables
    • Analyzing Web-Based Malware
    • DLL Construction and API Hooking
    • Common Windows Malware Characteristics in x86 Assembly
    • Unpacking Protected Malware
    • In-Depth Analysis of Malicious Browser Scripts, Flash Programs and Office
    • In-Depth Analysis of Malicious Executables
    • Windows x86 Assembly Code Concepts for Revers-Engineering Memory Forensics for Rootkit Analysis

    Prerequisites:

    • Strong understanding of core systems and network concepts
    • Exposure to programming and assembly concepts
    • Comfortable with command line access

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    TN-5425: Networking with Windows Server 2016

     

    Course Overview:

    Course two of a three course series to obtain a Server 2016 MCSA certification. This 5-day course provides the fundamental networking skills required to deploy and support Windows Server 2016 in most organizations. It covers IP fundamentals, remote access technologies, and more advanced content including Software Defined Networking.

    The course leads directly to preparing for the(MCSA):Windows Server 2016 exam “70-741: Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server 2016”.  It also maps to Microsoft’s course 20741A, and is part of the Server 2016 MCSA certification. 

    Attendees to TN-5425: Networking with Window Server 2016 will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

    Dates/Locations:

    No Events

    Duration: 5 Days

    Course Objectives:

    • Plan and implement an IPv4 network
    • Implement Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
    • Implement IPv6
    • Implement Domain Name System (DNS)
    • Implement and manage IP address management (IPAM)
    • Plan for remote access
    • Implement DirectAccess
    • Implement virtual private networks (VPNs)
    • Implement networking for branch offices
    • Configure advanced networking features
    • Implement Software Defined Networking

    Prerequisites: 

    • A basic understanding of networking fundamentals
    • Experience working with Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2012
    • Experience working in a Windows Server infrastructure enterprise environment
    • Knowledge of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
    • Understanding of core networking topologies and architectures such as local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and wireless networking
    • Basic knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol stack, addressing and name resolution
    • Experience with and knowledge of Hyper-V and virtualization
    • Hands-on experience working with the Windows client operating systems such as Windows 8.1 or Windows 10
      

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    PA-242: Palo Alto Networks Firewall Manage Cyberthreats (EDU-231)

      

     

    Course Overview:  PA-242: Palo Alto Networks Firewall Manage Cyberthreats (EDU-231) Training Class is a two-day course that teaches students strategies in defense against cyberthreats.  Successful completion of this course enables administrators to better understand the threat landscape.  This is not a virtualized theoretical course.  This is hands-on, real world instruction, directly relevant to the DoD and Commercial implementations of Palo Alto Networks next-generation firewalls.

    Each student is issued a physical Palo Alto firewall and a Cisco layer 3 switch at their desk.  Real hardware per student for real experience and real skill development.  TechNow provides a very comprehensive client infrastructure that includes Windows, Linux, and multiple packet sniffer agents.

    The instructor for this course has been a lead in Unix kernel development to implement firewall and intrusion detection technologies.  Additionally, the instructor has taught several security appliance products and carries several SANS, ISC2, ISACA, Cisco, Unix, and Windows certifications.

    Attendees to the PA-242: Palo Alto Networks Firewall Manaage Cyberthreats  (EDU-231) Training Course will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

    Dates/Locations:

    No Events

    Duration: 2 days

    Course Objectives:   Students attending this training course will gain an understanding of cyberthreats and their characteristics.  Students will learn how to manage cyberthreats using security policies, profiles, and signatures to protect their network against emerging threats.

    Day 1

    • Mod 1: Threat Landscape
      • Advanced Persistent
      • Threats
      • Data Breaches and Tactics
      • Threat Management
      • Strategies
    • Mod 2: Integrated
      • Approach to Threat
      • Protection
      • Integrated Approach to
      • Protection
      • Next-Generation Firewall
      • Advanced Endpoint
      • Protection
    • Mod 3: Network Visibility
      • Zero Trust Model
      • SSL Decryption
      • Decryption Policy
    • Mod 4: Reducing the Attack
      • Surf
      • ection

     

    Day 2

    • Mod 5: Handling Known
      • Threats
      • WildFire Analysis
      • Security Profiles
    • Mod 6: Handling Unknown
      • Traffic and Zero-Day Exploits
      • WildFire
      • Researching Threat Events
      • Identifying Unknown
      • Applications
    • Mod 7: Investigating
      • Breaches
      • Identify IOCs Using
      • App-Scope
      • Log Correlation
      • Finding Infected Host
    • Mod 8: Using Custom
      • Signatures
      • Creating Custom App-IDs
      • Threat Signatures

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    Prerequisites:

    • Students must complete the PA-213: Install, Configure, and Manage course
    • Understanding of network concepts, including routing, switching, and IP addressing
    • In-depth knowledge of port-based security and security technologies such as IPS, proxy, and content filtering

    This course is in no way associated with Palo Alto Networks, Inc.

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    TN-205: A+ Skills Class

    Course Overview:

    TN-205: A+ Skills Class provides students with the skills, knowledge and understanding that will enable them to install, configure, upgrade, troubleshoot and repair personal computer systems.  The A+ curriculum is excellent preparation for almost any computer related career or position.  This course lays the foundation for further study in networking and programming.  Designed for the new computer professional who has support knowledge of PC hardware, but needs to expand upon that knowledge.

    Attendees to the TN-205: A+ Skills Class will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

    Please Note:  This course is designed with a focus on skills and is not a preparation course for certification.

    Dates/Locations:

    No Events

    Duration: 5 Days

    Course Objectives:

    • Identifying, Adding & Removing System Components
    • Installation, Configuring & System Optimization
    • Diagnosing & Troubleshooting Problems
    • Power Protection & Safety Procedures
    • Motherboards, Processors & Memory
    • Printers
    • Basic Networking
    • Operating System Fundamentals
    • Installation, Configuration & Upgrade
    • Diagnosing & Troubleshooting
    • Networks

    Prerequisites:

    • None

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