• Online, Instructor-Led
  • Online, Self-Paced
  • Classroom
Course Description

This course will introduce cloud computing architecture and security concepts. Students will learn about the benefits of cloud computing, cloud characteristics, cloud models and solutions along with deployment methods. Students will also gain knowledge of hardware, storage, thin clients and virtualization in the cloud and skills to implement cloud security fundamentals with virtualization security management. Upon successful course completion, students will be able to apply current cloud computing technologies and environments.

Learning Objectives

Evaluate the concepts, characteristics, delivery models and benefits of cloud computing environments, virtual networks, and necessary resources. Evaluate the characteristics, use cases, and choices available for Public, Private, and Hybrid Cloud Computing. Create, manage, and monitor compute and storage resources. Evaluate the key technical, organization, security, and compliance cloud computing challenges. Implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Systems Requirements Planning

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.