Certified Cloud Security Professional – Self-paced (Incl. Exam Voucher)
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Introduction
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 ISC2 and Cloud Security Alliance — leading stewards for information security and cloud computing security. ISC2 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 ISC2’s Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and CSA’s Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK).
Audience profile
This training is intended for professionals who have at least five years of full-time IT experience, including three years in information security and at least one year in cloud security, and are pursuing CCSP certification to enhance credibility and career mobility. The seminar is ideal for those working in positions such as, but not limited to:
- Enterprise Architect
- Security Administrator
- Systems Engineer
- Security Architect
- Security Consultant
- Security Engineer
- Security Manager
- Systems Architect
- Cloud Architect
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
- Chief Information Officer (CIO)
- Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
- Engineer/Developer/Manager
- DevOps
- Enterprise Architect
- IT Contract Negotiator
- Security Analyst
- SecOps
- IT Risk and Compliance Manager
- Security Administrator
Pre-requisites
- Candidates must have at least five years of cumulative, paid 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 ISC2 CCSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK)
- Earning the Cloud Security Alliance’s CCSK certificate can be substituted for one year of experience in one or more of the six domains of the CCSP CBK
- Earning ISC2’s CISSP credential can be substituted for the entire CCSP experience requirement
- Earning a four-year college degree or regional equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology (IT) or related fields or an additional credential from the (ISC2 approved list will satisfy one year of the required experience
- Education credit will only satisfy one year of experience
- Part-time work and internships may also count towards your experience
- Full-Time Experience: Your work experience is accrued monthly
Thus, you must have worked a minimum of 35 hours/week for four weeks to accrue one month of work experience.
- Part-Time Experience: Your part-time experience cannot be less than 20 hours a week and no more than 34 hours a week
- 1040 hours of part-time = 6 months of full-time experience
- 2080 hours of part-time = 12 months of full-time experience
- Internship: Paid or unpaid internship is acceptable. You will need documentation on company/organisation letterhead confirming your position as an intern. If you are interning at a school, the document can be on the registrar’s stationery
What is Online Self-Paced Training?
ISC2 Self-Paced Training enables a flexible and engaging learning experience which gives you the freedom and confidence to move ahead on your schedule, without sacrificing quality for convenience. Throughout the entire learning experience, you have on-demand access to interactive learning content and industry topics to reinforce the material and increase your knowledge retention. Course activities which draw from real-world scenarios and a learning Plan helps you stay on track with your studies and help you prepare for your ISC2 certification exam.
What is included?
- 180-day access to official course content
- Self-Paced Online Adaptive Learning Journey
- Data-driven analytics dashboard providing real-time feedback on learner progress
- Robust search functionality to home in on topics
- Digital Textbook
- Knowledge checks
- Sliders to gauge confidence with question answers
- Key Takeaways
- Interactive content
- Online interactive flash cards
- Practical Assessment
- 24x7x365 chat technical support
How is the Self-Paced Course Accessed?
An access key and instructions will be sent via email after your purchase is complete.
Course objectives
On completion of this program, the participants will gain the following:
- Understand legal frameworks and guidelines that affect cloud services
- Recognize the fundamentals of data privacy regulatory/legislative mandates
- Assess risks, vulnerability, threats and attacks in the cloud environment
- Evaluate the design and plan for cloud infrastructure security controls
- Evaluate what is necessary to manage security operations
- Understand what operational controls and standards to implement
- Describe the types of cloud deployment models in the types of “as a service” cloud models currently available today
- Identify key terminology and associated definitions related to cloud technology. Be able to establish a common terminology for use within a team or workgroup
- Build a business case for cloud adoption and be able to determine with business units the benefits of the cloud and cloud migration strategies
Exam Domains |
Domain 1: Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design |
Domain 2: Cloud Data Security |
Domain 3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security |
Domain 4: Cloud Application Security |
Domain 5: Cloud Security Operations |
Domain 6: Legal, Risk and Compliance |
Course content
Chapter 1: Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design | |
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Chapter 2: Cloud Governance: Legal, Risk and Compliance | |
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Chapter 3: Cloud Data Security | |
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Chapter 5: Cloud Application Security | |
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Benefits of Certified Cloud Security Professional
For the Individual:
- Instant credibility and differentiation: Positioned as an authority figure on cloud security, proving proficiency to keep up with new technologies, developments and threats. Quickly conveys knowledge and inspires trust
- Unique recognition: The highest standard for cloud security expertise. Powered by two leading non-profits, it’s vendor-neutral, accredited and requires both practical knowledge and professional experience to earn
- Enhanced knowledge and skill set: Advanced knowledge and skills to stay ahead of cloud security best practices, evolving technologies and mitigation strategies
- Versatility: Vendor-neutral and multivendor knowledge can be applied across a variety of cloud platforms, increasing marketability and ensuring ability to protect sensitive data in a global environment
- Career advancement: Helps practitioners expand into cloud services and win new business. Helps SMEs move into more strategic roles
- Increased compensation: According to Certification Salary Survey 75 list, CCSPs reported an average annual salary of USD $138,610 in the U.S., USD $127,010 worldwide
For the Organisation:
- Ensure proper cloud security controls: Reinforce risk and legal requirements through cloud contract and SLAs with cloud service providers
- Governance, Risk and Compliance: Organisations seeking ISO 27000 certification benefit immensely from practitioners knowledgeable about ISO 27017/ 27018 cloud security standards
- Instant respect and credibility: Increase organisational integrity in the eyes of clients and other stakeholders
- Stay current: Ensure work teams are up to date on evolving cloud technologies, threats and mitigation strategies by meeting ISC2s Continuing Professional Education (CPE) requirements
Associated certifications and exam
ISC2 has an obligation to its membership to maintain the relevancy of the CCSP. Conducted at regular intervals, the Job Task Analysis (JTA) is a methodical and critical process of determining the tasks that are performed by security professionals who are engaged in the profession defined by the CCSP. The results of the JTA are used to update the examination. This process ensures that candidates are tested on the topic areas relevant to the roles and responsibilities of today’s practicing information security professionals focusing on cloud technologies.
Associate of ISC2: A candidate who doesn’t have the required experience may become an Associate of ISC2 by successfully passing the CCSP examination. The Associate of ISC2 will then have six years to earn the five years of cumulative, paid 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 ISC2 CCSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).
Exam Details | Certified Cloud Security Professional |
Exam Title | CCSP |
Number of Questions/Practical Challenges | 150 Questions |
Test Duration | 4 Hours |
Test Format | Multiple choice questions |
Test Delivery | Pearson VUE
Testing Centre |
Availability | Chinese, English, German, Japanese, Korean, Spanish |
Passing Score | 700/1000 |
ISC2 Overview
In an increasingly complex cyber world, there is a growing need for information security leaders who possess the breadth and depth of expertise necessary to establish holistic security programs that assure the protection of an organisations information assets.
ISC2 is an international non-profit membership association focused on inspiring a safe and secure cyber world. Today, based in the United States, ISC2 serves its global membership from its headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, along with a portfolio of credentials and world-class education programs in the form of vendor-neutral education products and career services.
Best known for the acclaimed Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP®) certification, ISC2 offers a portfolio of credentials that are part of a holistic, programmatic approach to security.
ISC2 members, candidates and associates, nearly 675,000 strong, are made up of certified cyber, information, software and infrastructure security professionals who are making a difference and helping to advance the industry. ISC2 members represent an elite, global network of dedicated cybersecurity professionals – preeminent experts in their field – who have committed themselves to the highest ethical standards and best practices. All members are certified professionals who have passed ISC2 examinations attesting to skill and knowledge in their field. Through their ISC2 certification, they have demonstrated superior competency and devoted themselves to making the cyber world a safer place for all.
Torque IT is the longest standing Official Training Partner (OTP) in South Africa and has maintained the status of one of the leading ISC2 accredited training organizations in South Africa. Torque IT remains the Only Preferred OTP in the South Africa. As a leading and established training provider of cybersecurity education and certification, Torque IT is committed to expanding our offerings and promoting cybersecurity awareness and expertise across all ISC2 Certifications and throughout South Africa and various African countries.