CSA CCSK Foundation (Cloud Computing Security Knowledge) Instructor-led LIVE Online Training - 2 Days
- Training is conducted by CSA Delaware Valley Chapter
- Training is provided by a certified CSA Instructor
- Training includes 2 FREE attempts to take the CSA CCSK exam (usually $399)
As organizations migrate to the cloud, they need information security professionals who are cloud savvy. The CCSK certificate is widely recognized as the standard of expertise for cloud security, and gives you a cohesive and vendor-neutral understanding of how to secure data in the cloud. The CCSK credential is the foundation to prepare you to earn additional cloud credentials.
Course Outline:
This course is broken out into 6 modules that cover the 14 domains of the CSA Guidance and the ENISA Cloud Computing: Benefits, Risks and Recommendations for Information Security.
Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing. This module covers the fundamentals of cloud computing, including definitions, architectures, and the role of virtualization. Key topics include cloud computing service models, delivery models, and fundamental characteristics. It also introduces the Shared Responsibilities Model and a framework for approaching cloud security.
Module 2: Infrastructure Security for Cloud Computing. This modules digs into the details of securing the core infrastructure for cloud computing- including cloud components, networks, management interfaces, and administrator credentials. It delves into virtual networking and workload security, including the basics of containers and serverless.
Module 3: Managing Cloud Security and Risk. This module covers important considerations for managing security for cloud computing. It begins with risk assessment and governance, then covers legal and compliance issues, such as discovery requirements in the cloud. It also covers important CSA risk tools including the CAIQ, CCM, and STAR registry.
Module 4: Data Security for Cloud Computing. One of the biggest issues in cloud security is protecting data. This module covers information lifecycle management for the cloud and how to apply security controls, with an emphasis on public cloud. Topics include the Data Security Lifecycle, cloud storage models, data security issues with different delivery models, and managing encryption in and for the cloud, including customer managed keys (BYOK).
Module 5: Application Security and Identity Management for Cloud Computing. This module covers identity management and application security for cloud deployments. Topics include federated identity and different IAM applications, secure development, and managing application security in and for the cloud.
Module 6: Cloud Security Operations. This module covers key considerations when evaluating, selecting, and managing cloud computing providers. We also discuss the role of Security as a Service providers and the impact of cloud on Incident Response.
*Cancellation charges may apply
*If minimum enrollment is not met, the course may be combined with another session
WHO WE ARE:
Cloud Security Alliance Delaware Valley Chapter (CSA-DV) is a not-for-profit organization for people interested in education, training and possible certification in cloud security. We seek to improve the understanding of cloud security and to promote the interaction of both professionals and students in order to discuss current trends and topics within the industry.
ABOUT INSTRUCTOR: Vana Khurana, Certified CCSK Trainer
Vana Khurana is a Cloud Security Architect in a leading financial firm. She volunteers as a Board Member and Director of Training at Cloud Security Alliance Delaware Valley Chapter. In addition, she is a speaker, a mentor, influencer and Professor Adjunct at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Vana has authored a book “Does Business of IT Need a Process?” She holds CCSK, CCSP, CISSP, GSEC, GCFE, AWS Architect Associate, and TOGAF certifications. She loves the economy and growth of the public cloud and its contribution to the world!