0523 - Cloud Computing and Security Essentials

Course Description

In today’s digital-first world, cloud computing is transforming the IT landscape, offering unparalleled opportunities for innovation and scalability as well as new challenges in ensuring robust security and reliable infrastructure. As organizations increasingly migrate to cloud environments, the demand for skilled cloud security professionals continues to grow. Developed in partnership with the Cheriton School of Computer Science at the University of Waterloo, this course equips you with the foundational knowledge of modern cloud infrastructure along with practical hands-on activities in a simulated environment. 

Designed for early to mid-career professionals in the software industry interested in starting a career in cloud cybersecurity, this eight week course, will provide you with the technical skills and competencies needed for designing and deploying cloud infrastructure in today’s market while increasing your awareness and resiliency in digital security.   

You’ll gain foundational knowledge of cloud infrastructure and hands-on experience in cloud security through weekly labs and real-world scenarios. The curriculum covers key areas such as virtualization, networking, and application management, before diving into cloud-specific cybersecurity tools and techniques.

Through practical labs, you will explore how to implement best practices for securing cloud environments, from using cryptographic keys and firewalls to managing identity and access control. By the end of the course, you will have the technical knowledge and practical experience needed to confidently design and secure cloud systems, positioning yourself as a valuable asset in the rapidly evolving IT marketplace.

Overview

• Practical lab-based learning: Apply concepts in a virtual lab environment with guided tasks simulating real-world scenarios.
• Comprehensive curriculum: Cover the design and deployment of cloud infrastructure, followed by essential cloud security tools and techniques.
• Expert support: Access live orientation sessions, weekly drop-in Q&A sessions, and active instructor participation in discussion forums.
• Flexible learning experience: Progress through content at your own pace while supported by live and recorded resources.
• No prerequisites : Start your cloud security journey without needing prior experience or specialized knowledge. A working literacy of computing devices, operating systems, and the internet will help in this course 

System requirements

• Learners will use the online CloudLabs platform to complete the hands-on labs.
• No software installation is required for this course. 

Who Should Enrol

This course is ideal for early and mid-career IT professionals seeking to:

• Transition into cloud security roles.
• Deepen their understanding of cloud infrastructure and cybersecurity fundamentals.
• Gain practical, hands-on experience in cloud design and security.

Prerequisites

• There is no specific prerequisite education or work experience needed for this course.
• A working literacy of computing devices, operating systems, and the internet will help in this course  

What You Will Learn

• Gain a fundamental knowledge of cloud infrastructure as well as security principles and industry best practices needed to remain compliant with regulatory standards when deploying cloud applications.   
• Increase online safety and awareness through detection and response of potential online threats.   
• Apply fundamental knowledge and industry best practices through a series of hands-on labs based on real-world use cases and scenarios.