Course Overview
As organizations rapidly migrate to the cloud, security and compliance have become more critical than ever. Welcome to the Cloud Computing Fundamentals course, where we'll explore the essential strategies and best practices for protecting your cloud infrastructure.
Today's cloud environments present unique security challenges that demand sophisticated solutions. From data breaches to compliance violations, the risks are significant – but so are the opportunities to build robust security frameworks that protect your organization's digital assets.
In this course, you'll master the fundamental pillars of cloud security: identity and access management, data encryption, network protection, and incident response. We'll examine real-world scenarios and practical solutions, with special emphasis on industry-specific compliance requirements that impact your cloud strategy.
Whether you're just beginning your cloud journey or enhancing existing systems, these skills will be invaluable for building a secure and resilient cloud environment.

Learning Objectives

Lesson 1: Security Challenges Explore the unique security challenges that arise in cloud computing environments, including data breaches, insider threats, and shared responsibility models. Understand the implications of these challenges and learn strategies to mitigate risks effectively. Lesson 2: Identity & Access Management Master IAM principles including user authentication, authorization, and privilege management in cloud environments. Lesson 3: Data Encryption Explore encryption techniques and privacy measures for protecting data in transit and at rest within cloud environments. Lesson 4: Compliance Frameworks Understand key compliance frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2, and their implications for cloud computing. Lesson 5: Security Best Practices Implement comprehensive security practices including network protection, vulnerability management, and incident response.

Part of the Cloud Computing Fundamental Learning Path
This comprehensive course serves as a cornerstone of our Cloud Computing Fundamental Learning Path, thoughtfully designed to equip you with practical knowledge and industry insights across six essential domains of cloud technology:
  1. Understanding Cloud Computing
  1. Key Components of Cloud Infrastructure
  1. Cloud Providers and Services
  1. Migrating to the Cloud
  1. Cloud Security and Compliance (You are here)
  1. Future Trends and Innovations in Cloud Computing
Each course builds upon the previous one, ensuring a structured and progressive learning experience that strengthens your cloud computing expertise step by step.