Certification of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK Plus) on AWS

Course 1201

Duration: 3 days
Labs: Yes
Exam Voucher: Yes
Language: English
Level: Intermediate

The Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK) enables everyone, from information security experts and CEOs, to department managers and technical sales teams, the ability to utilize cloud services more securely and speak with confidence about cloud security concerns.

The CCSK gives a broad overview of cloud security and allows you to gain critical insights into issues such as data security, key management and identity and access management.

CCSK Plus AWS Training Delivery Methods

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CCSK Plus AWS Training Information

In this course, you will:

Understand Cloud Security Fundamentals.
Apply Security Best Practices in AWS.
Mitigate Cloud Security Risks.
Navigate Cloud Compliance Requirements.
Secure Advanced AWS Architectures.
Conduct Risk Assessments and Incident Response in AWS.
Prepare for the CCSK Certification Exam.
Integrate CSA CCSK Knowledge with AWS Capabilities.

Training Prerequisites

No official work experience is needed, but it is beneficial for attendees to grasp security basics like firewalls, secure development, encryption, and identity & access management.

Certification Information

Exam Format:

Open Book
Duration: 90 Minutes
Questions: 60 Multiple Choice
Passing Score: 80%

CCSK Plus AWS Training Outline

Module 1. Cloud Architecture

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.

Topics Covered:

Unit 1 - Introduction to Cloud Computing
Unit 2- Introduction & Cloud Architecture
Unit 3 - Cloud Essential Characteristics
Unit 4 - Cloud Service Models
Unit 5 - Cloud Deployment Models
Unit 6 - Shared Responsibilities

Module 2. Infrastructure Security for Cloud

Delves 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.

Topics Covered:

Unit 1 - Module Intro
Unit 2 - Intro to Infrastructure Security for Cloud Computing
Unit 3 - Software Defined Networks
Unit 4 - Cloud Network Security
Unit 5 - Securing Compute Workloads
Unit 6 - Management Plane Security
Unit 7 - BCDR

Module 3. Managing Cloud Security and Risk

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.

Topics Covered:

Unit 1 - Module Introduction
Unit 2 - Governance
Unit 3 - Managing Cloud Security Risk
Unit 4 - Legal
Unit 5 - Legal Issues In Cloud
Unit 6 - Compliance
Unit 7 - Audit
Unit 8 - CSA Tools

Module 4. Data Security for Cloud Computing

Covers information lifecycle management for the cloud and how to apply security controls, with an emphasis on the 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).

Topics Covered:

Unit 1 - Module Introduction
Unit 2 - Cloud Data Storage
Unit 3 - Securing Data In The Cloud
Unit 4 - Encryption For IaaS
Unit 5 - Encryption For PaaS & SaaS
Unit 6 - Encryption Key Management
Unit 7 - Other Data Security Options
Unit 8 - Data Security Lifecycle

Module 5. Application Security and Identity Management for Cloud Computing

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.

Topics Covered:

Unit 1 - Module Introduction
Unit 2 - Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SSDLC)
Unit 3 - Testing & Assessment
Unit 4 - DevOps
Unit 5 - Secure Operations
Unit 6 - Identity & Access Management Definitions
Unit 7 - IAM Standards
Unit 8 - IAM In Practice

Module 6. Cloud Security Operations

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.

Topics Covered:

Unit 1 - Module Introduction
Unit 2 - Selecting A Cloud Provider
Unit 3 - SECaaS Fundamentals
Unit 4 - SECaaS Categories
Unit 5 - Incident Response
Unit 6 - Domain 14 Considerations
Unit 7 - CCSK Exam Preparation

Hands On Labs

Students learn what to configure in the first 5 minutes of opening a new cloud account and enable security controls such as MFA, basic monitoring, and IAM.

IAM and Monitoring In-Depth

Attendees expand their work on the first lab and implement more-complex identity management and monitoring. This includes expanding IAM with Attribute Based Access Controls, implementing security alerting, and understanding how to structure enterprise-scale IAM and monitoring.

Network and Instance Security

Students create a virtual network (VPC) and implement a baseline security configuration. They also learn how to securely select and launch a virtual machine (instance), run a vulnerability assessment in the cloud, and connect to the instance.

Encryption and Storage Security

Students expand their deployment by adding a storage volume encrypted with a customer-managed key. They also learn how to secure snapshots and other data.

Application Security and Federation

Students finish the technical labs by completely building out a 2-tier application and implementing federated identity using OpenID.

Risk and Provider Assessment

Students use the CSA Cloud Controls Matrix and STAR registry to evaluate risk and select a cloud provider.

Commercial Pricing

£1,960

3-Day Instructor-Led Training
Cloud Security Alliance Official Content
Hands-on labs
A personal credit card may be needed to set up your cloud account
CSA Certificate/ Exam and one free exam retake Included
After-Course Instructor Coaching Included
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CCSK Plus AWS Training FAQs

CCSK certification is valid for three years. To renew your certification, you must retake the CCSK exam or earn continuing professional education (CPE) credits by participating in relevant training or activities related to cloud security.

Yes, CCSK certification is recognized globally as a standard for measuring cloud security knowledge and competency.

Many organizations, including government agencies and multinational corporations, value CCSK certification when hiring or promoting cloud security professionals.

CCSK: CCSK certification does not have strict prerequisites, although a basic understanding of cloud computing concepts is recommended. It is achieved by passing a single exam administered by the Cloud Security Alliance.

CCSP: CCSP certification requires candidates to have at least five years of cumulative, paid work experience in information technology, including three years of experience in information security and one year of experience in one or more of the six domains of the CCSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK). Candidates must also pass the CCSP exam.

You will receive your exam voucher directly from the Cloud Security Alliance. It should be received within 5 business days of the conclusion of the training. It will be provided along with your certificate of completion.

Certification of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK Plus) on AWS

CCSK Plus AWS Training Delivery Methods

CCSK Plus AWS Training Information

CCSK Plus AWS Training Outline

Module 1. Cloud Architecture

Module 2. Infrastructure Security for Cloud

Module 3. Managing Cloud Security and Risk

Module 4. Data Security for Cloud Computing

Module 5. Application Security and Identity Management for Cloud Computing

Module 6. Cloud Security Operations

Hands On Labs

Live Instructor £1,960

CCSK Plus AWS Training FAQs

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