Palo Alto Firewall Version 12 Deployment Modes

Master Palo Alto Firewall Deployment Modes with Hands-On Labs and Workbook in EVE-NG

What you'll learn
- Understand the core deployment modes of Palo Alto Networks firewalls
- Configure and manage firewall interfaces and zones
- Perform the initial setup and configuration of Palo Alto firewalls
- Design and implement Layer 2 and Layer 3 topologies with VLANs, subinterfaces, and routing
- Deploy TAP mode for traffic monitoring
- Virtual Wire mode for transparent inline security.
- Understand how to integrate multiple devices in EVE-NG
- Confidently choose the right deployment mode based on network architecture
- Understand Palo Alto Firewall deployment modes
- Configure and manage firewall interfaces, zones, and subinterfaces
- Build and simulate Palo Alto labs using EVE-NG.
- Deploy real-world Layer 2 and Layer 3 network topologies.
- Integrate switches, servers, and other images into your virtual lab.
- Choose the right firewall mode based on network design and security needs.

Requirements
- Basic understanding of computer networks
- Familiarity with firewall concepts such as zones, policies, and NAT
- A PC or laptop capable of running VMware Workstation and EVE-NG.
- Access to Palo Alto firewall image for lab practice
- Interest in learning hands-on configuration
- No prior experience with Palo Alto firewalls is required

Description
By the end of this course, students will gain a clear understanding of the different deployment modes available in Palo Alto Networks firewalls and how to apply them in real network environments. Learners will explore how to install, configure, and manage firewalls in various modes such as TAP, Virtual Wire, Layer 2, sub-interfaces, aggregate and Layer 3. Students will also get hands-on experience selecting the right deployment mode based on network requirements, assigning appropriate zone and interface types. This knowledge helps ensure secure, flexible, and efficient firewall integration into any network architecture.

Course Description:

Are you ready to master Palo Alto Firewall deployment modes and take your network security skills to the next level?

This course is designed to help you understand, configure, and manage Palo Alto Networks firewalls runningPAN-OS 12, usingreal-world labsand astep-by-step workbook. Whether you’re a beginner exploring Palo Alto for the first time or a professional looking to enhance your deployment skills, this course provides everything you need — from theory to hands-on configuration.

You will learn how to deploy Palo Alto Firewalls in multiple modes includingLayer 2,Layer 3,Virtual Wire,TAP, andAggregate Ethernet. Each mode is explained in detail with lab exercises insideEVE-NG, helping you gain real, practical experience that mirrors enterprise environments.

You will also learn how to set up and configureinterfaces,zones,VLANs,sub-interfaces, andmanagement profiles, along with best practices for connectingservers and clientsthrough the firewall for full traffic visibility and control.

By the end of this course, you will have a deep understanding of how Palo Alto firewalls integrate into various network topologies and how to deploy them efficiently and securely.

What Makes This Course Unique:

Includes adetailed lab workbookfor guided practiceUsesEVE-NGfor realistic, hands-on firewall simulationsCovers boththeoretical conceptsandpractical configurationSuitable for bothnew learnersandIT professionalsTaught by anexperienced cybersecurity trainer and consultant

Outline:

01. Introduction and Initial Configuration

02. Configuring Initial Firewall Settings

03. Managing Firewall Configurations

04. Interface MGMT Configuration

05. Palo Alto FW Deployments

06. Layer 2 Deployment mode

07. Layer 2 Sub-Interface Deployment

08. Layer 2 with SVI Deployment

09. Layer 3 Deployment Mode

10. Layer 3 VLAN Deployment

11. Layer 3 Sub-Interface Deployment

12. Tap Mode Deployment

13. Virtual Wire Deployment

14. Aggregate Deployment

15. Sub-Interface Deployment

Product Versions:

Palo Alto Firewall Version 12.X.X

Who this course is for:
- Network and Security Professionals
- IT Engineers and Administrators
- Cybersecurity Students
- Beginners in Network Security
- Security Analysts
- Security Engineers
- Security Administrators
- Security Operations Specialists
- System Integrators
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