SGNOG-APNIC SGNOG 13 – Network Security Workshop
SGNOG-APNIC WORKSHOP
SGNOG 13 - Network Security Workshop
Date : Thurs, 8 Oct – Fri, 9 Oct 2026
Time : 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM SGT (UTC +8)
Venue : SMU School of Economics
Level 2 Seminar Room 3.10
90 Stamford Road
Singapore 178903
Synopsis
This comprehensive Network Security workshop provides essential knowledge and practical skills for safeguarding modern network infrastructures. The course covers critical aspects of network security, blending theoretical concepts with hands-on application.
Participants will explore key topics including cryptography fundamentals, VPNs, access control mechanisms, packet analysis, DDoS mitigation strategies, intrusion detection systems, and routing security including RPKI. Through a combination of expert instruction and practical lab exercises, attendees will learn to identify vulnerabilities, architect secure networks, and implement effective monitoring solutions.
By the end of this workshop, participants will be well-equipped to address the complex challenges of network security in their organizations, armed with both the understanding and practical skills to enhance their network’s defenses against evolving threats.
Target audience
Network and System Engineers and IT Managers who are interested in security practices and want to gain an understanding of network and cyber security.
Ideal participants have a basic understanding of networking concepts and are looking to enhance their knowledge of network and cybersecurity practices.
Pre-requisites
It is assumed that participants have a basic understanding of network operations, Internet technologies, OSI reference model and TCP/IP. In particular, you should be able to:
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Use a command line interface to configure routers, switches and servers.
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Basic Linux command line (CLI) skills.
- Use the vi or nano or any other text editor for Linux
In addition, below Apnic academy resources is to be completed before start of workshop.
Course Outline
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Network Security Fundamentals
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Cryptography
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Infrastructure Security
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DDoS Attacks and Countermeasures
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Honeypots and Honeynet
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Packet Analysis
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Intrusion Detection with Suricata
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Flow Monitoring & Log Management
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BGP Operational Security
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Routing Security with RPKI
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IPv6 Security Considerations
Participant Requirements
Participants are advised to bring their own laptop or desktop computers with high-speed internet access and administrative access to system. It is also recommended that computers have Intel i5 or i7 processor, >=8GB of RAM and 30GB of free hard disk space.
Software: SSH Client, Telnet Client (PuTTy)
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Confirm Secure SHell (SSH) is allowed from the office or home network to access the lab infrastructure. Test SSH connectivity, try to connect to route-views.routeviews.org. For example, from the CLI type: ssh rviews@route-views.routeviews.org
Seo Boon Ng
Community Trainer
Seo Boon Ng is a technical leader at Cisco Systems Inc. He has over 20 years of experience in data networking industry and currently works for the Customer Experience Organization at Cisco Systems Inc. Seo’s primary role is providing consulting services to large Telco customers and occasionally serves as the escalation engineer for complex networking issues. He is also an advocate of open source software and is an avid Linux user.
Makito Lay
Network Analyst / Technical Trainer
Makito has 18 years experience in ISP and Telecom industry, focusing on building technology solutions for service provider IP core, broadband access and datacenter networks. His expertise includes Routing & Switching technologies, IPv6, MPLS and ISP services. Makito is a founding member of Cambodia Network Operators Group (KHNOG) and currently serves as the Co-Chair of the KHNOG Executive Committee. Previously he was a retained community trainer in Cambodia for APNIC.