Cloud Security for IT Professionals

Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you will dive into the fundamentals of cloud security, starting with the basics of cloud computing and its models. You’ll explore the importance of cloud security and the core principles that protect cloud environments. You’ll work with tools and services like AWS to configure Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies, encryption, and access control mechanisms. As you progress, you’ll learn best practices for data protection, network security, application security, and threat detection, including encryption, data segmentation, and security event monitoring. You’ll also configure logging pipelines and integrate SIEM systems for cloud security management. This course is perfect for IT professionals looking to enhance their cloud security skills. Prior experience in IT or cloud computing is helpful but not required. By the end of the course, you will be able to implement cloud security best practices and effectively secure cloud infrastructures

Syllabus

Introduction to Cloud Computing

In this module, we will explore the foundational concepts of cloud computing, its components, and its benefits. You'll learn about the cloud computing model, deployment models, and services provided by cloud infrastructure. This section sets the stage for understanding cloud security in the following modules.

Cloud Security

In this module, we will cover the critical aspects of cloud security, including IAM roles and policies, access control models, and securing cloud environments. You will also gain hands-on experience with creating an AWS account and managing user permissions to ensure robust security across cloud platforms.

Data Protection

In this module, we will delve into data protection strategies in cloud environments, including encryption, key management, and secrets management. You'll also explore methods for data segmentation and loss prevention to secure sensitive data in cloud infrastructures.

Network Security

In this module, we will explore techniques to secure network infrastructure within the cloud. You will learn how to configure Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), firewalls, and security groups to protect your cloud environment from external threats and unauthorized access.

Application Security

In this module, we will focus on securing cloud-based applications. You'll learn about secure coding practices, functional testing, and SAST techniques to ensure your applications remain safe from vulnerabilities and threats in cloud environments.

Logging and Monitoring

In this module, we will highlight the importance of logging and monitoring in maintaining cloud security. You will learn to set up logging pipelines, configure tools like CloudTrail and CloudWatch, and manage logs to detect and respond to security threats effectively.

Threat Detection in Cloud

In this module, we will explore how to detect and respond to security threats in cloud environments. You’ll learn about various types of cloud threats, how to defend against them, and how to utilize SIEM systems to improve threat detection and response capabilities.