Who is this Cloud Data and Application Security course ideal for?

The course is ideal for IT professionals, security enthusiasts, and cloud practitioners, as well as anyone interested in securing data and applications in a modern cloud environment.

What background do I need to join this course?

Youdon’t have to be an expert in thecloud. Basic IT or security knowledge is useful, but the course gradually takes you through everything from fundamental cloud data concepts to practical application security skills.

Does this course help me prepare for advanced cloud security certifications?

It develops good ground-level knowledge, such as data security,application security, and governance, which is indeed aligned closely with certifications suchasCCSP or AWS Security/Azure Security.

How does this course prepare me for real-world cloud security roles?

You will developexpertisein securing cloud apps,detectingand responding to attacks, understanding AWS risk and compliance, and mastering the protection of all the other AWS cloud features that organizations can use.

What practical skills will I gain?

You’llunderstand encryption, key management, secure SDLC,DevSecOps, threat modeling, SAST/DAST testing, APIsecurity,and the OWASP Top 10 defenses, as well as data governance basics such as audit trails and SLAs.

How does this course support my cybersecurity career?

Youacquireskills in high demand for positions such as Cloud Security Analyst, AppSec Engineer,DevSecOpsSpecialist, and Security Consultant—a strong foundationfor pursuing advanced certifications.

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Cloud Data & Application Security

Cloud Data & Application Security

本课程是 Certified Cloud Security Professional Exam Prep 专项课程的一部分

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自行安排学习进度

您将学到什么

Understand the cloud data lifecycle, applyencryptionand key management, and use privacy andloss-preventioncontrols to protect information.
Strengthen cloud apps using secure SDLC, threat modeling,DevSecOpspractices, and security testing techniques like SAST, DAST, and validation.
Identifycloud application risks, prevent injection attacks, and secure APIs and interfaces using core OWASP principles and defensive controls.
Build governance skills through regulatory mapping, risk assessment, mitigation steps, audit trails, stewardship, and strong data management.

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Protecting data and applications in the cloud is more critical than ever—and this course shows you exactly how it’s done. Cloud Data and Application Security takes you on a practical journey through the core defenses that keep cloud systems trustworthy and resilient.

Start by learning about cloud data lifecycle, how encryption and key management keep sensitive data safe, and the role of data privacy, loss prevention, and breach impacts in today's security strategies. Then move on to protecting your cloud applications. Discover secure SDLC, threat modeling & DevSecOps best practices, and security testing methods, including SAST & DAST. Learn to identify common cloud app vulnerabilities, prevent injection attacks, and strengthen APIs and interfaces using OWASP Top 10 principles. Finally, develop a strong governance mindset as you navigate regulatory requirements, risk assessment, reporting, mitigation, and key data governance strategies, including stewardship, audit trails, and SLAs. By the end, you’ll have the skills to confidently secure data and applications across any cloud environment.

单元详情

This section explores how data is created, stored, transmitted, classified, encrypted, and protected throughout its lifecycle in the cloud. It covers key management, tokenization, masking, anonymization, privacy regulations, and how breaches impact real-world organizations.

涵盖的内容

19个视频6个作业

19个视频总计89分钟

Course Introduction4分钟
Data Lifecycle4分钟
Data in Motion, At Rest, In Use4分钟
Data Classification Levels5分钟
Data Ownership5分钟
Data Mapping5分钟
Data Residency Requirements5分钟
Symmetric/Asymmetric Encryption4分钟
TLS/SSL4分钟
Cloud Key Management5分钟
BYOK and HYOK4分钟
Key Rotation5分钟
Encryption Best Practices5分钟
Tokenization and Masking5分钟
Data Anonymization5分钟
DLP Tools5分钟
Privacy Regulations5分钟
Data Localization5分钟
Impact of Data Breaches5分钟

6个作业总计84分钟

Understanding the Data Lifecycle12分钟
Encryption and Key Management12分钟
Data Privacy and Loss Prevention12分钟
Understanding the Data Lifecycle18分钟
Encryption and Key Management12分钟
Data Privacy and Loss Prevention18分钟

This section focuses on securing cloud applications through secure SDLC, threat modeling, DevSecOps practices, and defense against common vulnerabilities. It deepens your understanding of API security, OWASP Top 10 risks, secure design, and controls used to protect modern cloud applications.

涵盖的内容

18个视频6个作业

18个视频总计86分钟

Secure SDLC5分钟
Threat Modeling4分钟
Secure Design Principles4分钟
DevSecOps5分钟
Configuration Management5分钟
Security testing methodologies5分钟
OWASP Top 105分钟
Input Validation5分钟
Session Management5分钟
API Security5分钟
Injection Attacks5分钟
Cloud App Vulnerabilities5分钟
API Gateways5分钟
OAuth 2.04分钟
API Rate Limiting5分钟
Input Filtering4分钟
Secure Transmission5分钟
API Monitoring5分钟

6个作业总计90分钟

Secure Development Practices12分钟
Application Vulnerabilities12分钟
Securing APIs and Interfaces12分钟
Secure Development Practices18分钟
Application Vulnerabilities18分钟
Securing APIs and Interfaces18分钟

This section introduces privacy laws, compliance frameworks, cloud audits, and risk assessment methods used to govern cloud environments. It also covers third-party risk, mitigation strategies, data stewardship, audit trails, retention policies, and how organizations meet regulatory and security obligations.