Course Overview
The Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer course by Stalwart Learning is designed to provide professionals with the expertise required to secure Google Cloud environments. This course focuses on best practices for managing cloud security, including identity and access management, threat detection, incident response, and compliance. Participants will gain hands-on experience with security tools like Cloud Security Command Center, IAM, and Cloud Armor, preparing them for the Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification exam and cloud security roles.
Duration
40 hours (5 days)
Prerequisites
- Familiarity with Google Cloud services and basic security principles.
- Knowledge of IAM, networking, and encryption concepts.
- Experience with security tools and practices is beneficial.
Course Outline
1. Introduction to Cloud Security
- Overview of cloud security concepts and the shared responsibility model
- Understanding Google Cloud security tools and services
- The importance of compliance, risk management, and governance
2. Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Configuring IAM roles, policies, and service accounts
- Implementing least-privilege access and user authentication
- Managing security policies and permissions for resources
3. Network Security
- Securing Google Cloud networks with VPCs, firewalls, and VPNs
- Implementing private Google access and secure hybrid connectivity
- Using Cloud Armor for DDoS protection and traffic filtering
4. Data Security and Encryption
- Managing encryption at rest and in transit with Google Cloud services
- Key Management Service (KMS) for managing encryption keys
- Implementing data loss prevention and secure data storage
5. Threat Detection and Incident Response
- Leveraging Security Command Center for threat detection and monitoring
- Implementing logging and monitoring with Cloud Logging and Cloud Monitoring
- Responding to security incidents using automated workflows
6. Compliance and Governance
- Managing compliance with standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2
- Implementing audit logging for tracking access and activity
- Using Cloud Identity for managing device security and compliance
7. Security Best Practices and Automation
- Automating security controls and vulnerability management
- Using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for security deployment
- Securing DevOps pipelines and containerized applications
8. Exam Preparation and Practice
- Exam structure and key objectives
- Real-world case studies and hands-on labs
- Mock exams and strategies for success on the certification exam