CompTIA Cloud+: Security from Pluralsight

This course will prepare you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam. This includes a review of the different concepts, systems, laws and regulations that all must be considered when securing a cloud solution.

Understanding how to secure your architecture and data in the cloud is critical. In this course, CompTIA Cloud+: Security, you’ll have an overview of all the concepts and skills needed to adequately secure your cloud solution. First, you’ll explore identity and access management. Next, you’ll discover networking best practices as it relates to security. Next, you’ll learn about operating system and application security. Then, you’ll learn data security concepts including encryption, integrity, and classification as well the laws and regulations that affect data security implementation. Finally, you’ll learn security requirements and incident response. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of cloud security needed to secure your cloud solutions and pass Domain 2 of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Syllabus

Course Overview

Discussing Identity and Access Management Solutions and Concepts

Reviewing Network Concepts to Secure Cloud Solutions

Understanding OS and Application Security Controls

Analyzing Cloud Data Security and Compliance

Assessing Actions to Meet Security Requirements

Examining Incident Response Requirements

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Examines data security practices and policies that are vital to the protection of information in the cloud

Provides an overview of the fundamentals of cloud security, focusing on the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam

Suitable for beginners with little to no background in cloud security

Taught by Sean Wilkins, an experienced instructor in cloud security

Requires students to actively engage with the material and complete timed assessments

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 CompTIA Cloud+: Security with these activities:

Organize and Review Course Materials

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Prepare for effective knowledge retention and recall.

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Gather and organize notes, quizzes, and exams.
Review the materials regularly.

Review 'Cloud Security for Dummies' by David Clinton

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Build a solid foundation in cloud security concepts and best practices.

View AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Study Guide... on Amazon

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Read the book and take notes on key concepts.
Discuss the concepts with a classmate or mentor.

Follow Tutorials on Cloud Networking for Security

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Enhance your understanding of secure cloud network configurations.

Browse courses on Cloud Networking

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Identify reliable sources for cloud networking tutorials.
Select tutorials that align with your learning objectives.
Follow the tutorials and complete the exercises.

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Practice Identity and Access Management Scenarios

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Prepare for managing identity and access controls in your cloud solutions.

Browse courses on Identity and Access Management

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Review IAM concepts and best practices.
Simulate different IAM scenarios.
Analyze the results and identify areas for improvement.

Practice Implementing OS and Application Security Controls

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Gain practical experience in securing your cloud systems at the OS and application levels.

Browse courses on Operating System Security

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Review common OS and application security vulnerabilities.
Implement hardening measures for your OS and applications.
Monitor your systems for security events.

Create a Cloud Data Security Policy

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Develop a comprehensive policy for securing data in your cloud environment.

Browse courses on Data Security

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Review industry best practices for data security.
Identify the specific data security requirements for your organization.
Draft the policy and circulate it for feedback.
Finalize and implement the policy.

Discuss Security Incident Response with Peers

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Share knowledge and insights on responding to security incidents in the cloud.

Browse courses on Incident Response

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Identify peers in your class or industry who have experience in incident response.
Schedule a time to meet and discuss different incident scenarios.
Share best practices and lessons learned.

Review CompTIA Cloud+ Exam Questions on Security

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Test your understanding and prepare for the CompTIA Cloud+ Security exam.

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Identify reputable sources for CompTIA Cloud+ exam questions.
Practice answering the questions within the time constraints.
Review your answers and identify areas for improvement.

Career center

Learners who complete CompTIA Cloud+: Security will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineers navigate challenges in cloud computing, including multi-tenancy and virtualization. This course helps build a foundation for career success as a Cloud Security Engineer by covering secure cloud architecture and data, data encryption, and cloud laws and regulations. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design, build, and manage cloud solutions, including architecture and data security. This course is relevant to Cloud Architects because it provides security solutions and concepts for cloud solutions, including proper network configuration and operating system and application security. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Data Security Analyst

Data Security Analysts help protect an organization's data from unauthorized access and misuse. This course may be useful to Data Security Analysts because it provides concepts of cloud data security, including encryption and integrity, as well as laws and regulations that affect data security implementation. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Security Analyst

Security Analysts analyze and monitor computer systems to detect and respond to security breaches. This course may be useful to Security Analysts because it provides concepts of identity and access management, network security, and data security in the cloud. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Cloud Solutions Architect

Cloud Solutions Architects help design, build, and manage cloud solutions for organizations. This course may be useful for Cloud Solutions Architects because it provides concepts of identity and access management, network security, and data security in the cloud, including laws and regulations. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work to bridge the gap between development and operations teams. This course may be useful for DevOps Engineers because it provides concepts of identity and access management, network security, and data security in the cloud. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers design, build, and maintain cloud infrastructure. This course may be useful for Cloud Engineers because it provides concepts of identity and access management, network security, and data security in the cloud. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, build, and maintain computer systems. This course may be useful for Systems Engineers because it provides concepts of identity and access management, network security, and data security in the cloud. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Cloud Security Consultant

Cloud Security Consultants help organizations implement and manage cloud security solutions. This course may be useful for Cloud Security Consultants because it provides concepts of identity and access management, network security, and data security in the cloud. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, build, and maintain computer networks. This course may be useful for Network Engineers because it provides concepts of network security in the cloud, including networking best practices. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Penetration Tester

Penetration Testers assess the security of computer systems by simulating attacks. This course may be useful for Penetration Testers because it provides concepts of identity and access management, network security, and data security in the cloud. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's information assets. This course may be useful for Information Security Analysts because it provides concepts of identity and access management, network security, and data security in the cloud. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Security Manager

Security Managers plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's assets. This course may be useful for Security Managers because it provides concepts of identity and access management, network security, and data security in the cloud, including security requirements and incident response. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Incident Responder

Incident Responders investigate and respond to security incidents. This course may be useful for Incident Responders because it provides concepts of incident response, including security requirements and incident response requirements. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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Compliance Auditor

Compliance Auditors ensure that organizations comply with laws and regulations. This course may be useful for Compliance Auditors because it provides concepts of data security and compliance, including laws and regulations that affect data security implementation. It prepares you for the Security domain of the CompTIA Cloud+ exam.

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