
Keith Barker
Networking & Network Security
Where teams start
The active Check Point paths for teams standardizing firewall administration, gateway security, policy operations, and CCSE readiness.
This training covers both the Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA) and Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) certifications. Learn to install, configure, and manage Check Point R81, including gateways, security policies, threat prevention, and advanced network protection. Build hands-on skills with firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion prevention systems. Ideal for security admins preparing for certification or teams needing a practical Check Point reference.
Bob Salmans
Fresh from the studio
The latest Check Point training added to the catalog — new courses land here within a day of publication.

Hands-on Check Point practice
Human-led training is the point: engineers practice real skills with expert guidance, not just video playback.
Why CBT Nuggets
The platform features IT directors comparing training platforms ask about most often.
Practitioner-led
Built and taught by engineers who have spent decades running production Check Point infrastructure — not crowd-sourced contributors.

Networking & Network Security

Cybersecurity & Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

Offensive Security & Security Operations
Team outcome
Manager reporting gives IT leaders a clearer view of assigned training, completion progress, and certification coverage.
Best fit for: compliance-sensitive teams that need evidence of progress before a review, renewal, or internal governance checkpoint.
Common questions IT directors ask when evaluating Check Point training for their team.
Start with CCSA-aligned training. It gives firewall administrators the baseline for gateway security, rulebases, VPN concepts, and day-to-day policy administration.
CCSA validates administrator-level Check Point firewall skills. CCSE is the deeper engineering path for teams that design, support, and troubleshoot more complex Check Point environments.
Yes. The active catalog includes current CCSA/CCSE R81 coverage and CCSA R80 context for teams still supporting older deployments.
Measure role coverage: who can administer policy, support gateways, understand VPNs, and participate in firewall change reviews without unnecessary escalation.
Yes. Managers can assign Check Point paths, track completion, and document firewall administration readiness for security and compliance conversations.