Learning Objectives

• Understand the shared responsibility model in cloud security
• Identify and exploit common cloud misconfigurations
• Master cloud-native attack techniques and lateral movement
• Implement robust security measures for cloud environments
• Perform security assessments of containerized applications
• Develop automated tools for cloud security testing and monitoring

Requirements

• Strong understanding of networking and web technologies
• Familiarity with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Basic knowledge of containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash)
• Understanding of identity and access management concepts

Modules

1. Cloud Security Fundamentals and Shared Responsibility Model
2. Identity and Access Management in the Cloud
3. Securing Cloud Storage and Databases
4. Network Security in Cloud Environments
5. Containerization Security (Docker and Kubernetes)
6. Serverless Security Challenges
7. Cloud-Native Attacks and Lateral Movement Techniques
8. Monitoring and Logging in Cloud Environments
9. Automated Cloud Security Testing and Continuous Compliance
10. Incident Response and Forensics in the Cloud