EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND)

Intermediate Level

Build strong cyber defense skills to protect and maintain your organization’s network.

The CND certification is designed for IT professionals who work in network administration, cybersecurity, or systems support. It focuses on developing hands-on skills to detect and respond to cyber threats, ensuring network integrity and availability.

Learn to defend, detect, respond, & recover from network security incidents in real-world enterprise environments.

This course covers:

  • Network security controls, protocols, and devices
  • Endpoint and firewall configuration
  • Network traffic analysis and risk assessment
  • Threat prediction, detection, and mitigation
  • Business continuity and disaster recovery planning

It includes hands-on labs and simulations to prepare learners to become effective Network Defenders.

CND:
Certified Network Defender v2

25-29 Aug 2025 | 17-21 Nov 2025

RM5,000.00

  • Exam code: 312-38
  • Number of Questions: 100
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Availability: EC-Council Exam Portal
  • Test Format: Multiple choice

Skills measured:

  • Network defense fundamentals
  • Secure network design
  • Wireless and cloud network security
  • Network traffic monitoring and analytics
  • Incident response and risk mitigation

  • Data and endpoint security

Who is this for?

  • Cybersecurity analysts

  • Anyone working in network operations or security roles

  • Network administrators
  • IT professionals seeking to improve network security defense 

Rising Demand, Rising Value: Why CND-Certified Professionals Are Ahead of the Curve

IT professionals with a CND certification earn an average of 15% more than those without the certification.

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The dark web monitoring market is expected to more than triple in size to $3 billion over the next seven years, with a CAGR of nearly 22%.

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The DLP market is experiencing rapid growth, expanding at a CAGR of 20% and is projected to surpass $10 billion by 2030.

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Hands-On Cyber Defense Skills

Master the tools and techniques used in real-world network defense environments.

Career-Boosting Pathway

Ideal stepping stone toward roles in cybersecurity operations and network security engineering.

Globally Recognized Credential

An EC-Council certification is respected across industries and geographies.

Supports Compliance & Best Practices

Aligns with NICE 2.0 and global cybersecurity frameworks.

Why choose Trainocate?

Trainocate is an EC-Council Authorized Partner in Malaysia. We offer expert instructors with field experience, hands-on labs, flexible learning options (virtual/in-person), and localized support — trusted by top enterprises nationwide.

FAQs

While CND is categorized as an intermediate-level certification, it’s accessible to beginners who already have basic networking knowledge (such as TCP/IP, firewalls, and routing).

It’s ideal for IT support or network admin professionals looking to step into cybersecurity without diving straight into advanced certifications like CEH or CISSP.

CND focuses on defensive security — teaching you how to secure networks, monitor traffic, detect threats, and respond to incidents. CEH, on the other hand, is more offensive and penetration-testing oriented.

If your goal is to protect infrastructure and maintain uptime, CND is more aligned with your career goals.

Yes. CND is recognized by employers for roles like Network Security Analyst, SOC Analyst, and IT Security Administrator.

With demand rising for professionals who can proactively defend and maintain network security, this certification can give you a significant edge—especially when combined with practical experience.

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