Training VLAN - Mastering Secure Network Segmentation

On quote$4,620

  • 4 days
  • Onsite
  • 10 people max.
Ref: NXU342
10 people max.
On quote$4,620
In-company rate: on quotefrom $7,865 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
4 days
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Why this program matters

  • Without VLAN mastery, enterprise networks suffer excessive broadcasts, causing slowdowns of up to 50% in performance according to Cisco.

  • Security breaches surge, with 75% of incidents tied to poor segmentation (Verizon DBIR 2023 report), resulting in average financial losses of 150 000€ per attack.

  • Administrators stagnate professionally, losing DevOps opportunities.

  • Companies risk critical outages, hurting productivity.

  • Invest in this training to secure your infrastructure and advance your career today.

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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Learning objectives

  • Master VLAN configuration in a professional certifying context
  • Develop advanced network segmentation skills for the enterprise
  • Design secure and performant VLAN architectures
  • Optimize network flows via VLAN trunking and inter-VLAN routing
  • Implement VLANs with Cisco tools for rapid deployments
  • Manage VLAN protocols in practical training tailored to professional needs

Program

Module 1VLAN Fundamentals: IEEE 802.1Q Principles and VLAN Creation (Cisco IOS, Practical Workshops)

Discover advanced VLAN basics, configure your first VLANs on Cisco switches via the IOS interface, perform practical exercises in logical segmentation, test VLAN creation and deletion with real-time validation, analyze impacts on broadcast traffic, produce an initial network diagram as a concrete deliverable to consolidate your professional skills.

Module 2Advanced VLAN Configuration: Trunking and VTP (Cisco Tools, Business Cases)

Dive into 802.1Q and ISL trunking, configure secure trunk ports on real Cisco equipment, implement VTP for dynamic VLAN propagation, simulate enterprise scenarios with VLAN collisions, perform interactive troubleshooting, generate optimized configuration reports, integrate best practices for smooth production deployment.

Module 3Inter-VLAN Routing and VLAN Security: Protocols and Firewalls (Cisco Routers, Secure Exercises)

Master inter-VLAN routing via router-on-a-stick and SVI, configure ACLs to secure sensitive VLANs, test simulated attacks and PVLAN protections, deploy private VLANs on complex topologies, analyze performance with Wireshark, produce a detailed VLAN security plan, apply concrete business cases for certifying expertise.

Module 4VLAN Optimization and Troubleshooting: Monitoring and Best Practices (PRTG Tools, Final Projects)

Optimize VLANs for high availability, implement per-VLAN spanning-tree, diagnose failures with advanced Cisco commands, monitor via PRTG and SNMP, resolve complex team scenarios, finalize a complete scalable VLAN architecture project, receive personalized feedback and certificates to enhance your enterprise skills.

Evaluation method

  • Daily technical quizzes on VLANs and protocols
  • Practical evaluations via supervised labs on Cisco equipment
  • Final project: design and implementation of a secure VLAN network

Learning method

  • Intensive hands-on practice on real Cisco switches and routers
  • Case studies from leading French companies
  • Interactive methods with live demos and guided labs
  • Digital materials accessible for 6 months post-training

Methods, materials and delivery

The Training VLAN - Mastering Secure Network Segmentation 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 VLAN - Mastering Secure Network Segmentation 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 VLAN - Mastering Secure Network Segmentation 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

Training quality, guaranteed at every step

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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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.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which tools are used in VLAN training?+
Hands-on work runs on cisco IOS, practical Workshops, cisco Tools, business Cases, cisco Routers and secure Exercises. Those tools come from the VLAN program itself, delivered on site over 4 days, so participants practise on the stack they will use at work.
What can participants do after VLAN training?+
They can master VLAN configuration in a professional certifying context, develop advanced network segmentation skills for the enterprise and design secure and performant VLAN architectures. Those are the stated objectives of the VLAN program at Intermediate level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the VLAN program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: VLAN Fundamentals: IEEE 802.1Q Principles and VLAN Creation (Cisco IOS, Practical Workshops). Day 2: Advanced VLAN Configuration: Trunking and VTP (Cisco Tools, Business Cases). Day 3: Inter-VLAN Routing and VLAN Security: Protocols and Firewalls (Cisco Routers, Secure Exercises). Day 4: VLAN Optimization and Troubleshooting: Monitoring and Best Practices (PRTG Tools, Final Projects). The VLAN program runs over 4 days, delivered on site.
How is VLAN training assessed?+
Assessment relies on daily technical quizzes on VLANs and protocols, practical evaluations via supervised labs on Cisco equipment and final project: design and implementation of a secure VLAN network. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the VLAN program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does VLAN training cost per participant?+
VLAN training is priced on quote. The amount depends on headcount, format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team. A detailed quote is sent within one business day, and team pricing covers the whole group from the second participant.
How long does VLAN training take?+
4 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 VLAN 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 VLAN training?+
Basic knowledge of TCP/IP and Ethernet switching, practical experience with Cisco switches or equivalents, fundamental routing concepts.
Is a certificate issued after VLAN 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.
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