Hands-On Learning for SSL/TLS Configuration, Debugging & Best Practices

What you'll learn

By the end of this course, students will have a solid foundation and practical expertise in SSL/TLS—from fundamentals to advanced real-world configurations.

What is SSL/TLS, why it is needed, and how it ensures secure communication

Difference between SSL and TLS (1.0, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3)

Understanding Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and X.509 certificates

Encryption vs. decryption, symmetric vs. asymmetric cryptography

SSL handshake process in detail (step by step)

Self-signed vs. CA-signed certificates

Root, Intermediate, and Server certificates

Understanding Java Keystores (JKS, PKCS12, CMS)

Managing certificates with keytool, ikeyman, ikeycmd, gskcmd, gskcapicmd, and OpenSSL

WebSphere Application Server: SSL setup on IHS, Plugins & WAS

WebLogic Server: Configuring keystores, certificates, and enabling HTTPS

JBoss EAP: Configure SSL in standalone and domain modes

Requirements

Basic IT / Networking Knowledge

Fundamentals of Application Servers (Optional but Helpful)

Enthusiasm to Learn SSL/TLS from Scratch

Familiarity with Linux/Windows Command Line

Description

By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To:Create CSR, key pairs, and keystores in different formatsConfigure SSL/TLS on WebSphere, WebLogic, IHS, Plugins, and JBoss (Standalone & Domain modes)Understand and analyze the SSL/TLS handshake process in depthConfidently implement and troubleshoot SSL/TLS in real-world enterprise environmentsThis course is designed to take you on a step-by-step journey from the very basics to advanced concepts of SSL/TLS. Whether you're a beginner curious about how HTTPS works, or an experienced professional looking to master certificates, ciphers, and advanced configurations, this course equips you with the knowledge and hands-on skills you need.What You'll Learn:Foundations of SSL/TLSWhat SSL/TLS is, why it matters, and how it worksThe handshake process and encryption fundamentalsCertificates & Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)Understanding digital certificates, CAs, and trust chainsSelf-signed vs CA-signed certificatesCertificate installation and managementConfiguration & ImplementationSetting up SSL/TLS in Apache, Nginx, and other serversEnabling strong ciphers and protocolsTesting and troubleshooting SSL/TLS configurationsAdvanced TopicsPerfect Forward Secrecy (PFS)TLS 1.3 and modern cryptographic practicesWho This Course Is For:Beginners who want to understand web security from scratchDevelopers & Sysadmins looking to configure SSL/TLS securelySecurity professionals aiming to deep dive into encryption protocolsAnyone preparing for cybersecurity certifications

Overview

Section 1: SSL Foundation: What is SSL, Why SSL, How it works

Lecture 1 What is covered in SSL Master Class - End to End

Lecture 2 Coverage in Practical - OpenSSL, GSKcmd, Keytool, ikeyman, ikeycmd, keystore Exp

Lecture 3 Understanding How HTTPS & Certificates Work - Client & Server

Lecture 4 Understanding - CAs, Certificate Chain or Bundle, Client Validation

Lecture 5 Encryption, Key Pair - How it works

Lecture 6 RSA Algorithms & SHA - Use Cases

Lecture 7 TLS/SSL Handshake - Understanding Step by Step

Lecture 8 Understanding Cipher - Cipher Suites - Vulnerabilities

Lecture 9 TLS 1.3 Handshake - Why it's Faster & Secure

Section 2: Practical LAB Sessions - OpenSSL, GSKcmd, Keytool - Utilities

Lecture 10 LAB Create .kdb - using gskcmd, extract public & private keys

Lecture 11 LAB OpenSSL Commands - Creating Key Pair, CSR - pfx & java KeyStores

Lecture 12 LAB Converting p12 to jks & Keytool Commands

Lecture 13 LAB Types of Keystores and WildCard Certificate

Section 3: SSL Configuration on - WebSphere, IHS & Plugins & Certificate Renewal

Lecture 14 LAB SSL Configuration on IBM Http Server

Lecture 15 LAB SSL Configuration On WebSphere App Server

Lecture 16 LAB SSL Configuration on WebSphere Plugins

Lecture 17 LAB Certificate Renewal on WebSphere

Section 4: SSL Configuration on - WebLogic - Admin & Managed Servers AND Cert Renewal

Lecture 18 LAB Keytool Command - SSL Configuration on WebLogic Servers

Lecture 19 LAB Keytool - Certificate Renewal & Common SSL Issues

Section 5: SSL Configuration on - Jboss - Standalone & Domain Modes

Lecture 20 LAB SSL Configuration on Jboss - Standalone Mode

Lecture 21 LAB SSL Configuration on Jboss - Domain Mode

Lecture 22 LAB Set Up Domain Mode & SSL Configuration On Slave Host

Section 6: Certificate Revocation Validation, Q&A, Conclusion

Lecture 23 Certifiicate Revocation Validation - CRL, OSCP, OSCP Stapling

Lecture 24 Questions & Answers

Lecture 25 Conclusion

Students & Beginners in Cybersecurity / Middleware,System Administrators & Middleware Administrators,IT Security Professionals,Developers & DevOps Engineers,Support Engineers (L1, L2, L3)