Top certification in cloud security
The cloud computing industry has grown at a rapid pace in recent years. The number of organizations adopting cloud-based services is increasing day by day. The cloud is emerging as a significant platform that has changed the organizations in many ways. Nowadays, organizations are implementing cloud-based programming, infrastructure, and platforms to utilize their resources better and lessen costs. Many organizations have acknowledged how this technology has benefitted them. It has completely changed the IT environment of the organizations.
However, the security of IT infrastructure and other valuable assets remains a topmost concern of enterprises. As the number of organizations moving toward cloud services is increasing continuously, cloud security is the necessity being emphasized by the leading organizations. In recent years, an enormous demand has been witnessed for highly skilled cloud security professionals, capable of securing the cloud framework and ensuring the safety of consumers’ information.
Earning a cloud security certification will help you gain a deep insight into the cloud security domain and provide you with a competitive edge in this rapidly growing market. In this article, we have discussed the top cloud security certifications to forge a successful career in the cloud security domain.
Certificate of cloud security knowledge
Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK) is the first credential of the industry for cloud security. It is a knowledge-based certificate designed by the Cloud security alliance (CSA) to ensure that a large number of professionals are aware of the potential threats and can implement the best security measures to secure cloud computing. It is one of the top cloud computing certification programs.
The certification validates a candidate’s ability to develop and secure the cloud environment while adhering to the standards accepted globally. The candidates learn to employ the best security measures and deal with cloud security governance and security controls.
Domains covered in CCSK
- Cloud computing concepts and architecture
- Governance and risk management
- Legal issues contracts, and electronic discovery
- Compliance and audit management
- Information governance
- Management plane and business continuity
- Infrastructure security
- Virtualization and containers
- Incidence response
- Application security
- Data security and encryption
- Identity, Entitlement and access management
- Security as a service
- Related technologies
- Cloud Control Matrix
- ENISA Recommendations
CCSK Exam details: CCSK is a web-based examination. It can be taken from anywhere. Candidates have to attempt 60 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) in 90 minutes and have to score 80% to clear the examination successfully. The exam is available in the English language.
Recommended experience or Knowledge
No work experience is required, but it is recommended to have a basic understanding of security fundamentals such as firewalls, encryption, identity & access management, and security developments.
Certified cloud security professional (CCSP)
Certified cloud security professional (CCSP) is a globally recognized certification developed by (ISC)2 and the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA). The certification showcases the certification holder’s advanced skills and expertise to design, manage, and protect data, applications, and architecture in a cloud environment while adhering to the established practices, policies, and procedures. the advantages of earning a CCSP certificate are as following:
- Certification provides you Instant Credibility.
- It gives you recognition in the industry.
- The CCSP certification validates that you’re better equipped to protect sensitive data in a cloud-based environment.
- It will increase the chances of employability and help you secure a higher position in your organization.
Domains covered in CCSP certification and their weightage in examination
- Domain 1. Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design (17%)
- Domain 2. Cloud Data Security (19%)
- Domain 3. Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security (17%)
- Domain 4. Cloud Application Security (17%)
- Domain 5. Cloud Security Operations (17%)
- Domain 6. Legal, Risk, and Compliance (13%)
CCSP Exam details: candidates have to attempt 125 multiple choice questions in three hours and have to score 700 points out of 1000.
Recommended experience
- participants must have a minimum of five years of experience in information technology, of which three years must be in information security and one year in one or more of the six domains of the CCSP CBK.
- Earning the CCSK certification can be substituted for one year of experience in one or more of the six domains of the CCSP CBK.
- Earning (ISC) 2’s CISSP certification can be substituted for the entire CCSP experience requirement.
- A candidate that doesn’t have the required experience to become a CCSP may become an Associate of (ISC)². Candidates have to pass the CCSP examination successfully. The Associate of (ISC)² will then have 6 years to earn the 5 years required experience.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect- Associate
The AWS certified solutions architect associate certification is developed for those professionals who perform the role of a solutions architect. This course enables participants to learn how to architect, deploy secure and robust applications on AWS Cloud. This AWS solutions architect associate training upskills a candidate’s overall AWS architecture knowledge. The certification validates a candidate’s skills to:
- Design secure and robust applications on the AWS cloud platform.
- Define and design architectural solutions based on customer requirements.
- Offer best implementation practices and guidance throughout the project life cycle.
The certification will help you understand the latest trends in AWS (Amazon web services), which is the largest cloud service provider in the market. The certification will also help you secure a well-paid job in the cloud security domain.
Domains of AWS Certified Solutions Architect- associate certification and their weightage in exam
- Design resilient architecture (30%)
- Design High-performing architecture (28%)
- Design secure applications and architectures (24%)
- Design cost-optimized architectures (18%)
Exam Details
The exam comprises of two types of questions:
- Multiple choice questions: Only one option is correct out of the four options.
- Multiple response questions: Two responses are correct out of five response options.
The exam may contain some unscored items that are placed there just to collect statistical information. There is no negative marking (penalty) for guessing in the examination.
Exam details
Candidates have 130 minutes and score 720 points out of 1000 to pass the exam successfully.
Recommended experience & Knowledge
- It is required to have one year of hands-on experience in developing available, cost-effective, robust, and scalable distributed systems on AWS.
- Hands-on experience of utilizing AWS services such as networking, storage, and database is required.
- Experience of deployment and management services in AWS.
- Candidates must possess an ability to detect and define technical requirements for an AWS-based application.
AWS Certified Solutions Architect- professional
AWS solutions architect professional (SAP-C01) course is designed to enhance the technical Knowledge and practical skills of candidates to understand AWS better. AWS CSAP is a challenging certification validating a candidate’s abilities to:
- Design and deploy highly scalable, available, robust, and reliable applications on the AWS platform.
- Relocate complex and multi-tier applications.
- Select appropriate services to develop and deploy applications as per requirement.
- Design and perform enterprise-based operations on the AWS platform.
- Employ cost-control strategies.
Domains of AWS certified solution architect- professional certification with exam weightage
- Design for organizational complexity (12.5%)
- Design for new solutions (31%)
- Migration planning (15%)
- Cost control (12.5%)
- Continuous improvement for existing solutions (29%)
Exam Details
The exam comprises of two types of questions:
- Multiple choice questions: Only one option is correct out of the four options.
- Multiple response questions: Two responses are correct out of five response options.
The exam may contain some unscored items that are placed there just to collect statistical information. There is no negative marking (penalty) for guessing in the examination.
Exam details
Candidates have 180 minutes to complete the exam and score 750 points out of 1000 to pass the exam successfully.
Recommended experience
- It is recommended to have two or more years of hands-on experience in designing and deploying cloud architecture on the AWS cloud platform.
- Candidates must possess the ability to assess requirements for cloud application and make architectural recommendations for implementation, deployment, and provisioning applications on the AWS cloud platform.
AZ-500: Microsoft Azure security technology certification
AZ 500- Microsoft Azure Security Technologies certification course aims to enhance the latest Knowledge and skillset of professionals who are involved in the implementation of security controls, Maintenance of the security posture, management of identity and access, protection of data, applications, and networks.
After the successful completion of the AZ 500- Microsoft Azure Security Technologies course, candidates will be able to identify and repair vulnerabilities, implement threat protection, and respond to incidents related to cloud security.
Skills measured in the exam
- Manage identity and access (30-35%)
- Implement platform protection (15-20%)
- Manage security operations (25-30%)
- Secure data and applications (20-25%)
Exam details
Languages: English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified), Korean
Retirement date: none
Prerequisite
- It is recommended to have Knowledge of Microsoft Azure administrator associate.
- Candidates must have Knowledge of basic IT security principles.
- Exam Cost varies according to the region.
Google professional cloud security engineer certification
Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification validates the candidate’s technical understanding for designing and implementing secure organizational infrastructure on the Google Cloud Platform. The certification course targets to instill the Knowledge of the best security practices and the security measures as per the requirements of the industry. The candidates hone their skills in designing, development, and managing a secure infrastructure that would leverage recent Google security technologies. The certification enables aspirants to become certified security professionals who have proficiency in the cloud security domain and expertly explain the core essentials of cloud security.
The Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification help acquiring competencies in:
- Configuring access in the cloud solution environment
- Configuring sound network security
- Ensuring utmost data protection
- Managing various operations in the cloud solution environment
- Ensuring the enforcement of compliance with the cloud solutions
Exam details
The Google professional cloud security engineer exam consists of multiple-choice and response-based questions. The duration of the examination is 2 hours.
Recommended experience
It is recommended to have an industry experience of 3+ years of including 1+ years designing and managing solutions using Google Cloud Platform.
Exam Duration: 2 Hours
Exam Cost: $200
AWS certified security-specialty (SCS-C01) Certification
AWS Certified Security-specialty Course is designed to train the participants on the significant components in AWS technology. The certification emphasizes teaching the best security practices to secure data and information systems in the cloud.
AWS certified security- specialty is a perfect choice for those candidates who already hold an Associate Level certification or equivalent and is looking forward to gaining expertise in advanced cloud security. Some of the advantages of AWS certified Security Certification are as following:
- It Authenticates the technical expertise of a candidate to design, deploy, and operate AWS applications.
- The employers prefer it for job roles due to its full recognition of Knowledge and skills.
- It helps a candidate to secure a better job and salary hikes.
The AWS certified security certification covers the following domains:
- Incident Response
- Logging and Monitoring
- Infrastructure Security
- Identity and Access Management
- Data Protection
Exam details
Candidates have to attempt 125 multiple-choice questions within 170 minutes and score 750 points out of 1000 to pass the exam successfully.
Recommended experience
- A minimum of 5 years of IT security experience, designing and implementing security solutions
- At least 2 years of hands-on experience securing AWS workloads
- Security controls for workloads on AWS
The Cloud Security Expert
‘The cloud security expert’ is a combo training course for AWS certified security and certified cloud security professional (CCSP) to allow IT professionals, to excel in cloud security. The training program helps the participants to get through AWS Certified Security Specialty and CCSP Certification examinations.
InfoSec Train’s ‘Cloud Security Expert’ Certification training helps to get an in-depth understanding of all the domains covered in the curriculum of AWS certified Security (SCS-C01) and CCSP certification courses. It enables a professional to stand out with his/her skill in the field of Cloud Security.
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