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Matthew Ulasien

Welcome to our deep dive into Identity and Access Management on the Google Cloud Platform. Identity and Access Management (IAM) is the process of managing *who* can do *what* on *which resources*, which we will explore as we proceed in this course. Properly managing access to your critical and sensitive resources is a fundamental skill required for any GCP administrator.

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Explores Identity and Access Management on the Google Cloud Platform, which is standard in the cloud computing industry
Matthew Ulasien are the course instructors, who are recognized for their expertise in cloud computing and security
Teaches skills that are core for any GCP administrator
Requires learners to come with an extensive background in IT, cloud computing, and GCP, which may be a barrier to some students

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Google Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM) Deep Dive with these activities:
Review IAM definitions and concepts
Review the core concepts of IAM, including permissions, roles, service accounts, and resource hierarchies, to ensure a strong foundation for the course.
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  • Re-read the IAM documentation.
  • Review the IAM whitepaper.
Practice creating and managing IAM policies
Gain hands-on experience by creating and managing IAM policies for different resources, experimenting with different permissions and roles to understand their impact.
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  • Create a new project in the GCP Console.
  • Add different members to the project with different roles.
  • Create a new IAM policy for the project.
  • Test the IAM policy by trying to perform different actions.
Create a cheat sheet of IAM best practices
Develop a customized cheat sheet summarizing the key best practices for IAM implementation, ensuring quick access to essential information during real-world scenarios.
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  • Research IAM best practices from reputable sources.
  • Summarize the key points in a concise and organized manner.
  • Create a visually appealing cheat sheet using tools like Google Slides or Canva.
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Career center

Learners who complete Google Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM) Deep Dive will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Identity and Access Management (IAM) Administrator
As an Identity and Access Management (IAM) Administrator, you will manage who has access to what resources in your organization's Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environment. This course will help you develop the skills needed to effectively manage IAM, ensuring that only authorized users have access to the resources they need.
Cloud Security Engineer
Cloud Security Engineers are responsible for securing cloud-based systems and applications. This course will help you develop the skills needed to understand and implement IAM policies, which are a critical part of cloud security.
DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineers work to bridge the gap between development and operations teams. They need to understand how to manage IAM policies to ensure that developers have the access they need to develop and deploy applications, while also ensuring that the environment remains secure.
Security Architect
Security Architects design and implement security solutions for organizations. They need to understand how to use IAM to control access to sensitive data and systems.
Cloud Architect
Cloud Architects design and build cloud-based solutions. They need to understand how to use IAM to manage access to cloud resources.
Systems Administrator
Systems Administrators manage and maintain computer systems and networks. They need to understand how to use IAM to control access to system resources.
Network Administrator
Network Administrators manage and maintain computer networks. They need to understand how to use IAM to control access to network resources.
Database Administrator
Database Administrators manage and maintain databases. They need to understand how to use IAM to control access to database resources.
Security Analyst
Security Analysts investigate and respond to security incidents. They need to understand how to use IAM to identify and mitigate security risks.
IT Auditor
IT Auditors evaluate the security of computer systems and networks. They need to understand how to use IAM to assess the effectiveness of security controls.
Risk Analyst
Risk Analysts identify and assess risks to an organization. They need to understand how to use IAM to mitigate risks related to access to information and resources.
Compliance Officer
Compliance Officers ensure that an organization complies with laws and regulations. They need to understand how to use IAM to manage access to information and resources in a compliant manner.
Information Security Manager
Information Security Managers are responsible for the security of an organization's information assets. They need to understand how to use IAM to control access to information and resources.
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
CISOs are responsible for the overall security of an organization's information assets. They need to understand how to use IAM to implement a comprehensive security strategy.
Information Governance Specialist
Information Governance Specialists develop and implement policies and procedures for managing information. They need to understand how to use IAM to control access to information and resources.

Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Google Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM) Deep Dive.
Provides best practices for using Identity and Access Management on Google Cloud Platform. It's a great resource for those who want to make sure they're using IAM correctly.
Provides a comprehensive overview of zero trust security, including a discussion of IAM as a key component of a zero trust architecture.
Would be useful for those who want to get a basic understanding of Identity and Access Management on Google Cloud Platform. It covers the basics of IAM and how it can be used to secure your cloud resources.
Provides a good overview of Identity and Access Management on Google Cloud Platform. It's a great starting point for those who are new to IAM.
Provides a good overview of the principles of Identity and Access Management. It's a great starting point for those who are new to IAM.
Provides a comprehensive introduction to cybersecurity, including a discussion of IAM as a key component of cybersecurity in the cloud.

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