Certified Cloud Security Professional

In the ever-changing world of the cloud, you face unique security challenges every day — from new threats to sensitive data, to uneducated internal teams. Take command with the CCSP: the premier cloud security certification. The CCSP is a global credential that represents the highest standard for cloud security expertise. It was co-created by (ISC)² and Cloud Security Alliance — leading stewards for information security and cloud computing security. (ISC)² and the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) developed the Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) credential to ensure that cloud security professionals have the required knowledge, skills, and abilities in cloud security design, implementation, architecture, operations, controls, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. A CCSP applies information security expertise to a cloud computing environment and demonstrates competence in cloud security architecture, design, operations, and service orchestration.

 

This professional competence is measured against a globally recognized body of knowledge. The CCSP is a stand-alone credential that complements and builds upon existing credentials and educational programs, including (ISC)²’s Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and CSA’s Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK).

 

The CCSP is one of the hottest certifications on the market today. But is this cloud security certification right for you? The answer is yes if you:

Are an experienced IT professional who’s involved with IT architecture, web and cloud security engineering, information security, governance, risk and compliance or IT auditing.

Are heavily involved with the cloud (or you’d like to be) in a global environment. You’re responsible for migrating to, managing or advising on the integrity of cloud-based software, such as SalesForce, Office 365, Optum, Impact Cloud, JIRA Software, SharePoint or CTERA.

Are an early adopter who loves being on the leading edge of technology.

Are passionate about security.

Want to differentiate yourself (or your business).

Want to stay up-to-speed on rapidly evolving cloud technologies, threats and mitigation strategies.

In addition, many who pursue the CCSP find it useful for working with organizations committed to DevSecOps, Agile or Bimodal IT practices. The CCSP is ideal for those working in roles such as:

Enterprise Architect

Security Administrator

Systems Engineer

Security Architect

Security Consultant

Security Engineer

Security Manager

Systems Architect

 

Prerequisites

 

The knowledge and skills that a learner must have before attending this course is as follows:

A minimum of five years cumulative, paid, full-time work 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 Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).

Earning CSA’s CCSK certificate 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 credential can be substituted for the entire CCSP experience requirement.

 

Topics

 

Module 1: Architectural Concepts and Design Requirements

Module 2: Cloud Data Security

Module 3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security

Module 4: Cloud Application Security

Module 5: Operations

Module 6: Legal and Compliance