Palo Alto Networks Cloud Security Fundamentals from Coursera

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Cloud Security Fundamentals - Module 1: Course Information

In the Cloud Security Fundamentals course, students will learn basic principles associated with securing the cloud and SaaS-based applications through Secure Access Service Edge architecture and identify concepts required to recognize and potentially mitigate attacks against traditional and hybrid datacenters as well as mission critical infrastructure. Students will also learn how to initially setup and configure containers on a docker bridge network and test the container security through the use of vulnerability scans and reports.

Cloud Security Fundamentals Module 2: Cloud Computing Models

The Cloud Computing Models learning activities help you analyze different public, private and hybrid cloud service and deployment models and also the shared responsibility model. Students evaluate virtual machine and network services that are utilized for cloud content deliveries, and focus directly on employing Next Generation Firewall technologies - NGFW - to protect data and prevent exploits.

Cloud Security Fundamentals Module 3: Cloud Native Technologies

Module 3 - Cloud Native Technologies - explores the underlying infrastructures of virtual machines, containers and serverless computing that are collectively known as the 'cloud'.

Cloud Security Fundamentals Module 4: Cloud Native Security

The Cloud Native Security module introduces the 4 C's: Cloud, Clusters, Containers and Code, and evaluates DevOps and DevSecOps best practices. It describes the CI/CP pipeline concepts of Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery, and addresses complexities associated with Visibility, Governance and Compliance.

Cloud Security Fundamentals Module 5 - Hybrid Data Center Security

Module 5 - Hybrid Data Center Security - analyzes the ways effective Data and Data services security protects data traffic for both internal (east - west) and external (north-south) data requests.

Cloud Security Fundamentals Module 6: Secure the Cloud with Prisma

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Know what's good

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Covers cloud fundamentals, security principles, and industry best practices

Designed for students with a basic understanding of cloud computing concepts

Taught by James Dalton, an experienced security professional

Explores core cloud native technologies like virtual machines, containers, and serverless computing

Provides hands-on experience with vulnerability scanning and security testing

May require additional resources or knowledge for students with limited cloud security experience

Reviews summary

Well-regarded security fundamentals course

According to students, this fundamentals course is regarded as a great way to learn the basics of cloud security. Learners say that it is comprehensive and provides a lot of useful information that is relevant to real-world scenarios. Students highly recommend it to those who are comfortable with self-study using reading materials and who are looking for a deep understanding of cloud security.

Covers a wide range of topics related to cloud security, including Palo Alto Networks products and capabilities.

"Very comprehensive coverage both of the topic as well as Palo Alto Networks products and their capabilities as well as features!"

"it was great doing this course."

Provides lots of relevant, up-to-date information about cloud security fundamentals.

"Excellent! Lots of very useful in-depth information."

"Great course, thank you."

Some course materials contain inaccuracies and inconsistencies.

"I'll need to review content found in the program for inaccuracies."

"Some information found in PDF files seems to contradict what's found in others provided in this certificate program."

Quizzes may have errors and may not be graded accurately.

"The final quiz and the others for the two classes I have in progress keep changing, but some quizzes are not changing or getting easier to handle."

"tests are not checked for errors resulting in bad grading unless a user retries and answers wrong on purpose just to get that 100% grade."

Course is primarily based on reading materials with few video tutorials.

"This course has covered cloud security topics in depth. The provided course material is also great. However, the course contains very less number of video tutorials therefore, those who are comfortable in reading books/course material, and are able to understand by reading the resources oneself are recommended to join."

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 Palo Alto Networks Cloud Security Fundamentals with these activities:

Review basic networking concepts

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Sharpen existing networking knowledge which will be useful for understanding network security concepts

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Revisit OSI model layers and network protocols
Review basics of routing and switching

Complete AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Tutorial

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Gain a structured understanding of foundational cloud computing concepts covered in the course

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Enroll in the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner tutorial
Go through the tutorial modules and complete the exercises

Attend a Cloud Security Workshop

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Gain hands-on experience and learn from industry experts in a collaborative setting

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Identify and register for a relevant Cloud Security workshop
Attend the workshop and actively participate in discussions

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Cloud Security Quiz

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Test your understanding of key cloud security concepts and identify areas for improvement

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Take the Cloud Security Quiz
Review the results and focus on improving weaker areas

Read 'Cloud Security: A Comprehensive Guide to Secure Cloud Computing'

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Expand your knowledge of cloud security best practices and industry standards

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Read selected chapters relevant to the course topics
Summarize key concepts and apply them to real-world scenarios

Design a Cloud Security Architecture Diagram

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Apply your knowledge of cloud security principles to design a secure cloud architecture

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Identify the components of a cloud security architecture
Design a diagram that outlines the architecture
Describe the security measures implemented in the architecture

Volunteer at a Cybersecurity Organization

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Apply your knowledge in a practical setting and contribute to the cybersecurity community

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Identify volunteer opportunities at cybersecurity organizations
Apply for and secure a volunteer position

Contribute to a Cloud Security Open Source Project

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Engage with the cloud security community and contribute to the development of open-source tools

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Identify a relevant Cloud Security open-source project
Review the project documentation and identify ways to contribute

Career center

Learners who complete Palo Alto Networks Cloud Security Fundamentals will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Security Analyst

Cloud Security Analysts are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud security systems and processes to protect data and applications in the cloud. This course helps build a foundation in securing cloud and SaaS-based applications and can support success in this role.

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Cloud Software Engineer

Cloud Software Engineers design, develop, and implement software applications in the cloud. This course provides an overview of cloud computing models, cloud native technologies, and cloud security fundamentals, which are essential concepts for success in this field.

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Security Architect

Security Architects are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing an organization's security infrastructure. This course provides a foundation in cloud security fundamentals, which is essential for success in this field.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing security systems and processes. This course provides a foundation in cloud security fundamentals, which is essential for success in this field.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analysts are responsible for analyzing security vulnerabilities, identifying threats, and recommending and implementing security solutions to protect networks and systems. This course helps build a foundation in cloud security and cloud computing models, which are relevant to this role.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts are responsible for protecting an organization's information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course helps build a foundation in cloud security and cloud computing models, which are relevant to this role.

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Security Consultant

Security Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to improve their security posture. This course helps build a foundation in cloud security and cloud computing models, which are relevant to this role.

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Penetration Tester

Penetration Testers are responsible for identifying vulnerabilities in computer networks and systems by simulating attacks. This course helps build a foundation in cloud security and cloud computing models, which are relevant to this role.

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Data Security Analyst

Data Security Analysts are responsible for protecting an organization's data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course provides foundational knowledge about cloud security fundamentals, which is essential for success in this field.

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Site Reliability Engineer

Site Reliability Engineers are responsible for the reliability and performance of software systems. This course provides knowledge about cloud computing models and cloud security fundamentals, which are essential concepts for success in this field.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer networks. This course provides knowledge about cloud computing models and cloud security fundamentals, which are essential concepts for success in this field.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for managing and maintaining computer systems and networks. This course provides knowledge about cloud computing models and cloud security fundamentals, which are essential concepts for success in this field.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams to streamline software delivery. This course may be useful in providing foundational knowledge about cloud native technologies and cloud security, which are relevant to this role.

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Software Developer

Software Developers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. This course may be useful in providing foundational knowledge about cloud native technologies and cloud security, which are relevant to this role.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects are highly skilled IT professionals responsible for understanding how the cloud meets the business requirements of their organization. They manage, plan, and design a company's cloud computing strategy. This course may be useful in providing foundational knowledge about cloud concepts and technologies relevant to this role.

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