This programme introduces participants to the security challenges and best practices specific to cloud environments. Covering AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud in context, participants will learn how to assess cloud security posture, apply identity and access controls, and understand shared responsibility in cloud deployments. Suitable for IT professionals, system administrators, and security staff moving into cloud roles.
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Introduction to Cloud Computing and Security
Cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), deployment types, and the shared responsibility model. Understanding what the cloud provider secures and what you are responsible for.
Identity and Access Management in the Cloud
IAM policies, roles, groups, and permissions across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Principle of least privilege, multi-factor authentication, and service account security.
Network Security in the Cloud
Virtual private clouds (VPCs), security groups, network access control lists, and securing communication between cloud services and on-premises systems.
Data Security and Encryption
Encrypting data at rest and in transit. Key management services, data classification, and preventing unauthorised access to cloud storage and databases.
Monitoring, Logging and Incident Response
Cloud-native monitoring tools, log aggregation, setting alerts for suspicious activity, and responding to cloud security incidents.
Cloud Security Compliance and Governance
ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, and Malaysian regulatory requirements in cloud deployments. Cloud security posture management (CSPM) basics.
Cloud Security Audit Exercise. Participants are given a simulated cloud environment configuration and must identify misconfigurations, excessive permissions, and unencrypted resources. Findings are documented in a structured audit report.
Fee RM 1,750 per participant
Minimum enrolment 3 participants
Duration 2 Days
Level Intermediate (basic IT or networking knowledge required)
HRD Corp Claimable Yes
Certificate included Yes
