Cloud Security Operations by Pearson
2h 41mIntermediate2026-02-24
Authors
Pearson
Course details
What is this course about?
Discover in-depth training on designing, building, and managing secure cloud infrastructures. In this course, learn how 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 and security monitoring. Additionally, explore the nuances of legal, risk, and compliance challenges in cloud environments, including international regulations, privacy impact assessments (PIAs), provider risk management, cloud audits, gap analyses, and more.
This course was created by Pearson. We are pleased to host this training in our library.
Objectives
What will I be able to do by the end of this course?
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 (SOCs) with intelligent security monitoring and vulnerability assessments.
Identify 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.
Audience
Who is this course for?
Cloud security professionals
IT managers
System administrators
Security analysts
Compliance officers
Prerequisites
What do I need to know before taking this course?
Understanding of basic cloud concepts and infrastructure
Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and practices
Experience with IT management and operations is beneficial
Discover in-depth training on designing, building, and managing secure cloud infrastructures. In this course, learn how 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 and security monitoring. Additionally, explore the nuances of legal, risk, and compliance challenges in cloud environments, including international regulations, privacy impact assessments (PIAs), provider risk management, cloud audits, gap analyses, and more.
This course was created by Pearson. We are pleased to host this training in our library.
Objectives
What will I be able to do by the end of this course?
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 (SOCs) with intelligent security monitoring and vulnerability assessments.
Identify 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.
Audience
Who is this course for?
Cloud security professionals
IT managers
System administrators
Security analysts
Compliance officers
Prerequisites
What do I need to know before taking this course?
Understanding of basic cloud concepts and infrastructure
Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and practices
Experience with IT management and operations is beneficial
Concepts
Introduction
- Course welcome
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
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
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
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
Conclusion
- Summary and next steps