- Cloud Security
CLS101: Fundamentals of Cloud Security
Get a practical grounding in cloud security basics, from models and governance to threats, incident response, and trends.
- Fundamentals
- In-person
Course at a glance
Building a Strong Foundation in Cloud Security
This one-day course introduces you to the rapidly evolving world of cloud computing and security, giving you the skills and insight to support cloud security initiatives in any organisation. Youโll explore key concepts and deployment models, the fundamentals of cloud security, and the role of the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) in shaping best practice. Through real-world case studies and hands-on demonstrations using Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the most widely used cloud platforms, youโll gain practical experience in security controls, compliance, and incident response, preparing you to assist organisations migrating to or optimising their cloud environments.
Whoโs this course for?
Ideal for IT professionals, managers, and business users new to cloud computing. If you’re part of a migration team, overseeing cloud adoption, or starting your cloud security journey, this course is your foundation.
Modules
Get to grips with the core concepts, service models, and deployment approaches that underpin modern cloud environments.
- What is Cloud Computing?
- Cloud Service Models
- Cloud Deployment Models
Understand the unique security challenges of the cloud, including the threat landscape, principles, and shared responsibility model.
- Cloud Threat Landscape
- Cloud Security Principles
- Shared Responsibility Model
Learn about the global body shaping best practice for cloud security and its key resources.
- Introduction to Cloud Security Alliance (CSA)
Analyse a real-world cloud security breach to identify vulnerabilities and lessons learned.
- Case Study โ Analysing Cloud Security Breach (Group Activity)
Explore essential security controls that help protect cloud systems and data.
- Core Security Controls
Get hands-on with identity and access management using AWS tools.
- AWS Identity and Access Management (Tool Demo)
Learn how to configure and manage security groups effectively in AWS.
- Managing Amazon Security Groups (Tool Demo)
Understand how legal frameworks, contracts, and audits impact cloud security governance.
- Legal Frameworks Governing Data Protection and Privacy
- Contracts and Provider On-boarding
- Auditing and Reporting
Plan and execute incident response strategies to ensure continuity in cloud-based systems.
- Ensuring Continuity and Recovery with a Cloud Provider
- Managing Cloud Provider Outages
Explore a successful secure cloud implementation and the steps behind it.
- Case Study โ Secure Cloud Implementation (Group Activity)
Discover current and future developments in cloud security and their implications for organisations.
- Emerging Trends in Cloud Security
Learn how the STAR Registry supports transparency and trust in cloud security providers.
- Introduction to CSA STAR Registry
- Exploring CSA STAR Registry
Hands-on Training
Experience real tools and techniques with guided demos and interactive group learning.
How will you learn?
Youโll learn through a mix of short, focused presentations, real-world case studies, and practical group activities. Hands-on demonstrations in a live cloud environment will help you see security concepts in action, without requiring prior technical expertise. Interactive discussions and guided exercises will make sure you can apply what youโve learned to your own organisationโs cloud security needs.
Prerequisites
None. This is the perfect starting point for anyone wanting to understand or strengthen cloud security fundamentals.
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