National CAE Designated Institution
  • Online, Instructor-Led

This course provides an introduction to cloud computing and cloud computing security. It covers the basic concepts of cloud computing including virtualization architecture, cloud services, and security problems. The course provides examples of virtualization techniques and security problems. Some topics in cloud computing research will also be covered.

Learning Objectives

Students who complete this course successfully will be capable of assessing the threats, enhancing the security, and evaluating the assurance level of cloud computing environments.

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 Analysis

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.