CCSK: Certified Cloud Security Knowledge

Course Level: Beginner
Duration: 9 Hrs 21 Min
Total Videos: 62 On-demand Videos

Unleash your potential in the booming field of IT with the CCSK: Certified Cloud Security Knowledge course. Ideal for IT professionals and cloud architects, this comprehensive course dives deep into cloud security, preparing you for the CCSK certification exam and equipping you to handle real-world challenges in cloud technology security.

Learning Objectives

01

Understand the basics of cloud architecture, security, and services.

02

Learn about risk management, corporate governance, and supply chain security in a cloud environment.

03

Discuss legal issues related to contracts and electronic transactions in the cloud.

04

Gain knowledge on compliance, audit requirements, and management in a cloud setting.

05

Master information management, data security, and encryption in cloud storage.

06

Explore interoperability, portability, and SaaS recommendations in cloud computing.

07

Identify ways to ensure business continuity, disaster recovery, and traditional security in the cloud.

08

Develop skills in application security, encryption, key management, and identity management in cloud services.

Course Description

Are you an IT professional, cloud architect, IT auditor, or a risk management professional seeking to expand your expertise in the field of cloud security? Our CCSK: Certified Cloud Security Knowledge course is your perfect starting point. The course presents an in-depth exploration of essential topics such as cloud architecture, risk management, legal issues, compliance, and audit management. With our well-designed modules that combine theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, you’ll gain the confidence and skills needed to tackle real-world cloud security challenges. Network security engineers, data protection officers, and IT managers will also find this course immensely valuable.

Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll be fully equipped to ace the CCSK certification exam. This certification validates your proficiency in key domains such as governance and enterprise risk, information and data security, and interoperability and portability. The certification will not only bolster your professional credibility but also open up new career opportunities in the burgeoning field of cloud security. This course is designed with the latest industry trends and demands in mind, ensuring that you gain a competitive edge in the job market.

The CCSK: Certified Cloud Security Knowledge course is more than just a learning opportunity; it’s an investment in a promising future in cloud security. By immersing yourself in the comprehensive curriculum, you’ll secure a solid foundation in cloud security and be better positioned to manage and secure cloud environments efficiently. Enroll today and start your journey to become a sought-after professional in the rapidly evolving world of cloud security.

Who Benefits From This Course

  • Cloud service providers seeking to enhance their security protocols
  • IT professionals interested in specializing in cloud security
  • Corporate governance officers looking to understand cloud-related risks
  • Legal professionals dealing with contracts related to cloud services
  • Audit and compliance managers working with cloud-based systems
  • Data managers and information security officers focusing on cloud storage
  • Professionals working in business continuity and disaster recovery in a cloud environment
  • Data center operators transitioning to cloud operations
  • Incident response teams managing cloud-based incidents
  • Application developers focused on cloud applications
  • Cybersecurity professionals specializing in encryption and key management
  • Identity and access management professionals dealing with cloud services
  • Virtualization experts navigating cloud environments
  • Service providers offering Security as a Service (SaaS)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CCSK Certification?

The CCSK (Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge) is a globally recognized certification that validates an individual's competence in key cloud security issues. It's issued by the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), a world-leading organization in cloud security. The certification covers crucial topics such as cloud architecture, risk management, legal and compliance issues, and audit management. It is designed to ensure that professionals have a thorough understanding of cloud security challenges and best practices.

What are the job prospects for a CCSK certified professional?

With the increasing adoption of cloud technologies, the demand for cloud security professionals is on the rise. A CCSK certification can open up a range of job opportunities in the IT sector. Certified professionals can work as cloud security architects, cloud security engineers, risk assessment professionals, compliance officers, IT auditors, and more. Companies across industries, including tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft, are employing CCSK certified professionals to secure their cloud environments.

What is covered in the CCSK Certification exam?

The CCSK Certification exam tests a broad range of skills and knowledge across fourteen domains of cloud security. These include:

  • Cloud Computing Concepts and Architectures
  • Cloud Governance and Enterprise Risk Management
  • Legal Issues, Contracts, and Electronic Discovery
  • Compliance and Audit Management
  • Information Governance
  • Management Plane and Business Continuity
  • Infrastructure Security
  • Virtualization and Containers
  • Incident Response
  • Application Security
  • Data Security and Encryption
  • Identity, Entitlement, and Access Management
  • Security as a Service
  • Related Technologies (IoT, Blockchain, etc.)
Why is a CCSK certification important?

The CCSK certification is important as it validates a professional's expertise in cloud security, a rapidly growing field. The certification demonstrates that the holder possesses a deep understanding of cloud security principles and best practices, making them highly desirable in the job market. It also adds credibility to a professional's profile, potentially leading to career advancement and higher earning potential. Furthermore, it equips professionals with the skills to effectively manage and secure cloud environments, which is of vital importance to organizations moving their operations to the cloud.

How does one prepare for the CCSK certification exam?

Preparing for the CCSK certification exam involves a combination of self-study, hands-on experience, and formal training. The Cloud Security Alliance provides a comprehensive body of knowledge (CSA Security Guidance and ENISA report) that serves as the primary resource for the exam. Professionals can also enroll in a CCSK training course to gain a thorough understanding of the concepts and best practices in cloud security. Additionally, gaining practical experience with cloud technologies can help reinforce the learned concepts and skills.

Included In This Course

Module 1: Architecture

  •    Cloud Security Overview-Part1
  •    Cloud Security Overview-Part2
  •    Cloud Diagrams
  •    Cloud Services

Module 2: Governance and Enterprise Risk

  •    Risk Management
  •    Corporate Governance
  •    Enterprise Risk Management
  •    Risk Management Balance Process Supply Chain Security
  •    ERM Incidents Recommendations-Part1
  •    ERM Incidents Recommendations-Part2
  •    ERM Incidents Recommendations-Part3

Module 3: Legal Issues- Contracts and Electronic

  •    Cloud Legal Issues-Part1
  •    Cloud Legal Issues-Part2
  •    Cloud Legal Issues-Part3

Module 4: Compliance and Audit Management

  •    Audits
  •    Compliance And Audit
  •    Audit Recommendations
  •    Audit Requirements

Module 5: Information Management and Data Security

  •    Information And Security
  •    Storage
  •    Information Governance Classification
  •    Data Security
  •    Protecting Data Moving
  •    Client Database Encryption
  •    PaaS Encryption

Module 6: Interoperability and Portability

  •    Interoperability And Portability
  •    Interoperability Recommendations
  •    Portability Recommendations
  •    Recommendations SAAS

Module 7: Traditional Security, Business Continuity, and Disaster Recovery

  •    Business Continuity And Disaster Recovery
  •    Assessing CSP Security
  •    Equipment Maintenance
  •    Recommendations

Module 8: Data Center Operations

  •    Data Center Operations

Module 9: Incident Response

  •    Incident Response
  •    Testing
  •    IaaS
  •    C.E.R.- Containment, Eradication, And Recovery

Module 10: Application Security

  •    Application Security
  •    Security Testing
  •    Audit Compliance
  •    Security Assurance Recommendations

Module 11: Encryption and Key Management

  •    Encryption And Key Management
  •    Content Aware Encryption
  •    Storage Of Keys

Module 12: Identity, Entitlement, and Access Management

  •    Building Access Control
  •    Intro To Identity
  •    Entitlement Process
  •    Trust With Identity
  •    Recommendations For Identity Management

Module 13: Virtualization

  •    Virtualization
  •    Hypervisor And Virtual Machine
  •    Inter-Virtual Machine Attacks
  •    Virtual Machine Encryption
  •    Virtual Machine Recommendations And Requirements

Module 14: Security as a Service

  •    Security As A Service
  •    Security Offerings
  •    Intrusion Detection Prevention
  •    Business Continuity And Disaster Recovery
  •    European CCSK
  •    Top Security Benefits
  •    European Legal Based Issues