Cloud Security Fundamentals

Security Operations and Risk Protection October 25, 2025
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Introduction

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to cloud security principles, architectures, and best practices for protecting data and applications in cloud environments. Participants will learn about shared responsibility models, cloud-specific threats, and security controls across major cloud service providers. The curriculum covers identity and access management, data protection, network security, and compliance considerations in cloud contexts. Through practical examples and configuration exercises, attendees will develop the foundational knowledge needed to secure cloud deployments effectively. This course emphasizes the unique security challenges and opportunities presented by cloud computing technologies.

Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand cloud computing models and deployment architectures
  • Apply the shared responsibility model to security planning
  • Implement identity and access management in cloud environments
  • Design and implement data protection strategies for cloud
  • Configure network security controls in cloud platforms
  • Manage cloud security monitoring and logging
  • Address compliance and legal requirements in cloud
  • Develop cloud security governance frameworks
  • Evaluate cloud service provider security capabilities
  • Implement incident response for cloud environments

Target Audience

  • Cloud Security Architects
  • IT Security Professionals
  • Cloud Administrators and Engineers
  • System Administrators
  • DevOps Engineers
  • Information Security Analysts
  • IT Auditors

Methodology

  • Hands-on cloud platform exercises
  • Security configuration workshops
  • Case studies of cloud security breaches
  • Group discussions on shared responsibility
  • IAM policy development exercises
  • Cloud security assessment activities

Personal Impact

  • Enhanced understanding of cloud security principles
  • Improved technical configuration skills
  • Stronger risk assessment capabilities
  • Increased confidence in cloud security decisions
  • Better understanding of compliance requirements
  • Enhanced problem-solving in cloud contexts

Organizational Impact

  • Improved cloud security posture and compliance
  • Reduced risk of data breaches in cloud environments
  • Better cost control through proper security configurations
  • Enhanced customer trust in cloud services
  • Streamlined security operations in hybrid environments
  • Continuous security monitoring and improvement

Course Outline

Cloud Security Foundations

Cloud Concepts and Models
  • Cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
  • Cloud deployment models (public, private, hybrid)
  • Shared responsibility model explained
  • Cloud security challenges and benefits
Cloud Governance
  • Cloud security policy development
  • Risk management in cloud environments
  • Compliance frameworks (ISO 27017, CSA STAR)
  • Cloud security governance structures

Identity and Access Management

IAM Fundamentals
  • Cloud identity providers and federation
  • Multi-factor authentication implementation
  • Role-based access control (RBAC)
  • Privileged access management
Advanced IAM
  • Identity federation and single sign-on
  • Service accounts and key management
  • Just-in-time access controls
  • IAM monitoring and auditing

Data Protection in Cloud

Data Security
  • Data classification in cloud environments
  • Encryption strategies for data at rest and in transit
  • Key management services and best practices
  • Data loss prevention in cloud
Data Governance
  • Data residency and sovereignty considerations
  • Backup and recovery strategies
  • Data retention and destruction policies
  • Database security in cloud platforms

Cloud Network Security

Network Architecture
  • Virtual private cloud (VPC) design
  • Network segmentation strategies
  • Firewall and security group configuration
  • Load balancer security
Network Protection
  • Web application firewall (WAF) implementation
  • DDoS protection services
  • Network monitoring and intrusion detection
  • VPN and direct connect security

Cloud Platform Security

Compute Security
  • Virtual machine security hardening
  • Container security best practices
  • Serverless security considerations
  • OS and application patching strategies
Storage Security
  • Object storage security configurations
  • Block and file storage protection
  • Storage access controls and policies
  • Storage encryption implementation

Monitoring and Compliance

Security Monitoring
  • Cloud security monitoring tools
  • Log management and analysis
  • Security information and event management
  • Threat detection services
Compliance and Auditing
  • Cloud compliance frameworks
  • Security assessment tools
  • Audit trail configuration
  • Continuous compliance monitoring

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