Cloud Computing Governance And Security Training Course: Oversight In A Cloud-first World

Introduction

Cloud Computing Governance and Security training empowers leaders to establish robust oversight mechanisms for cloud deployments, ensuring data protection and operational integrity in a cloud-first environment. This course focuses on analyzing cloud security risks, implementing data governance policies, and understanding the impact of cloud technologies on compliance and business continuity. Participants will learn to develop cloud security strategies, utilize cloud compliance frameworks, and understand the intricacies of using security audits and access controls to safeguard cloud-based assets. By mastering cloud governance and security, professionals can enhance their ability to build secure and scalable cloud environments, mitigate potential vulnerabilities, and contribute to a more trustworthy and resilient cloud ecosystem.

The increasing adoption of cloud computing necessitates a comprehensive understanding of governance and security best practices to manage the associated risks and opportunities. This course delves into the nuances of data encryption, identity and access management, and compliance with cloud-specific regulations, empowering participants to develop and implement tailored cloud security strategies. By integrating cloud expertise with governance acumen, this program enables individuals to lead initiatives that maximize the benefits of cloud technologies while minimizing their potential harms.

Target Audience:

• C-suite executives
• Board members
• IT directors
• Risk managers
• Compliance officers
• Security professionals
• Cloud architects
• Data protection officers
• Individuals interested in cloud security
• Auditors

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles and importance of cloud computing governance and security.
• Implement techniques for conducting cloud security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Understand the role of data governance and compliance frameworks in cloud environments.
• Implement techniques for developing and implementing cloud security policies and procedures.
• Understand the principles of identity and access management (IAM) and encryption in cloud security.
• Implement techniques for utilizing cloud security audits and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Understand the role of cloud security monitoring and incident response in protecting cloud assets.
• Implement techniques for managing third-party cloud vendor security and data sharing agreements.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations related to cloud data storage and processing.
• Develop strategies for measuring and analyzing the effectiveness of cloud governance and security initiatives.

DURATION

5 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of Cloud Governance and Security

• Principles and importance of cloud computing governance and security.
• Understanding the cloud computing landscape and its implications.
• Benefits of oversight in a cloud-first world.
• Historical context and evolution of cloud computing.

Module 2: Cloud Security Risk Assessments

• Techniques for conducting cloud security risk assessments and vulnerability analyses.
• Implementing risk management frameworks and methodologies.
• Utilizing vulnerability scanning and cloud security tools.
• Managing risk assessments.

Module 3: Data Governance and Compliance

• Role of data governance and compliance frameworks in cloud environments.
• Understanding data lifecycle management and classification.
• Implementing compliance with cloud-specific regulations (GDPR, HIPAA).
• Managing data governance.

Module 4: Cloud Security Policies and Procedures

• Techniques for developing and implementing cloud security policies and procedures.
• Implementing policy development and documentation.
• Utilizing cloud security best practices and standards.
• Managing cloud policies.

Module 5: IAM and Encryption in Cloud Security

• Principles of identity and access management (IAM) and encryption in cloud security.
• Understanding IAM roles and permissions.
• Implementing data encryption and key management.
• Managing IAM and encryption.

Module 6: Cloud Security Audits and Compliance Frameworks

• Techniques for utilizing cloud security audits and compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR).
• Implementing security audits and assessments.
• Utilizing compliance reporting and documentation.
• Managing security audits.

Module 7: Cloud Security Monitoring and Incident Response

• Role of cloud security monitoring and incident response in protecting cloud assets.
• Understanding security information and event management (SIEM).
• Implementing incident response plans and protocols.
• Managing monitoring and response.

Module 8: Third-Party Risks, Ethics, and Measurement

• Techniques for managing third-party cloud vendor security and data sharing agreements.
• Implementing vendor risk assessments and contracts.
• Utilizing ethical considerations in cloud data processing.
• Managing cloud security metrics.

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 5 working days before commencement of the training.