Course Description:

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Cloud Security, covering essential concepts, best practices, and strategies for securing cloud environments. Students will learn about cloud architecture, data protection, identity and access management, compliance, and incident response in the context of cloud computing.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the fundamentals of cloud computing and its security implications.
2. Identify common security threats and vulnerabilities in cloud environments.
3. Implement security controls to protect cloud data and resources.
4. Manage identities and access in cloud services securely.
5. Ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards in cloud security.
6. Develop incident response plans for cloud security incidents.

Course Modules:

1. Introduction to Cloud Security

o Overview of cloud computing models o Shared responsibility model in cloud security o Security challenges and considerations in cloud environments

2. Cloud Architecture and Data Protection

o Cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) o Data encryption and key management in the cloud

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o Backup and disaster recovery strategies for cloud data

3. Identity and Access Management (IAM) in the Cloud

o Role-based access control (RBAC) in cloud services o Multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO) o Identity federation and directory services integration

4. Compliance and Governance in the Cloud

o Regulatory requirements in cloud security (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) o Cloud security best practices and frameworks (e.g., CSA, CIS) o Auditing and monitoring cloud environments for compliance

5. Security Incident Response in the Cloud

o Incident detection and classification in cloud services o Incident response planning and coordination o Forensics and evidence collection in cloud security incidents

6. Emerging Trends in Cloud Security

o Serverless security and container security o Zero trust architecture in cloud environments o Cloud-native security tools and technologies

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Day 1 Day 2 Day 3

09.00am-10.00am Session 1 Session 3 Session 5

10.00am-10.15am Morning tea break Morning tea break Morning tea break

10.15am-12.00pm Session 1 Session 3 Session 5

12.00pm- 01.00pm Lunch Lunch Lunch

01.00pm- 03.00pm Session 2 Session 4 Session 6

03.00pm- 03.15pm Afternoon tea break Afternoon tea break Afternoon tea break

03.15pm- 05.00pm Session 2 Session 4 Session 6

**The training schedule may change depending on the progress of the class

Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.