Secure enterprise networks and manage FortiGate firewalls using FortiOS administration and security controls.

This course teaches how to configure and manage FortiGate devices using the GUI and CLI, implement firewall policies, deploy IPsec VPNs, configure authentication services and apply security profiles such as IPS, antivirus and web filtering.

  • Why get trained: Learn how to configure FortiGate firewalls, implement IPsec VPNs, manage authentication services and apply IPS, antivirus and web filtering security profiles using FortiOS.
  • Why it matters: FortiGate administration capabilities help organizations strengthen network security, improve threat protection and manage secure connectivity across enterprise environments.
  • Who should attend: Network security administrators, firewall engineers and IT professionals responsible for configuring, managing and securing Fortinet network environments.

Build practical FortiGate administration and network security capabilities using FortiOS with Trainocate. HRD Corp Claimable.

Overview

In this course, you will learn how to use the most common FortiGate features.

In interactive labs, you will explore firewall policies, user authentication, high availability, logging and monitoring, site-to-site IPsec VPN, FortiGate in Cloud, FortiSASE, and how to protect your network using security profiles, such as IPS, antivirus, web filtering, application control, and more.

These administration fundamentals will provide you with a solid understanding of how to implement the most common FortiGate features.

Skills Covered

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Configure FortiGate basic networking from factory default settings
  • Configure and control administrator access to FortiGate
  • Use the GUI and CLI for administration
  • Describe methods of device registration
  • View and search for logs on FortiGate and FortiAnalyzer
  • Configure IPv4 firewall policies
  • Apply port forwarding, source NAT, and destination NAT
  • Analyze a FortiGate route table
  • Configure static routing
  • Implement route redundancy and load balancing
  • Configure a remote LDAP and RADIUS authentication server on FortiGate
  • Monitor firewall users from the FortiGate GUI
  • Deploy Fortinet Single Sign-On (FSSO) access to network services, integrated with Microsoft Active Directory (AD)
  • Describe encryption functions and certificates
  • Describe SSL inspection on FortiGate
  • Configure security profiles to neutralize threats and misuse, including viruses, torrents, and inappropriate websites
  • Apply application control techniques to monitor and control network applications that might use standard or non-standard protocols and ports
  • Configure IPsec VPN using the IPsec wizard and manual process
  • Configure SD-WAN and verify traffic distribution
  • Identify the primary and secondary device tasks in an HA cluster
  • Identify the different operation modes for HA with the FortiGate Clustering Protocol (FGCP)
  • Diagnose and correct common problems
  • Identify FortiGate VM and FortiGate CNF in the cloud
  • Identify FortiSASE and various FortiSASE use cases

Prerequisites

  • Knowledge of network protocols
  • Basic understanding of firewall concepts

Target Audience

Networking and security professionals involved in the management, configuration, administration, and monitoring of FortiGate devices used to secure their organizations’ networks should attend this course.

You should have a thorough understanding of all the topics covered in the FortiGate Operator course before attending the FortiOS Administrator course.

Course Curriculum

Course Outline

  • System and Network Settings
  • Logging and Monitoring
  • Firewall Policies and NAT
  • Routing
  • Firewall Authentication
  • Fortinet Single Sign-On (FSSO)
  • Certificate Operations
  • Antivirus
  • Web Filtering
  • Intrusion Prevention and Application Control
  • IPsec VPN
  • SD-WAN Configuration and Monitoring
  • High Availability
  • Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
  • FortiGate in the Cloud
  • FortiSASE

Dates & Locations

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November 2, 2026 - November 5, 2026

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Trainocate exam and cert

Exam & Certification

Fortinet NSE 4 – FortiOS 7.6 Administrator exam.

The Fortinet NSE 4 – FortiOS 7.6 Administrator exam evaluates your knowledge of, and expertise in, FortiGate devices.

This exam tests your applied knowledge of FortiGate configuration, operation, and day-to-day administration, and includes operational scenarios, configuration extracts, and troubleshooting captures. This exam is part of the following certification tracks:

  • Fortinet Certified Professional Secure Networking
  • Fortinet Certified Professional SASE
  • Fortinet Certified Professional Cloud Security
  • Fortinet Certified Professional Security Operations

 

Training & Certification Guide

  • Time allowed: 90 minutes
  • Exam questions: 50-55 questions
  • Scoring: Pass or fail. A score report is available from your Pearson VUE account.
  • Language: English, Japanese
  • Product version: FortiOS 7.6.0

Successful candidates have applied knowledge and skills in the following areas and tasks:

Deployment and System Configuration

  • Perform initial configuration
  • Configure log settings and diagnose problems using the logs
  • Configure an FGCP HA cluster
  • Diagnose resource and connectivity problems
  • Describe FortiGate CNF and FortiGate VM in public cloud
  • Explain FortiSASE administration and user onboarding methods

Firewall Policies and Authentication

  • Configure firewall policies
  • Configure SNAT and DNAT options in firewall policies
  • Configure different methods of firewall authentication
  • Explain how to deploy and configure FSSO

Content Inspection

  • Explain and inspect encrypted traffic using certificates
  • Identify FortiGate inspection modes and configure web filtering
  • Configure application control to monitor and control network applications
  • Configure antivirus scanning modes to neutralize malware threats
  • Configure IPS to protect networks from threats and vulnerabilities

Routing

  • Configure and route packets using static routes
  • Configure SD-WAN to load balance traffic between multiple WAN links effectively

VPN

  • Implement a meshed or partially redundant IPsec VPN

Fortinet Certified Professional – Secure Networking:

Fortinet Certified Professional – Security Operations:

Fortinet Certified Professional – Public Cloud Security:

Fortinet Certified Professional – SASE:

Frequently Asked Questions

FT-FOS-ADM teaches you how to configure, manage, and secure networks using FortiGate firewalls and FortiOS.

This course provides hands-on experience with core FortiGate features, including firewall policies, VPNs, SD-WAN, authentication, logging, and advanced security profiles such as IPS, antivirus, and web filtering.

Key learning areas:

  • Firewall policies and NAT
  • VPN and SD-WAN configuration
  • Logging and monitoring
  • Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
  • High availability (HA) and troubleshooting

Pro Tip: Focus on understanding traffic flow and firewall policies first. These concepts are foundational for all Fortinet security deployments.

This course is designed for networking and cybersecurity professionals managing FortiGate firewalls.

It is intended for professionals responsible for configuring, administering, monitoring, and troubleshooting FortiGate devices in enterprise environments.

Best suited for:

  • Network administrators
  • Security engineers
  • SOC analysts
  • Firewall administrators
  • Infrastructure and cybersecurity teams

Pro Tip: Basic networking knowledge (routing, TCP/IP, VLANs) will significantly improve your learning experience.

You will gain practical skills to deploy, secure, and troubleshoot FortiGate firewall environments.

The course focuses heavily on hands-on administration and operational security management.

Skills gained:

  • Configuring firewall policies and NAT
  • Managing VPNs and SD-WAN
  • Implementing security profiles
  • Monitoring logs and events
  • Troubleshooting FortiGate environments

Pro Tip: Spend extra time practicing troubleshooting commands in the CLI. Troubleshooting skills are highly valued in real-world operations.

Yes, the course prepares you for the FortiOS Administrator certification exam within the FCP Secure Networking track.

The FortiOS Administrator exam validates your ability to configure, operate, and manage FortiGate devices in enterprise security environments.

Exam highlights:

  • FortiGate configuration and administration
  • Operational troubleshooting
  • VPN, HA, and security profiles
  • Real-world operational scenarios

Pro Tip: Hands-on practice is critical. The exam focuses heavily on operational knowledge rather than memorization alone.

FortiGate is Fortinet’s enterprise firewall platform used to secure networks, applications, and users.

FortiGate combines firewall protection with advanced security features such as IPS, antivirus, web filtering, SD-WAN, and VPN services in a single platform.

Why organizations use FortiGate:

  • Integrated network security platform
  • Advanced threat protection
  • Centralized visibility and control
  • Scalable enterprise security architecture

Pro Tip: Understanding FortiGate gives you exposure to both networking and cybersecurity, making your skillset more versatile.

FT-FOS-ADM focuses on hands-on Fortinet firewall administration, while certifications like Security+ or SC-900 focus on broader cybersecurity concepts.

This course is highly operational and practical compared to general cybersecurity certifications.

Key comparison:

  • FT-FOS-ADM:
    • Focus: FortiGate firewall operations and security administration
    • Role: Firewall / Network Security Administrator
  • CompTIA Security+:
    • Focus: General cybersecurity fundamentals
    • Role: Entry-level cybersecurity
  • SC-900:
    • Focus: Microsoft security fundamentals
    • Role: Security beginner / cloud security awareness

Pro Tip: Vendor-specific certifications like Fortinet are especially valuable if your organization uses those technologies directly.

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