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Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training
Overview
The UK Government reports that 43% of businesses identified a cyber security breach or attack the previous year. Virtual systems can increase efficiency, yet weak configuration, access controls and network design may expose infrastructure.
Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training develops knowledge of VMware vSphere security, encryption, virtual networks, remote datastores, DMZ protection and server hardening. Learners also review authorised security testing, information gathering, scanning concepts and third-party mitigation tools. This 17-hour VMware security course includes 33 units and one-year access. It suits system administrators, virtualisation professionals and cybersecurity learners.
Training may support UK roles such as Virtualisation Engineer, Cloud Security Engineer or Infrastructure Security Analyst, although further certification may be required. Enrol with Thames College today and strengthen VMware security knowledge.
Key Benefits Included
► Accredited by CPD
► Endorsed by QLS (Quality Licence Scheme)
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field
Learning Outcomes
This course develops knowledge of VMware security, virtual networks, server hardening, datastore protection and authorised infrastructure assessment across vSphere environments.
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- ► Explain VMware vSphere components and their main security relationships.
- ► Compare symmetric and asymmetric encryption in virtual infrastructure environments.
- ► Assess virtual networking, routing and VLAN security design requirements.
- ► Describe remote datastore security risks and suitable protection controls.
- ► Apply recognised hardening principles across ESX, ESXi and vCenter.
- ► Evaluate third-party mitigation tools for protecting VMware infrastructure securely.
Who is This Course For?
This course develops knowledge of VMware security, virtual networks, server hardening, datastore protection and authorised infrastructure assessment across vSphere environments.
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- ► Explain VMware vSphere components and their main security relationships.
- ► Compare symmetric and asymmetric encryption in virtual infrastructure environments.
- ► Assess virtual networking, routing and VLAN security design requirements.
- ► Describe remote datastore security risks and suitable protection controls.
- ► Apply recognised hardening principles across ESX, ESXi and vCenter.
- ► Evaluate third-party mitigation tools for protecting VMware infrastructure securely.
Certification
CPD Certification
After successfully completing the assessment of this Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
Upon successful completion of the Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —
► 129 GBP within UK
► 139 GBP for International Delivery — Postal Fees Included
Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this course is fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
CPD Accredited
All of our courses meet recognised CPD Quality Standards, supporting high-quality learning and ongoing professional development.
QLS Endorsed
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Career Opportunities
This VMware security course may support career development across virtualisation, infrastructure, networks and cybersecurity, although employers may require further certifications and relevant technical experience.
- ► Virtualisation Engineer — Average UK Salary: £40,000–£65,000 per year
- ► VMware Administrator — Average UK Salary: £35,000–£60,000 per year
- ► Cloud Security Engineer — Average UK Salary: £50,000–£85,000 per year
- ► Infrastructure Security Analyst — Average UK Salary: £40,000–£65,000 per year
- ► Systems Administrator — Average UK Salary: £30,000–£50,000 per year
- ► Network Security Engineer — Average UK Salary: £40,000–£70,000 per year
Course Curriculum
The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:
- ► Primer and Reaffirming Our Knowledge
- ► Virtual Ports
- ► Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Encryption
- ► File System Structure
- ► Accounts and Groups
- ► Routing and the Security Design of Vmware
- ► Virtualization Layer
- ► Memory Virtualization
- ► Major Benefits of Using VLANs
- ► Remote DataStore Security
- ► Fiber Channel Attacks – The Basics
- ► Penetration Testing 101
- ► The Evolving Threat
- ► Information Gathering, Scanning and Enumeration9
- ► FireFox Fully Loaded
- ► Introduction to Port Scanning
- ► UDP Port Scan
- ► Penetration Testing and the Tools of the Trade
- ► Windows Password Cracking
- ► VASTO
- ► DMZ Virtualization and Common Attack Vectors9
- ► Clearly Label Networks for Each Zone within the DMZ
- ► Schmoo Con 2010 Virtualization Vulnerabilities Found!
- ► Hardening Your ESX Server
- ► Configuring the ESX ESXi Host
- ► Establish a Password Policy for Local User Accounts
- ► Secure the SNMP Configuration
- ► Hardening Your ESXi Server
► Hardening Your vCenter Server
► VMware Converter Enterprise
- ► 3rd Party Mitigation Tools
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Course Curriculum
| Primer and Reaffirming Our Knowledge | |||
| Primer and Reaffirming Our Knowledge | 00:25:00 | ||
| Virtual Ports | 00:21:00 | ||
| Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Encryption | 01:07:00 | ||
| File System Structure | 00:13:00 | ||
| Accounts and Groups | 00:35:00 | ||
| Routing and the Security Design of VMware | |||
| Routing and the Security Design of Vmware | 00:11:00 | ||
| Virtualization Layer | 00:28:00 | ||
| Memory Virtualization | 00:28:00 | ||
| Major Benefits of Using VLANs | 00:13:00 | ||
| Remote Data Store Security | |||
| Remote DataStore Security | 00:15:00 | ||
| Fiber Channel Attacks – The Basics | 00:22:00 | ||
| Penetration Testing 101 | |||
| Penetration Testing 101 | 00:33:00 | ||
| The Evolving Threat | 00:40:00 | ||
| Information Gathering, Scanning and Enumeration | |||
| Information Gathering, Scanning and Enumeration9 | 00:30:00 | ||
| FireFox Fully Loaded | 00:14:00 | ||
| Introduction to Port Scanning | 00:30:00 | ||
| UDP Port Scan | 00:42:00 | ||
| Penetration Testing and the Tools of the Trade | |||
| Penetration Testing and the Tools of the Trade | 00:43:00 | ||
| Windows Password Cracking | 00:24:00 | ||
| VASTO | 00:22:00 | ||
| DMZ Virtualization and Common Attack Vectors | |||
| DMZ Virtualization and Common Attack Vectors9 | 00:21:00 | ||
| Clearly Label Networks for Each Zone within the DMZ | 00:22:00 | ||
| Schmoo Con 2010 Virtualization Vulnerabilities Found! | 00:08:00 | ||
| Hardening Your ESX Server | |||
| Hardening Your ESX Server | 01:03:00 | ||
| Configuring the ESX ESXi Host | 02:19:00 | ||
| Establish a Password Policy for Local User Accounts | 00:21:00 | ||
| Secure the SNMP Configuration | 00:19:00 | ||
| Hardening Your ESXi Server | |||
| Hardening Your ESXi Server | 00:20:00 | ||
| Hardening Your vCenter Server | |||
| Hardening Your vCenter Server | 00:17:00 | ||
| VMware Converter Enterprise | 01:10:00 | ||
| 3rd Party Mitigation Tools | |||
| 3rd Party Mitigation Tools | 00:24:00 | ||
| Mock Exam | |||
| Mock Exam- Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training | 00:20:00 | ||
| Final Exam | |||
| Final Exam- Certified Virtualization Security Expert (Advanced VMware Security) Training | 00:20:00 | ||
Certificate of Achievement
Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:
Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99
This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.
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The Certified Virtualization Security Expert Training is an intermediate online course focused on protecting VMware environments. It covers virtual ports, encryption, file systems, accounts, VLANs, remote datastores, DMZ security, server hardening and mitigation tools used within authorised professional security settings.
This advanced VMware security course is designed for intermediate learners. Basic knowledge of networking, servers or virtualisation is helpful before starting. It suits system administrators, infrastructure professionals, cybersecurity learners and IT specialists seeking broader knowledge of securing virtualised environments responsibly.
Learners examine VMware security architecture, virtual ports, encryption, accounts, routing, VLANs, datastore protection, DMZ design and server hardening. Additional topics include authorised assessment concepts, port scanning awareness, ESX and ESXi configuration, vCenter protection and third-party mitigation tools for infrastructure security.
Yes. The curriculum addresses VMware vSphere infrastructure through security design, virtualisation layers, storage, networking and connected components. Learners also examine methods for hardening ESX, ESXi and vCenter systems, supporting stronger configuration awareness across enterprise virtual environments and infrastructure operations securely.
The training may support development towards VMware Administrator, Virtualisation Engineer, Infrastructure Security Analyst, Systems Administrator or Cloud Security Engineer roles. Employers may also request relevant experience, technical qualifications, vendor certifications or evidence of managing secure enterprise infrastructure in professional environments.
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