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Big Data & Cloud Security Training Course: Secure Cloud Big Data

Introduction

Protect your valuable data in the cloud with our Big Data and Cloud Security Training Course. This program is designed to equip you with the essential skills to address security concerns when utilizing cloud-based Big Data solutions, enabling you to build and maintain secure data environments in the cloud. In today's cloud-first world, understanding and implementing robust security measures is crucial for safeguarding sensitive data and ensuring compliance. Our Big Data cloud security training course provides hands-on experience and expert guidance, empowering you to build secure and scalable cloud data solutions.

This cloud Big Data security training delves into the core concepts of cloud security, data encryption, access control, and compliance specific to Big Data environments. You'll gain expertise in using industry-standard tools and techniques to secure cloud-based Big Data solutions, meeting the demands of modern cloud infrastructures. Whether you're a cloud engineer, security analyst, or data architect, this Big Data and Cloud Security course will empower you to build resilient and secure data systems.

Target Audience:

  • Cloud Engineers
  • Security Analysts
  • Data Architects
  • DevOps Engineers
  • IT Managers
  • Compliance Officers
  • Anyone needing Big Data and cloud security skills

Course Objectives:

  • Understand the fundamentals of Big Data and cloud security.
  • Master cloud-specific security challenges and solutions.
  • Utilize data encryption and access control techniques for cloud Big Data.
  • Implement compliance and regulatory standards in cloud environments.
  • Design and build secure cloud Big Data architectures.
  • Optimize security configurations for cloud Big Data platforms.
  • Troubleshoot and mitigate security risks in cloud deployments.
  • Implement security monitoring and incident response.
  • Integrate security tools and services with cloud Big Data solutions.
  • Understand how to manage and audit cloud security configurations.
  • Explore advanced security patterns for cloud Big Data.
  • Apply real world use cases for secure cloud Big Data deployments.
  • Leverage cloud-native security services for Big Data protection.

Duration

10 Days

Course content

Module 1: Introduction to Big Data and Cloud Security

  • Fundamentals of Big Data and cloud security.
  • Overview of security challenges in cloud environments.
  • Setting up a secure cloud Big Data development environment.
  • Introduction to cloud security tools and frameworks.
  • Best practices for Big Data and cloud security.

Module 2: Cloud Security Challenges and Solutions

  • Understanding cloud-specific security threats.
  • Implementing cloud security best practices.
  • Designing and building secure cloud architectures.
  • Optimizing security configurations for cloud platforms.
  • Best practices for cloud security.

Module 3: Data Encryption and Access Control

  • Utilizing data encryption techniques for cloud Big Data.
  • Implementing role-based access control (RBAC).
  • Designing and building secure data access policies.
  • Optimizing access control for cloud environments.
  • Best practices for data encryption.

Module 4: Compliance and Regulatory Standards

  • Implementing compliance standards (GDPR, HIPAA) in cloud.
  • Utilizing regulatory frameworks for cloud security.
  • Designing and building compliant cloud solutions.
  • Optimizing cloud environments for regulatory compliance.
  • Best practices for compliance.

Module 5: Secure Cloud Big Data Architectures

  • Designing and building secure cloud data architectures.
  • Implementing security best practices in cloud deployments.
  • Utilizing cloud-native security services.
  • Optimizing cloud architecture for security.
  • Best practices for cloud architecture.

Module 6: Security Configuration Optimization

  • Optimizing security configurations for cloud Big Data platforms.
  • Utilizing security automation tools.
  • Implementing security hardening techniques.
  • Designing scalable security configurations.
  • Best practices for configuration optimization.

Module 7: Risk Mitigation and Troubleshooting

  • Debugging security issues in cloud deployments.
  • Analyzing security risks and vulnerabilities.
  • Utilizing risk mitigation strategies.
  • Resolving common security challenges.
  • Best practices for risk mitigation.

Module 8: Security Monitoring and Incident Response

  • Implementing security monitoring tools and techniques.
  • Utilizing incident response frameworks.
  • Designing and building security dashboards.
  • Optimizing security monitoring for cloud environments.
  • Best practices for monitoring.

Module 9: Integration with Security Tools

  • Integrating security tools and services with cloud Big Data.
  • Utilizing security APIs and connectors.
  • Implementing data transfer between security and cloud systems.
  • Best practices for integration.

Module 10: Cloud Security Management and Auditing

  • Managing cloud security configurations.
  • Implementing security audits and assessments.
  • Utilizing cloud security management tools.
  • Optimizing cloud environments for security audits.
  • Best practices for security management.

Module 11: Advanced Security Patterns

  • Implementing advanced security patterns for cloud Big Data.
  • Utilizing AI and machine learning for threat detection.
  • Implementing zero-trust security models.
  • Advanced techniques for cloud security implementation.
  • Best practices for advanced patterns.

Module 12: Real-World Use Cases

  • Implementing secure cloud Big Data in healthcare.
  • Utilizing secure cloud Big Data in finance.
  • Implementing secure cloud Big Data in e-commerce.
  • Utilizing secure cloud Big Data in government.
  • Best practices for real world applications.

Module 13: Cloud-Native Security Services

  • Utilizing cloud-native security services (AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Center).
  • Implementing serverless security solutions.
  • Designing and managing cloud security services.
  • Optimizing cloud security with native tools.
  • Best practices for cloud-native security.

Module 14: Big Data and Cloud Security Governance

  • Implementing security governance policies for cloud Big Data.
  • Utilizing metadata management for security data.
  • Implementing data lineage and audit trails.
  • Best practices for security governance.

Module 15: Future Trends in Big Data and Cloud Security

  • Emerging trends in Big Data and cloud security.
  • Utilizing AI and automation for security operations.
  • Implementing real-time security analytics.
  • Best practices for future security applications.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.

Course Schedule
Dates Fees Location Apply
05/05/2025 - 16/05/2025 $3000 Nairobi
12/05/2025 - 23/05/2025 $5500 Dubai
19/05/2025 - 30/05/2025 $3000 Nairobi
02/06/2025 - 13/06/2025 $3000 Nairobi
09/06/2025 - 20/06/2025 $3500 Mombasa
16/06/2025 - 27/06/2025 $3000 Nairobi
07/07/2025 - 18/07/2025 $3000 Nairobi
14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 $5500 Johannesburg
14/07/2025 - 25/07/2025 $3000 Nairobi
04/08/2025 - 15/08/2025 $3000 Nairobi
11/08/2025 - 22/08/2025 $3500 Mombasa
18/08/2025 - 29/08/2025 $3000 Nairobi
01/09/2025 - 12/09/2025 $3000 Nairobi
08/09/2025 - 19/09/2025 $4500 Dar es Salaam
15/09/2025 - 26/09/2025 $3000 Nairobi
06/10/2025 - 17/10/2025 $3000 Nairobi
13/10/2025 - 24/10/2025 $4500 Kigali
20/10/2025 - 31/10/2025 $3000 Nairobi
03/11/2025 - 14/11/2025 $3000 Nairobi
10/11/2025 - 21/11/2025 $3500 Mombasa
17/11/2025 - 28/11/2025 $3000 Nairobi
01/12/2025 - 12/12/2025 $3000 Nairobi
08/12/2025 - 19/12/2025 $3000 Nairobi
05/01/2026 - 16/01/2026 $3000 Nairobi
12/01/2026 - 23/01/2026 $3000 Nairobi
19/01/2026 - 30/01/2026 $3000 Nairobi
02/02/2026 - 13/02/2026 $3000 Nairobi
09/02/2026 - 20/02/2026 $3000 Nairobi
16/02/2026 - 27/02/2026 $3000 Nairobi
02/03/2026 - 13/03/2026 $3000 Nairobi
09/03/2026 - 20/03/2026 $4500 Kigali
16/03/2026 - 27/03/2026 $3000 Nairobi
06/04/2026 - 17/04/2026 $3000 Nairobi
13/04/2026 - 24/04/2026 $3500 Mombasa
13/04/2026 - 24/04/2026 $3000 Nairobi
04/05/2026 - 15/05/2026 $3000 Nairobi
11/05/2026 - 22/05/2026 $5500 Dubai
18/05/2026 - 29/05/2026 $3000 Nairobi