Training: Mastering Nessus - Complete Network Security Audit

$3,465

  • 3 days
  • Onsite
  • 8 people max.
Ref: LNM979
8 people max.
$3,465
In-company rate: from $6,290 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
3 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without mastering Nessus, your network security audits detect critical vulnerabilities too late, leaving systems exposed.

  • On average, a company loses 150 hours per inefficient manual audit, with 82% of security breaches tied to unidentified vulnerabilities (Verizon DBIR).

  • Each incident costs 4 million euros on average, threatening reputation, customer data, and business survival.

  • Your role as a security administrator or engineer is at risk: one oversight can trigger regulatory audits and termination.

Nawfel ABED, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert
Nawfel ABED

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity expert

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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Nessus training objectives

  • Install, configure, and get hands-on with the Nessus tool
  • Plan, conduct, and analyze security audits with Nessus
  • Understand the different types of vulnerabilities detected by Nessus
  • Exploit and customize the generated reports
  • Set up an automated and regular audit process
  • Integrate Nessus into a compliance and continuous improvement approach

Nessus curriculum: 3 modules over 3 days

Module 1 : Discovery and Installation of Nessus

Presentation of basic network security concepts, introduction to the Nessus tool, license models, installation on different environments (Windows/Linux), initial settings, and hands-on with the interface. Practical exercise on installation and exploration of the graphical interface.

Module 2 : Configuration, Scanning, and Policy Management

Creation of tailored scan policies, plugin selection and advanced option configuration, policy import/export, credential management for authenticated scans, launching targeted scans on real and virtual environments. Analysis and interpretation of initial vulnerability reports.

Module 3 : In-Depth Analysis and Integration into Operational Security

Detailed analysis of results, remediation strategies, advanced report exploitation (CSV, PDF, HTML), task automation with the REST API, introduction to integration with SIEM processes and compliance (PCI-DSS, ISO 27001). Implementation of a recurring audit plan based on best practices and real-world experience feedback.

How Nessus skills are assessed

  • Daily hands-on exercises (analysis of real cases, installation, multi-site scans)
  • Final multiple-choice quiz to validate acquired knowledge and tool understanding

How the Nessus course is taught

  • Videoconference course with interactive exchanges
  • Hands-on practice on dedicated virtual machines
  • Case studies, experience sharing, detailed training materials
  • Access to additional resources (advanced tutorials, usage guides, FAQ)

Nessus training: access and practical arrangements

The Training: Mastering Nessus - Complete Network Security Audit program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training: Mastering Nessus - Complete Network Security Audit program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training: Mastering Nessus - Complete Network Security Audit program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your Nessus training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

Nessus: frequently asked questions

What can participants do after Training: Mastering Nessus training?+
They can install, configure, and get hands-on with the Nessus tool, plan, conduct, and analyze security audits with Nessus and understand the different types of vulnerabilities detected by Nessus. Those are the stated objectives of the Training: Mastering Nessus program at Intermediate level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Training: Mastering Nessus program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Discovery and Installation of Nessus. Day 2: Configuration, Scanning, and Policy Management. Day 3: In-Depth Analysis and Integration into Operational Security. The Training: Mastering Nessus program runs over 3 days, delivered on site.
How is Training: Mastering Nessus training assessed?+
Assessment relies on daily hands-on exercises (analysis of real cases, installation, multi-site scans) and final multiple-choice quiz to validate acquired knowledge and tool understanding. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Training: Mastering Nessus program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Training: Mastering Nessus training cost per participant?+
Training: Mastering Nessus training costs $3,465 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $6,290 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Training: Mastering Nessus training take?+
3 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Training: Mastering Nessus training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Training: Mastering Nessus training?+
Good understanding of computer networks and basic knowledge of computer security.
Is a certificate issued after Training: Mastering Nessus training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Training: Mastering Nessus training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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