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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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  • N-305: CCNA Bootcamp
    • 09/14/2026 – 09/18/2026
    • San Antonio
  • RH-245: Linux System Administration I
    • 09/14/2026 – 09/18/2026
    • San Antonio
  • TN-215: Shell Programming
    • 09/14/2026 – 09/18/2026
    • San Antonio
  • CT-325: Security+
    • 09/21/2026 – 09/25/2026
    • San Antonio
  • RH-295: Linux System Administration II
    • 09/21/2026 – 09/25/2026
    • San Antonio
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    Course Overview:

    This course delivers the technical knowledge, insight, and hands-on training to receive in-depth knowledge on Wireshark® and TCP/IP communications analysis. You will learn to use Wireshark to identify the most common causes of performance problems in TCP/IP communications. You will learn about the underlying theory of TCP/IP and the most used application protocols, so that you can intelligently examine network traffic for performance issues or possible Indicators of Compromise (IoC).

    Duration: 5 Days

    Audience:

    Anyone interested in learning to troubleshoot and optimize TCP/IP networks and analyze network traffic with Wireshark, especially network engineers, information technology specialists, and security analysts.

    Course Prerequisites:

    We recommend that attendees of this course have the following prerequisite:
    • Network+

    Dates/Locations:

    No Events

    Course Outline:

    DAY ONE

    Course Set Up and Analyzer Testing

    Network Analysis Overview
    Wireshark Functionality Overview
    Capturing Wired and Wireless Traffic
    Define Global and Personal Preferences for Faster Analysis
    Defined Time Values and Interpret Summaries
    Interpret Basic Trace File Statistics to Identify Trends
    Create and Apply Display Filters for Efficient Analysis

    DAY TWO

    Follow Streams and Reassemble Data
    Use Wireshark’s Expert System to Identify Anomalies
    TCP/IP Analysis Overview
    Analyze Common TCP/IP Traffic Patterns

    DAY THREE

    Graph I/O Rates and TCP Trends
    802.11 (WLAN) Analysis Fundamentals
    Voice over IP (VoIP) Analysis Fundamentals
    Network Forensics Fundamentals

    DAY FOUR

    Detect Scanning and Discovery Processes
    Analyze Suspect Traffic

    DAY FIVE

    Use Command‐Line Tools

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    TechNow has been involved in enterprise client server architectures since 1990.  TechNow has delivered  national and international implementations for Valero, Wholefoods, Quest, USAA, Golfsmith, AMD, Motorola, and many other fortune 1000 corporations, 

    TechNow's training program has followed the evolution of enterprise computing into virtualization and cloud computing. With a focus on security, TechNow can present the ramifications of many centralized strategies.  All courses utilize enterprise instructors with experience and can discuss the detail of implementation and the integration into an existing infrastructure.

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    Course Overview: 

    Learn to protect yourself and your company against hackers, by learning their tools and techniques, and then testing your network.  This course is heavily based on Kali and primarily on Metasploit.  In TN-515: Implementing Cybersecurity and Information Assurance Methodologies class you will learn the step by step process that hackers use to assess your enterprise network, probe it & hack into it, utilizing a mixed-platform target environment including Windows, Linux, Solaris, and Cisco.  This course is 90% hacking, but  defenses for demonstrated hacks will be discussed.  If you want to know the ins and outs of the hacks presented in this course, then this is the course for you.

    Attendees to TN-515: Implementing Cybersecurity and Information Assurance Methodologies Class Attendees will receive TechNow approved course materials and expert instruction.

    Dates/Locations:

    No Events

    Duration: 5 Days

    Course Objectives:

    • Introduction to Pen Testing using the PTES model
    • Metasploit Basics
      • MSFconsole, MSFcli, Armitage, MSFpayload, MSFencode, NasmShell
    • Intelligence Gathering
      • Nmap, Databases in Metasploit, Port Scanning with Metasploit
    • Quick Intro to Ruby
      • Writing a simple Ruby script to create a custom scanner
    • Vulnerability Scanning
      • Importing Nessus Results
      • Scanning with Nessus from Within Metasploit
    • Exploitation
      • Using the Metasploit Framework and console to exploit
    • Meterpreter
      • Compromising a Windows System
      • Attacking MS SQL, xp_cmdshell
      • Dumping Usernames and Passwords, extracting and dumping hashes
      • Pass the Hash and Token Impersonation
      • Pivoting
      • Railgun
      • Using Meterpreter Scripts: Migrating a process, Killing AV, Persistence
    • Avoiding Detection
      • Creating Stand-Alone Binaries with MSFpayload
      • Encoding with MSFencode and Packers (go Green Bay:)
    • Exploitation Using Client Side Attacks
      • Introduction to Immunity Debugger
      • Using Immunity Debugger to Decipher NOP Shellcode
    • Metasploit Auxiliary Modules
    • Social Engineer Toolkit (SET)
      • Spear-Phishing, Web Attack
      • Creating a Multipronged Attack
    • Creating Your Own Module
      • Adapt an existing Module
      • Add some PowerShell and Run the Exploit
    • Meterpreter Scripting
    • Capture The Flag Exercise

    Prerequisites:

    • This is an advanced  Cybersecurity and Information Assurance Course which requires basic Windows & UNIX competency
    • Certification or 2 years of experience in these operating systems is highly recommended
    • An understanding of TCP/IP

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    CompTIA SecAI+ is the first certification in CompTIA’s expansion series, designed to help you secure, govern and responsibly integrate artificial intelligence into your cybersecurity operations. You’ll build the skills to defend AI systems, meet global compliance expectations and use AI to enhance threat detection, automation and innovation—so you can strengthen your expertise and help keep your organization’s systems and data secure.

    SecAI+ helps you build practical AI security and automation skills on top of your existing expertise, so you can secure AI deployments, use AI‑assisted security tools with confidence, and stay ready for the next step in your cybersecurity career.

    Course Objectives:

    • Apply AI concepts to strengthen your organization’s cybersecurity posture
    • Secure AI systems using advanced controls and protections to safeguard data, models, and infrastructure
    • Leverage AI technologies to automate workflows, accelerate incident response, and scale security operations
    • Navigate global GRC frameworks to ensure ethical and compliant AI adoption across industries
    • Defend against AI-driven threats like adversarial attacks, automated malware, and malicious use of generative AI
    • Integrate AI securely into DevSecOps pipelines and enterprise security strategies.

    Dates/Locations:

    No Events

    Prerequisites: Recommended experience: 3–4 years in IT and 2+ years hands-on cybersecurity; Security+, CySA+, PenTest+, or equivalent recommended

    SecAI+ (V1) exam objectives summary

         Basic AI concepts related to cybersecurity (17%)

    • Explain core AI principles and terminology: Machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and automation.
    • Identify AI applications in security: Use cases for AI in threat detection, defense, and security operations. 
    • Recognize AI-driven threats: Automated phishing, polymorphic malware, adversarial machine learning, and malicious use of generative AI.

    Securing AI systems (40%)

    • Implement security controls: Protect AI systems, data, and models using robust technical safeguards. 
    • Secure AI deployment environments: Apply best practices across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures. 
    • Mitigate adversarial risks: Defend against attacks targeting AI models, data pipelines, and inference layers. 

    AI-assisted security (24%)

    • Enhance detection and response: Use AI-driven tools to identify anomalies, detect threats, and accelerate incident remediation. 
    • Automate security workflows: Integrate AI for event triage, alert correlation, and response orchestration. 
    • Apply AI techniques in operations: Incorporate AI into threat modeling, behavior analysis, and continuous monitoring. 

    AI governance, risk, and compliance (19%)

    • Understand regulatory frameworks: Identify global governance requirements and their implications for AI adoption. 
    • Integrate GRC into AI projects: Incorporate governance, risk management, and compliance practices throughout the AI lifecycle. 
    • Ensure responsible AI use: Apply ethical guidelines, legal standards, and industry frameworks such as GDPR and NIST AI RMF.