Cloud Security in Real Time: Master Cloud Infrastructure & Application Protection
Master Cloud Security with BinnBash Academy's in-depth, real-time course. Learn to protect cloud infrastructure and applications across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Cover shared responsibility, cloud IAM, network security, data protection, compliance, and DevSecOps. Gain hands-on experience with native cloud security services, CSPM, CWPP, and cloud incident response through live projects and simulated threats. Build a powerful portfolio to become a certified Cloud Security Engineer, Cloud Security Architect, or DevSecOps Engineer in top tech companies!
Secure Your Cloud!Who Should Enroll in this In-Depth Cloud Security Course?
This course is ideal for individuals passionate about securing cloud environments, protecting cloud-native applications, and ensuring compliance in the dynamic world of cloud computing:
- Cloud Engineers and Architects looking to specialize in security.
- Cybersecurity Professionals transitioning to cloud security roles.
- DevOps and SRE Engineers aiming to integrate security into their pipelines.
- IT Administrators managing cloud resources.
- Aspiring Cloud Security Engineers, Cloud Security Architects, and DevSecOps Engineers.
- Anyone seeking practical, hands-on experience in implementing robust cloud security controls across major providers.
Cloud Security In-Depth Course Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
- Familiarity with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Basic understanding of networking and operating systems.
- A strong desire for hands-on learning, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
Key Cloud Security Tools & Concepts Covered
Hands-on mastery of cloud-native security services, multi-cloud protection strategies, and integrating security throughout the cloud development lifecycle, preparing you for a critical role in securing dynamic cloud environments.
Cloud Security In-Depth: Comprehensive Syllabus & Intensive Real-Time Labs
Module 1: Cloud Security Fundamentals & Shared Responsibility
- Introduction to Cloud Computing: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS models, deployment models (public, private, hybrid).
- Shared Responsibility Model: Deep dive into provider vs. customer responsibilities across different cloud service models.
- Cloud Security Principles: Cloud security alliance (CSA) top threats, NIST Cloud Computing Security Guidelines.
- Cloud Service Provider (CSP) Security Offerings Overview: AWS, Azure, GCP security services.
- Cloud Governance & Risk Management: Policies, standards, and risk assessment in the cloud.
- Real-Time Lab: Analyze the shared responsibility model for various cloud services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS) and identify customer vs. provider security controls. Map a sample on-premise application to a cloud deployment model and outline initial security considerations.
Tools & Concepts:
- CSA STAR, NIST SP 800-145, Cloud Provider Documentation.
Expected Outcomes:
- Understand core cloud computing and security concepts.
- Clearly define shared responsibilities for various cloud services.
- Identify key cloud security risks and governance principles.
Module 2: AWS Security Deep Dive
- AWS Identity & Access Management (IAM): Users, Groups, Roles, Policies, Trust Policies, Identity Federation, AWS Organizations.
- AWS Network Security: VPCs, Security Groups, Network ACLs, VPNs, Direct Connect, AWS WAF, Shield, Route 53 DNS Security.
- AWS Data Security: S3 security (bucket policies, ACLs, encryption), EBS/RDS encryption, AWS Key Management Service (KMS).
- AWS Security Monitoring & Logging: CloudTrail, CloudWatch, VPC Flow Logs, AWS Config.
- AWS Threat Detection & Response: AWS GuardDuty, Security Hub, Inspector, Macie.
- Real-Time Lab: Configure least-privilege IAM policies, secure S3 buckets with encryption and public access blocks. Implement network segmentation using Security Groups and Network ACLs. Set up CloudTrail logging and enable GuardDuty for threat detection in a sandbox AWS account.
Tools & Concepts:
- AWS Console/CLI, AWS IAM, VPC, S3, KMS, CloudTrail, GuardDuty, Security Hub, WAF.
Expected Outcomes:
- Master AWS IAM and access control.
- Secure AWS networks and data.
- Monitor and respond to threats in AWS.
Module 3: Azure Security Deep Dive
- Azure Active Directory (Azure AD): Tenants, Users, Groups, Enterprise Applications, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
- Azure Network Security: Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), Network Security Groups (NSGs), Azure Firewall, Azure DDoS Protection, Azure Front Door, Azure Application Gateway (WAF).
- Azure Data Security: Azure Storage encryption, Azure SQL Database security, Azure Key Vault, Azure Disk Encryption.
- Azure Security Monitoring & Logging: Azure Monitor, Azure Activity Logs, Diagnostic Settings, Azure Log Analytics.
- Azure Threat Detection & Response: Azure Security Center (Defender for Cloud), Azure Sentinel, Azure AD Identity Protection.
- Real-Time Lab: Configure Azure AD users, groups, and Conditional Access policies. Implement network segmentation using NSGs. Encrypt Azure Storage accounts and SQL Databases. Integrate logs into Azure Log Analytics and explore alerts in Azure Security Center/Defender for Cloud.
Tools & Concepts:
- Azure Portal/CLI, Azure AD, VNets, NSGs, Key Vault, Security Center/Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Azure Firewall.
Expected Outcomes:
- Master Azure AD and access control.
- Secure Azure networks and data.
- Monitor and respond to threats in Azure.
Module 4: Google Cloud Security Deep Dive
- Google Cloud IAM: Principals, Roles (Primitive, Predefined, Custom), Policy Hierarchy, Service Accounts, Workload Identity Federation.
- Google Cloud Network Security: VPC Networks, Firewall Rules, Shared VPC, VPC Service Controls, Cloud Armor (WAF/DDoS), Cloud DNS Security.
- Google Cloud Data Security: Cloud Storage encryption, Cloud SQL security, Google Cloud Key Management Service (KMS), Secret Manager.
- Google Cloud Security Monitoring & Logging: Cloud Audit Logs, Cloud Logging, Cloud Monitoring.
- Google Cloud Threat Detection & Response: Security Command Center, Cloud DLP API, Chronicle Security Operations (conceptual).
- Real-Time Lab: Configure least-privilege Cloud IAM roles for service accounts. Implement network segmentation using Firewall Rules and explore VPC Service Controls. Encrypt Cloud Storage buckets. Integrate logs into Cloud Logging and explore findings in Security Command Center.
Tools & Concepts:
- GCP Console/gcloud CLI, Cloud IAM, VPC, Cloud Storage, KMS, Security Command Center, Cloud DLP API.
Expected Outcomes:
- Master GCP IAM and access control.
- Secure GCP networks and data.
- Monitor and respond to threats in GCP.
Module 5: Cloud Native Security Tools & Platforms
- Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM): Automated assessment and remediation of cloud misconfigurations.
- CSPM Tools: Palo Alto Networks Prisma Cloud, Wiz, Orca Security (conceptual overview, hands-on with open-source tools like Prowler/ScoutSuite).
- Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP): Securing compute workloads (VMs, containers, serverless functions).
- CWPP Tools: CrowdStrike Falcon Cloud Workload Protection, Aqua Security, Sysdig (conceptual overview).
- Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB): Visibility, compliance, data security for SaaS applications.
- CASB Tools: Zscaler CASB, Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (conceptual overview).
- Cloud Native Application Protection Platforms (CNAPP): Unified security for cloud-native applications (conceptual).
- Real-Time Lab: Use Prowler/ScoutSuite to audit a cloud account for common security misconfigurations and generate a compliance report. Deploy a sample containerized application and explore basic CWPP concepts for runtime protection.
Tools & Concepts:
- Prowler, ScoutSuite, conceptual understanding of commercial CSPM/CWPP/CASB tools.
- CSPM, CWPP, CASB, CNAPP.
Expected Outcomes:
- Utilize CSPM for posture management.
- Understand CWPP for workload protection.
- Grasp CASB and CNAPP concepts for comprehensive cloud security.
Module 6: Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security & DevSecOps in Cloud
- Introduction to Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Terraform, CloudFormation, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.
- IaC Security Best Practices: Secure coding for IaC, principle of least privilege in templates.
- Static Application Security Testing (SAST) for IaC: Scanning IaC templates for security misconfigurations before deployment.
- IaC Security Tools: Checkov, Terrascan, Kics (hands-on with open-source tools).
- DevSecOps in Cloud: Integrating security into the CI/CD pipeline for cloud deployments.
- Container Security: Image scanning, runtime protection, Kubernetes security best practices.
- Serverless Security: Securing Lambda functions, Azure Functions, Cloud Functions.
- Real-Time Lab: Write a vulnerable Terraform configuration and then use Checkov/Terrascan to identify and fix the security issues. Integrate a security scanning tool into a simulated CI/CD pipeline for a cloud application.
Tools & Concepts:
- Terraform, Checkov, Terrascan, Docker, Kubernetes (conceptual), CI/CD pipelines (conceptual).
- IaC Security, DevSecOps, Container Security, Serverless Security.
Expected Outcomes:
- Secure IaC templates and deployments.
- Integrate security into cloud CI/CD pipelines.
- Understand container and serverless security.
Module 7: Cloud Incident Response & Forensics
- Cloud Incident Response Lifecycle: Specialized steps for cloud-specific incidents (e.g., compromised cloud accounts, misconfigured storage breaches).
- Cloud Forensics Fundamentals: Challenges of evidence collection in ephemeral and distributed cloud environments.
- Cloud-Specific Evidence Acquisition: Snapshotting VMs, acquiring memory dumps, collecting cloud logs (CloudTrail, VPC Flow Logs, etc.).
- Cloud Forensic Tools: Cloud-native services for forensics (e.g., AWS Forensic Workflows, Azure Resource Lock), open-source tools like Cloud Custodian (for automated response).
- Threat Hunting in Cloud Environments: Proactive search for threats using cloud logs and telemetry.
- Real-Time Lab: Simulate a compromised cloud instance and perform evidence acquisition (e.g., creating a disk snapshot, collecting relevant logs). Analyze cloud logs to identify the root cause and scope of a simulated data exfiltration from a cloud storage bucket.
Tools & Concepts:
- Cloud Provider Consoles/CLIs, CloudTrail/Activity Logs, VPC Flow Logs, Cloud Custodian (conceptual).
- Cloud IR, Cloud Forensics, Evidence Acquisition, Threat Hunting.
Expected Outcomes:
- Respond effectively to cloud security incidents.
- Perform cloud forensic investigations.
- Conduct threat hunting in cloud environments.
Module 8: Real-Time Projects, Cloud Compliance & Career Readiness
- Capstone Project: Design, implement, and secure a multi-cloud application (e.g., a web application with backend database) across two major cloud providers (AWS and Azure/GCP). This includes configuring IAM, network security, data protection, and implementing IaC security. Demonstrate monitoring and incident response capabilities.
- Cloud Security Compliance & Audit: Understanding regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, FedRAMP, SOC 2) in cloud contexts. Preparing for cloud security audits.
- Building a Professional Cloud Security Portfolio: Documenting cloud security architectures, IaC security policies, incident response playbooks for cloud, and compliance reports.
- Interview Preparation for Cloud Security Roles: Technical deep dives, scenario-based problem-solving, architectural design questions, and discussions on industry trends.
- Industry Certifications Overview: Guidance and roadmap for certifications like AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Google Cloud Professional Cloud Security Engineer, CCSK (Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge), CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional).
- Career Guidance: Cloud Security Engineer, Cloud Security Architect, DevSecOps Engineer, Cloud Compliance Analyst, Cloud Incident Responder, Cloud Security Consultant.
- Live Project: Present your secure multi-cloud application, demonstrate its resilience against simulated attacks, and participate in mock interviews tailored for advanced cloud security roles, showcasing your practical expertise and strategic thinking.
Tools & Concepts:
- All previously covered cloud security tools, Documentation platforms, Interview simulators, Cloud Compliance Frameworks.
- Multi-Cloud Security, Cloud Compliance, Portfolio Building, Mock Interviews.
Expected Outcomes:
- Design and implement comprehensive cloud security solutions.
- Ensure cloud compliance with major regulations.
- Build a compelling professional portfolio for cloud security roles.
- Gain extensive practical experience with real-world cloud security challenges, leading to tangible, secure, and resilient cloud deployments.
This course provides hands-on, in-depth expertise to make you a proficient and job-ready Cloud Security professional, with a strong emphasis on real-time cloud defense, infrastructure protection, and building a powerful, results-driven portfolio!
Cloud Security Professional Roles and Responsibilities in Real-Time Scenarios & Live Projects
Gain hands-on experience by working on live projects and simulations, understanding the real-time responsibilities of a Cloud Security expert in leading cloud providers, tech companies, and cybersecurity consultancies. Our curriculum aligns with industry demands for highly skilled cloud defense professionals.
Cloud Security Engineer
Implements and manages security controls for cloud infrastructure and applications, as done at Amazon Web Services.
Cloud Security Architect
Designs secure cloud architectures and strategies across multi-cloud environments, common at Microsoft Azure.
DevSecOps Engineer (Cloud)
Integrates security into the CI/CD pipeline for cloud-native applications, often at Google Cloud.
Cloud Incident Responder
Specializes in detecting, containing, and recovering from security incidents in cloud environments.
Cloud Compliance Analyst
Ensures cloud deployments adhere to regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Cloud Security Consultant
Advises organizations on cloud security best practices, tool selection, and implementation strategies.
Container/Serverless Security Specialist
Focuses on securing modern cloud-native application components.
Cloud Forensics Analyst
Conducts forensic investigations and evidence collection in cloud environments.
Our Alumni Works Here!
Akash Sharma
Cloud Security Engineer
Sneha Reddy
Cloud Security Architect
Rahul Singh
DevSecOps Engineer
Divya Gupta
Cloud Security Specialist
Vikram Patel
Cloud Security Analyst
Priya Kumar
Cloud Security Consultant
Karan Verma
Cloud Compliance Analyst
Anjali Rao
Cloud Incident Responder
Aryan Joshi
Junior Cloud Security Engineer
Nisha Sharma
Cloud Security Trainee
Akash Sharma
Cloud Security Engineer
Sneha Reddy
Cloud Security Architect
Rahul Singh
DevSecOps Engineer
Divya Gupta
Cloud Security Specialist
Vikram Patel
Cloud Security Analyst
Priya Kumar
Cloud Security Consultant
Karan Verma
Cloud Compliance Analyst
Anjali Rao
Cloud Incident Responder
Aryan Joshi
Junior Cloud Security Engineer
Nisha Sharma
Cloud Security Trainee
What Our Cloud Security In-Depth Students Say
"This Cloud Security course is a game-changer! The deep dives into AWS, Azure, and GCP security services were incredibly practical and immediately applicable."
"Mastering the Shared Responsibility Model and implementing cloud IAM policies gave me the confidence to design secure cloud architectures."
"The IaC security and DevSecOps modules were exactly what I needed. Learning to integrate security into our CI/CD pipelines for cloud deployments is crucial."
"BinnBash Academy's focus on CSPM, CWPP, and CASB, with hands-on labs, made complex cloud security platforms easy to understand and leverage."
"The instructors are true cloud security experts, sharing real-world insights into cloud incident response and forensics. Invaluable knowledge!"
"I highly recommend this course for anyone serious about a career in cloud security. It's comprehensive, practical, and prepares you for multi-cloud challenges."
"From container security to cloud compliance, every aspect was covered in depth. I feel fully equipped to tackle diverse cloud security challenges."
"The emphasis on building a professional portfolio with documented cloud security architectures and incident response plans was extremely helpful."
"The real-time projects and mock scenarios were incredibly realistic and prepared me perfectly for the demands of a cloud security role."
"This course provided me with the expertise to design and implement robust cloud security solutions from scratch. Best investment for my career!"
Cloud Security In-Depth Job Roles After This Course
Cloud Security Engineer
Cloud Security Architect
DevSecOps Engineer (Cloud)
Cloud Incident Responder
Cloud Compliance Analyst
Cloud Security Consultant
Container/Serverless Security Specialist
Cloud Forensics Analyst