Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

Overview

The Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) certification ensures cloud security professionals have the necessary knowledge and skills in cloud security design, implementation, architecture, operations, controls, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. This course is designed to prepare you for the CCSP exam, as well as provide you with the skills you need to succeed as a security professional. https://interactive.linuxacademy.com/diagrams/CCSP.html

Syllabus

Getting Started
Cloud Computing Concepts
Cloud Reference Architecture
Cloud Security Concepts
Design Principles
Evaluate Cloud Service Providers
Describe Cloud Data Concepts
Design and Implement Cloud Data Storage Architecture
Design and Apply Data Security Technologies and Strategies
Implement Data Discovery and Classification
Design and Implement Information Rights Management
Plan and Implement Data Retention, Deletion, and Archival Policies
Design and Implement Auditability, Traceability, and Accountability of Data Events
Cloud Infrastructure Components
Design a Secure Datacenter
Analyze Risks Associated with Cloud Infrastructure
Design and Plan Security Controls
Plan Disaster Recovery (DR) and Business Continuity (BC)
Advocate Training and Awareness for Application Security
Describe the Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Process
Apply the Secure Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Apply Cloud Software Assurance and Validation
Use Verified Secure Software
Comprehend the Specifics of Cloud Application Architecture
Design Appropriate Identity and Access Management (IAM) Solutions
Implement and Build Physical and Logical Infrastructure for a Cloud Environment
Operate Physical and Logical Infrastructure for the Cloud Environment
Manage Physical and Logical Infrastructure for the Cloud Environment
Implement Operational Controls and Standards
Support Digital Forensics
Manage Communication with Relevant Parties
Manage Security Operations
Articulate Legal Requirements and Unique Risks with the Cloud Environment
Understand Privacy Issues
Understand Audit Processes, Methodologies, and Required Adaptations for a Cloud Environment
Understand the Implications of Cloud-to-Enterprise Risk Management
Understand Outsourcing and Cloud Contract Design
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