Cloud Security Accelerator
Breezelow’s Cloud Security Accelerator course is designed for professionals looking to secure cloud environments against modern cyber threats. With organizations increasingly adopting cloud-first strategies, the need for strong security architectures, compliance frameworks, and proactive threat management has never been greater. This course covers advanced topics such as multi-cloud security, identity management, container and serverless security, and cloud-native threat detection.
The course is delivered remotely and asynchronously, ensuring flexibility for learners to engage with content at their own pace. However, live Q&A sessions and interactive labs are recommended for hands-on experience. Breezelow’s career services will support graduates with resume guidance, interview preparation, and job placement assistance, ensuring they are well-positioned for cloud security roles.
NEXT COHORT
March 3 - April 20 2025
MODALITY
Online, live & on-demand
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
February 15, 2025
Who is this for?
As organizations move to the cloud, security risks grow. This course is for professionals looking to secure cloud environments and implement enterprise-grade protections. Ideal for:
Cybersecurity professionals looking to specialize in cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Cloud engineers & architects who need to integrate security into cloud infrastructures.
IT administrators & DevOps professionals managing cloud-based applications.
Compliance & risk professionals responsible for securing cloud operations.
If you want to gain hands-on experience in cloud security and master IAM, encryption, and threat detection, this course is for you.
- Shared Responsibility Model – Security responsibilities across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
- Cloud Security Frameworks – NIST, CIS Benchmarks, ISO 27017
- Multi-cloud Security Considerations – Differences across AWS, Azure, and GCP
- Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM) – Policies, roles, and least privilege
- Zero Trust in the Cloud – Implementing identity-driven security
- Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP) – Automated security monitoring
- Virtual Machines & Server Security – Hardening techniques and logging strategies
- Cloud-Native Storage Security – Encrypting S3, Blob, Cloud Storage, and EFS
- Container Security – Securing Docker and Kubernetes workloads
- Secrets Management – Using AWS Secrets Manager, HashiCorp Vault, and Azure Key Vault
- Cloud IAM Best Practices – Role-based access control (RBAC) vs. Attribute-based access control (ABAC)
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO)
- Identity Federation and OAuth 2.0 in Cloud Security
- Privileged Access Management (PAM) for Cloud Environments
- Monitoring and Analyzing Cloud Access Logs for Anomalies
- Serverless Security Risks – Protecting AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, and Google Cloud Functions
- API Security Best Practices – OAuth, JWTs, and API gateways
- Securing Microservices Architectures – Service mesh security (Istio, Linkerd)
- Rate Limiting, DDoS Protection, and API Abuse Prevention
- Cloud-Native WAF Solutions – AWS WAF, Azure Front Door, Cloud Armor
- Cloud SIEM Solutions – AWS Security Hub, Azure Sentinel, Google Chronicle
- Automating Threat Detection with AI and ML – Security analytics in the cloud
- Cloud Incident Response Playbooks – Handling cloud breaches and account takeovers
- Logging and Monitoring Best Practices – CloudTrail, CloudWatch, Azure Monitor
- Digital Forensics in Cloud Environments – Investigating cloud-based attacks
- Cloud Compliance Frameworks – GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, FedRAMP
- Security Configuration Management – Using CIS Benchmarks
- Automating Cloud Compliance with Policy-as-Code – Open Policy Agent (OPA)
- Cloud Data Protection Strategies – Encryption, tokenization, and DLP
- Cloud Security Auditing and Governance Best Practices
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Security – Securing Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and Azure Bicep
- DevSecOps Pipelines – Integrating security testing in CI/CD workflows
- Automating Security with Cloud-Native Tools – AWS Config, Azure Security Center, GCP SCC
- Security as Code – Writing security policies in YAML, JSON, and HCL
- AI-Powered Cloud Security Automation – Using machine learning for predictive threat detection
This course prepares you for the following certifications
Frequently asked questions
All our courses are delivered online, allowing you to learn from anywhere in the world. We offer a mix of live sessions and on-demand recordings so you can follow the course at your own pace.
Live attendance is recommended to interact with instructors and ask questions in real time, but all sessions are recorded and available for replay if you can’t attend.
We recommend a few hours per week for lectures, assignments, and hands-on exercises, but the schedule is flexible, and you can progress at your own pace.
All necessary tools and platforms will be provided or are freely available. You’ll receive setup instructions at the start of the course.
Yes! You’ll be able to ask questions during live sessions, engage in discussion forums, and receive support from our team throughout the course.
- Authentication vs. Authorization
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) & Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)
- Federated identity: SAML, OpenID Connect, OAuth 2.0
- Active Directory security & LDAP authentication
Since all materials are recorded, you can catch up at any time. If needed, we also offer options to defer to a later cohort.
Upon completion, you’ll receive a certificate of completion, and the courses are designed to help you prepare for industry-recognized certifications.
We provide resume assistance, interview coaching, and job placement support to help you take the next step in your career.
Simply click the “Enroll Now” button, complete your registration, and you’ll receive all the details to get started.
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