Cloud Security Operations (Video Course)

Description

2.5+ Hours of Video Instruction

Master cloud security operations by learning how to build secure cloud infrastructures, implement proactive threat monitoring, ensure regulatory compliance, and effectively manage incident response.

This comprehensive course offers in-depth training on designing, building, and managing secure cloud infrastructures. You will learn to configure hardware-specific security settings, implement robust network protections, and harden operating systems to safeguard cloud environments against evolving cyber threats. Develop practical expertise in patch management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and virtualization security to ensure resilient and efficient cloud operations.

The course also covers essential operational controls including configuration and change management, incident and problem resolution, service level management, and capacity monitoring--key to maintain optimal cloud availability and performance. Discover the critical role of Security Operations Centers (SOC), intelligent security monitoring, and vulnerability assessments for rapid threat detection and effective incident response.

Additionally, you will gain a thorough understanding of legal, risk, and compliance challenges in cloud environments. Explore international regulations, privacy impact assessments (PIAs), and provider risk management. Learn how to conduct comprehensive cloud audits, perform gap analyses, and implement policies that comply with stringent regulatory standards while effectively managing supply chain risks.

Learn How to:

• Configure hardware-specific security settings, secure networks, and harden operating systems to protect cloud infrastructures
• Manage patch updates, implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and secure virtualization environments effectively
• Apply operational controls including configuration and change management, incident and problem resolution, and service level management
• Monitor cloud performance and capacity to ensure high availability and optimal cloud operations
• Operate and manage Security Operations Centers (SOC) with intelligent security monitoring and vulnerability assessments
• Understand and address legal, risk, and compliance requirements including international regulations and privacy impact assessments (PIAs)
• Conduct comprehensive cloud audits, perform gap analyses, and implement policies to meet regulatory and compliance standards
• Manage provider and supply chain risks to maintain secure and compliant cloud environments

Who Should Take This Course

This course is ideal for cloud security professionals, IT managers, system administrators, security analysts, and compliance officers responsible for securing and managing cloud environments. Its also perfect for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of cloud security operations, incident response, and regulatory compliance.

About Pearson Video Training

Pearson publishes expert-led video tutorials covering a wide selection of technology topics designed to teach you the skills you need to succeed. These professional and personal technology videos feature world-leading author instructors published by your trusted technology brands: Addison-Wesley, Cisco Press, Pearson IT Certification, Hall, Sams, and Que. Topics include IT Certification, Network Security, Cisco Technology, Programming, Web Development, Mobile Development, and more. Learn more about Pearson Video training at http://www.informit.com/video.

Sample Content

Table of Contents

Course Introduction

Lesson 1: Build and Implement a Physical and Logical Cloud Infrastructure

        Hardware-specific Security Configuration

        Installation and Configuration of Management Tools

        SDS and Securing Storage Area Networks

        Installation of Guest OS Virtualization Tools

        Secure Network Configuration

        Network Security Controls

        Operating System Hardening

        Patch Management and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

        Clustered Host Availability

        Performance and Capacity Monitoring

Lesson 2: Operational Controls and Standards

        Configuration and Change Management

        Continuity Management

        Information Security Management

        Service Level Management

        Incident and Problem Management

        Release and Deployment Management

        Availability Management

        Capacity Management

        Security Operations Centers (SOC)

        Intelligent Security Control Monitoring

        Vulnerability Assessment

Lesson 3: Legal Requirements, Privacy Issues, and Risk Management in the Cloud

        Conflicting International Legislation

        eDiscovery and Forensics

        Issues with PHI and PII in the Cloud

        Standard Privacy Requirements

        Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs)

        Risk Treatment

        Provider Risk Assessment Programs

        Regulatory Transparency Requirements

Lesson 4: Cloud Audits, Methodologies, and Contracts

        Audit Controls, Reports, and Their Impact

        Gap Analysis and Internal InfoSec Management Systems

        Policies and Stakeholder Involvement

        Specialized Compliance Requirements

        The Impact of Distributed IT

        Business Agreement Requirements

        Supply Chain Management

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