"Junos(R) Security" is the complete and authorized introduction to the new Juniper Networks SRX hardware series. This book not only provides a practical, hands-on field guide to deploying, configuring, and operating SRX, it also serves as a reference to help you prepare for any of the Junos Security Certification examinations offered by Juniper Networks.

Network administrators and security professionals will learn how to use SRX Junos services gateways to address an array of enterprise data network requirements -- including IP routing, intrusion detection, attack mitigation, unified threat management, and WAN acceleration. "Junos Security" is a clear and detailed roadmap to the SRX platform. The author's newer book, "Juniper SRX Series," covers the SRX devices themselves.Get up to speed on Juniper's multi-function SRX platforms and SRX Junos softwareExplore case studies and troubleshooting tips from engineers with extensive SRX experienceBecome familiar with SRX security policy, Network Address Translation, and IPSec VPN configurationLearn about routing fundamentals and high availability with SRX platformsDiscover what sets SRX apart from typical firewallsUnderstand the operating system that spans the entire Juniper Networks networking hardware portfolioLearn about the more commonly deployed branch series SRX as well as the large Data Center SRX firewalls

"I know these authors well. They are out there in the field applying the SRX's industry-leading network security to real world customers everyday. You could not learn from a more talented team of security engineers."--Mark Bauhaus, EVP and General Manager, Juniper Networks

This complete field guide, authorized by Juniper Networks, is the perfect hands-on reference for deploying, configuring, and operating Juniper's SRX Series networking device. Authors Brad Woodberg and Rob Cameron provide field-tested best practices for getting the most out of SRX deployments, based on their extensive field experience.

While their earlier book, "Junos Security," covered the SRX platform, this book focuses on the SRX Series devices themselves. You'll learn how to use SRX gateways to address an array of network requirements--including IP routing, intrusion detection, attack mitigation, unified threat management, and WAN acceleration. Along with case studies and troubleshooting tips, each chapter provides study questions and lots of useful illustrations.Explore SRX components, platforms, and various deployment scenariosLearn best practices for configuring SRX's core networking featuresLeverage SRX system services to attain the best operational stateDeploy SRX in transparent mode to act as a Layer 2 bridgeConfigure, troubleshoot, and deploy SRX in a highly available mannerDesign and configure an effective security policy in your networkImplement and configure network address translation (NAT) typesProvide security against deep threats with AppSecure, intrusion protection services, and unified threat management tools