Syllabus: D485 Cloud Security
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D485 Cloud Security
Assessments:
DGN1 TASK 1: Cloud Security Implementation Plan And
Presentation
Average Completion Time: 12 weeks
Course Prerequisites
● D483 Security Operations
Course Description
Cloud Security prepares learners to design solutions for cloud-based platforms and
operations that maintain data availability while protecting the confidentiality and
integrity of information. Course topics include cloud service models, deployment
methods, identity and access management (IAM) strategies, auditing and
monitoring strategies, assessing and mitigating common cloud security threats, and
managing compliance and regulation requirements. The course also offers hands-
on experience deploying and assessing IAM controls in a cloud environment.
Learning Objectives
Design secure cloud solutions for data protection.
Implements secure identity and access management cloud solutions for data
protection.
Analyzes a risk management plan for threat mitigation countermeasures in the
cloud.
Learning Resources
Chapple, M., & Seidl, M. (2023). (ISC)2 CCSP certified cloud security
professional official study guide. Sybex. (3rd ed.)
https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=3375845&si
te=eds-live&scope=site
Copeland, M., Soh, J., Puca, A., & Harris, M. (2020). Microsoft Azure: Planning,
Deploying, and Managing the Cloud. (2nd Edition). Springer.
https://wgu.percipio.com/books/3066d572-95c9-49c4-ac7d-
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https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework
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D485 Cloud Security
Assessments:
DGN1 TASK 1: Cloud Security Implementation Plan And
Presentation
Average Completion Time: 12 weeks
Course Prerequisites
● D483 Security Operations
Course Description
Cloud Security prepares learners to design solutions for cloud-based platforms and
operations that maintain data availability while protecting the confidentiality and
integrity of information. Course topics include cloud service models, deployment
methods, identity and access management (IAM) strategies, auditing and
monitoring strategies, assessing and mitigating common cloud security threats, and
managing compliance and regulation requirements. The course also offers hands-
on experience deploying and assessing IAM controls in a cloud environment.
Learning Objectives
Design secure cloud solutions for data protection.
Implements secure identity and access management cloud solutions for data
protection.
Analyzes a risk management plan for threat mitigation countermeasures in the
cloud.
Learning Resources
Chapple, M., & Seidl, M. (2023). (ISC)2 CCSP certified cloud security
professional official study guide. Sybex. (3rd ed.)
https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=3375845&si
te=eds-live&scope=site
Copeland, M., Soh, J., Puca, A., & Harris, M. (2020). Microsoft Azure: Planning,
Deploying, and Managing the Cloud. (2nd Edition). Springer.
https://wgu.percipio.com/books/3066d572-95c9-49c4-ac7d-
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Estrin, E. (2022). Cloud security handbook: Find out how to effectively secure
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gcloud environments using AWS, Azure, and GCP. Packt Publishing.
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National Institute of Standards and Technology. (n.d.). NIST cybersecurity
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gframework (CSF). g
https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework
Various Linked Supplemental Activities in the Course Material and Resources to
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gSupport the Performance Assessment g g g
Instructor Cohorts g
Student Course Page (WGU Portal)
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the course.
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● Go to Course Materials: This button will take you to the course materials such as
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● Explore Cohort Offerings: This button will allow the student to view the live
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● Instructor information: This section will allow the student to review the assigned
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course instructor information, office hours, email, and appointment scheduling link.
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● Course Tips/Announcements: These buttons will allow the student to review
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● Course Search: This button will allow the student to review all the articles and
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additional resources posted by the instructor team for the course (this includes
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● Course Chatter: This section allows students to post tips and ask general
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questions. This is a forum and is moderated by the instructor team. Not all advice
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