Cloud security

Module title:

Cloud security

Module overview:

The objective of this course is to enable students to gain a deep understanding and practical skills necessary for implementing and maintaining security in cloud environments. The course will provide students with knowledge of various aspects of cloud security, including the identification and management of security threats, identity and access management, data protection and regulatory compliance, and the integration of various security solutions for comprehensive protection of cloud infrastructure.
In this module students will learn:
to apply methods and tools for identifying, analyzing, and managing threats in cloud environments.
knowledge and skills in implementing and managing efficient identity and access systems in the cloud, including authentication, authorization, and access control.
the ability to analyze, plan, and apply strategies for data protection in the cloud, including data management and compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
to integrate knowledge and skills to develop comprehensive cloud security strategies, including risk management, incident handling, and security policy formulation.

Literature:

Required readings:
1. Microsoft (n.d.). Microsoft Security Operations Analyst. Microsoft Learn. Retrieved January 12, 2024, from https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/sc-200/
2. Microsoft (n.d.). Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator. Microsoft Learn. Retrieved January 12, 2024, from https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/sc-300/
3. Microsoft (n.d.). Administering Information Protection and Compliance. Microsoft Learn. Retrieved January 12, 2024, from https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/sc-400/
4. Microsoft (n.d.). Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect. Microsoft Learn. Retrieved January 12, 2024, from https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/credentials/certifications/exams/sc-100/

Supplementary readings:
1. Estrin, E. (2022) Cloud Security Handbook: Find out how to effectively secure cloud environments using AWS, Azure, and GCP. Packt Publishing