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SUMMARY:C)CSO: Certified Cloud Security Officer
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis course will provide you something you will not find in other class! The Cloud is being widely adopted today for a diverse set of reasons. However\, many are finding that security in the cloud is a huge challenge. The C)CSO looks to fill the gap in cloud security education and give you the skills you need to develop strong cloud security. \nWhat makes this course powerful is the pairing of knowledge from leading cloud security authorities\, with practical lab exercises. You will leave the course with a solid understanding of the cloud stack having been introduced to many technologies used in the cloud. Whether you are implementing private cloud architecture or managing solutions from various vendors\, this course is for you. \n  \nObjectives\nUpon successful completion of this course\, students will: \n\nUnderstand Cloud security from a real-world viewpoint\nComprehend the industry security standards\nBe prepared to take the C)CSO exam\n\n  \nPre-Requisites\n\n12 months experience with virtualization technology or equivalent knowledge.\nGeneral understanding of cloud architectures\nMinimum 12 months experience with general security\n\n\n\n                \n                        \n                            Virtual - C)CSO: Certified Cloud Security Officer\n                             \n                        \n                        Attendee Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n								\n								05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								07/06/2026 - 07/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								09/14/2026 - 09/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								11/09/2026 - 11/13/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								11/16/2026 - 11/20/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n			\n					\n					Yes\n			\n			\n					\n					No\n			\n			\n					\n					Unknown\n			Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        \n                        \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: Mile2\nExam: Mile2 C)CSO\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF
URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/ccso-certified-cloud-security-officer-2/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development
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UID:9003-1778490000-1778864400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com
SUMMARY:CompTIA: Security+
DESCRIPTION:Description\nIf you intend to pass the CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-701) certification examination\, this course can be a significant part of your preparation. But certification is not the only key to professional success in the field of IT security. Today’s job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills\, and the information and activities in this course can help you build your cybersecurity skill set so that you can confidently perform your duties in any entry-level security role. \n  \nObjectives\nUpon successful completion of this course\, students will be able to: \n\nSummarize fundamental security concepts.\nCompare threat types.\nExplain appropriate cryptographic solutions.\nImplement identity and access management.\nSecure enterprise network architecture.\nSecure cloud network architecture.\nExplain resiliency and site security concepts.\nExplain vulnerability management.\nEvaluate network security capabilities.\nAssess endpoint security capabilities.\nEnhance application security capabilities.\nExplain incident response and monitoring concepts.\nAnalyze indicators of malicious activity\nSummarize security governance concepts.\nExplain risk management processes.\nSummarize data protection and compliance concepts\n\n  \nPre-Requisites\nTo ensure your success in this course\, you should have a minimum of two years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security\, hands-on experience with technical information security\, and a broad knowledge of security concepts. CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+\, or the equivalent knowledge\, is strongly recommended. \n\n                \n                        \n                            Virtual - CompTIA: Security+\n                             \n                        \n                        Attendee Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n								\n								04/13/2026 - 04/17/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								06/22/2026 - 06/26/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								07/20/2026 - 07/24/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								09/14/2026 - 09/18/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								11/02/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n			\n					\n					Yes\n			\n			\n					\n					No\n			\n			\n					\n					Unknown\n			Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        \n                        \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: CompTIA\nExam: CompTIA Security+\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF
URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/comptia-security-4/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development
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UID:8992-1778490000-1778864400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com
SUMMARY:CyberSec First Responder (CFR)
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis course covers network defense and incident response methods\, tactics\, and procedures that are in alignment with industry frameworks such as NIST 800-61r2 (Computer Security Incident Handling Guide)\, US-CERT’s National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP)\, and Presidential Policy Directive (PPD)-41 on Cyber Incident Coordination. It is ideal for candidates who have been tasked with the responsibility of monitoring and detecting security incidents in information systems and networks\, and for executing standardized responses to such incidents. The course introduces tools\, tactics\, and procedures to manage cybersecurity risks\, identify various types of common threats\, evaluate the organization’s security\, collect and analyze cybersecurity intelligence\, and remediate and report incidents as they occur. This course provides a comprehensive methodology for individuals responsible for defending the cybersecurity of their organization. \n  \nPre-Requisites\nTo ensure your success in this course\, you should meet the following requirements: \n\nAt least two years (recommended) of experience or education in computer network security technology or a related field.\nThe ability or curiosity to recognize information security vulnerabilities and threats in the context of risk management.\nFoundational knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in network environments. Safeguards include\, but are not limited to\, firewalls\, intrusion prevention systems\, and VPNs.\nGeneral knowledge of the concepts and operational framework of common assurance safeguards in computing environments. Safeguards include\, but are not limited to\, basic authentication and authorization\, resource permissions\, and anti-malware mechanisms.\nFoundation-level skills with some of the common operating systems for computing environments.\nEntry-level understanding of some of the common concepts for network environments\, such as routing and switching.\nGeneral or practical knowledge of major TCP/IP networking protocols\, including\, but not limited to\, TCP\, IP\, UDP\, DNS\, HTTP\, ARP\, ICMP\, and DHCP.\n\n\n                \n                        \n                            Virtual - CyberSec First Responder (CFR)\n                             \n                        \n                        Attendee Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n								\n								04/06/2026 - 04/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								06/15/2026 - 06/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								07/10/2026 - 07/14/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								08/24/2026 - 08/28/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								09/07/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								10/05/2026 - 10/09/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								11/30/2026 - 12/04/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								01/04/2027 - 01/08/2027 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n			\n					\n					Yes\n			\n			\n					\n					No\n			\n			\n					\n					Unknown\n			Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        \n                        \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: CertNexus\nExam: CFR\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF
URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/cybersec-first-responder-cfr-3/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development
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UID:9163-1778490000-1778864400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com
SUMMARY:MD-102T00: Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator
DESCRIPTION:Description\nIn this course\, students will learn to plan and execute an endpoint deployment strategy using contemporary deployment techniques and implementing update strategies. The course introduces essential elements of modern management\, co-management approaches\, and Microsoft Intune integration. It covers app deployment\, management of browser-based applications\, and key security concepts such as authentication\, identities\, access\, and compliance policies. Technologies like Azure Active Directory\, Azure Information Protection\, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint are explored to protect devices and data. \n  \nObjectives\n\nExplain the enterprise desktop life-cycle model.\nSelect the most suitable Windows device for your needs.\nUse Windows PowerShell cmdlets to manage Azure AD.\nManage devices joined to Azure AD.\nDeploy the Configuration Manager client.\nConfigure Microsoft Intune for automatic enrollment.\nAnd so much more!\n\n  \nPre-Requisites\nThe Modern Desktop Administrator must be familiar with M365 workloads and must have strong skills and experience of deploying\, configuring\, and maintaining Windows 11 and later\, and non-Windows devices. \n\n                \n                        \n                            Virtual - MD-102T00: Microsoft 365 Endpoint Administrator\n                             \n                        \n                        Attendee Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n								\n								04/06/2026 - 04/10/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								07/13/2026 - 07/17/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								09/07/2026 - 09/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								11/02/2026 - 11/06/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n			\n					\n					Yes\n			\n			\n					\n					No\n			\n			\n					\n					Unknown\n			Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        \n                        \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: Microsoft\nExam: MD-102: Endpoint Administrator\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF
URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/md-102t00-microsoft-365-endpoint-administrator-4/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development
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CREATED:20260320T133229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T170203Z
UID:9035-1778493600-1778868000@geaugagrowthpartnership.com
SUMMARY:Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThe Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR) v1.0 course helps you prepare for the Cisco® CCNP® Data Center and CCIE® Data Center certifications for advanced-level data center roles. In this course\, you will master the skills and technologies you need to implement data center compute\, LAN and SAN infrastructure. You will also learn the essentials of automation and security in data centers. You will gain hands-on experience deploying\, securing\, operating\, and maintaining Cisco data center infrastructure including: Cisco MDS Switches and Cisco Nexus Switches; Cisco Unified Computing System™ (Cisco UCS®) B-Series Blade Servers\, and Cisco UCS C-Series Rack Servers. \nThis course\, including the self-paced material\, helps prepare you to take the exam: 350-601 Implementing Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR) \n  \nObjectives\nAfter taking this course\, you should be able to: \n\nImplement routing and switching protocols in Data Center environment\nImplement overlay networks in data center\nIntroduce high-level Cisco Application Centric Infrastructure (Cisco ACI™) concepts and Cisco Virtual Machine manager (VMM) domain integration\nDescribe Cisco Cloud Service and deployment models\nImplement Fibre Channel fabric\nImplement Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) unified fabric\nImplement security features in data center\nImplement software management and infrastructure monitoring\nImplement Cisco UCS Fabric Interconnect and Server abstraction\nImplement SAN connectivity for Cisco Unified Computing System™ (Cisco UCS®)\nDescribe Cisco HyperFlex™ infrastructure concepts and benefits\nImplement Cisco automation and scripting tools in data center\nEvaluate automation and orchestration technologies\n\n  \nPre-Requisites\nTo fully benefit from this course\, you should have the following knowledge and skills: \n\nFamiliarity with Ethernet and TCP/IP networking\nFamiliarity with SANs\nFamiliarity with Fibre Channel protocol\nIdentify products in the Cisco Data Center Nexus and Cisco MDS families\nUnderstanding of Cisco Enterprise Data Center architecture\nUnderstanding of server system design and architecture\nFamiliarity with hypervisor technologies (such as VMware)\n\nThese Cisco courses are recommended to help you meet these prerequisites: \n\nImplementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)\nUnderstanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU)\n\n\n                \n                        \n                            Virtual - Implementing and Operating Cisco Data Center Core Technologies (DCCOR)\n                             \n                        \n                        Attendee Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n								\n								05/11/2026 - 05/15/2026 | 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM\n							Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n			\n					\n					Yes\n			\n			\n					\n					No\n			\n			\n					\n					Unknown\n			Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        \n                        \n\nCourse Details\nBrand: Cisco\nExam: DCCOR\nCEU Credits: 3.5\nCourse Hours: 35\nNumber of Days: 5\nCourse PDF
URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/implementing-and-operating-cisco-data-center-core-technologies-dccor-2/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Workforce Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000
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CREATED:20260316T152825Z
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UID:8985-1778835600-1778864400@geaugagrowthpartnership.com
SUMMARY:Virtual – Excel 365 Level 2
DESCRIPTION:5/15/2026 from 09:00 AM – 5:00:00 PM \nSimple Description: Take Excel 365 to the next level with multiple worksheets\, charts\, and advanced formatting. \nGreat For: Intermediate Excel users\, business professionals managing complex data. \nFull description: In this course\, you will cover how to work with large worksheets in Microsoft Excel 365\, and use multiple worksheets and workbooks efficiently. You will sort and filter data\, use conditional formatting\, and create and format tables and charts. You will learn how to protect worksheets and files\, as well as referring to data in other workbooks through 3D formulas. Finally\, you will create names\, customize a template\, and work with comments and graphics. \nPrerequesites:\nTo ensure success\, students should have completed Microsoft® Excel® for Office 365™ (Desktop or Online): Part 1 or have the equivalent knowledge and experience. \nCourse price: $289.00 \n\n                \n                        \n                            Virtual - Excel Level 2\n                             \n                        \n                        Attendee Name(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    First\n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                    \n                                                    Last\n                                                \n                            \n                        Company Name(Required)Email(Required)\n                            \n                        Phone(Required)Select class registration (select one class):(Required)\n								\n								Excel 365 Level 2 | 02/19/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								Excel 365 Level 2 | 03/11/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							\n								\n								Excel 365 Level 2 | 05/15/2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM\n							Are you a GGP Member?(Required)\n			\n					\n					Yes\n			\n			\n					\n					No\n			\n			\n					\n					Unknown\n			Comments - Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for GGP? Ask away!CAPTCHA\n          \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n            \n        \n                        \n                        \n \nPlease contact the Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) office if you have any questions.\n440-564-1060 or info@geaugagrowth.com.  \nThis course is TechCred eligible for reimbursement! Learn more and see if you qualify by clicking here: FAQ | TechCred \nRegistration closes one week before the class date. If you’re interested in registering within a week of the class\, please contact a member of the Geauga Growth Partnership team for availability. Contact information: 440-564-1060 | info@geaugagrowth.com  \nGeauga Growth Partnership Board of Directors is dedicated to providing a positive and respectful environment for all event and training participants. GGP employees\, members\, guests of members\, attendees\, speakers\, sponsors\, and volunteers are expected to observe high standards of behavior and personal ethics in their conduct at any GGP event or training.  \nAnyone engaging in inappropriate behavior during these events or trainings will be asked by a GGP representative to discontinue the offensive behavior immediately. Should the behavior continue or if the behavior is deemed severe enough\, the individual(s) will be removed from the event or training (without a refund) and may be denied entry to future events or trainings.  \n 
URL:https://geaugagrowthpartnership.com/event/virtual-excel-365-level-2-7/
LOCATION:OH
CATEGORIES:All GGP Events,Virtual Training,Workforce Development
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