Lead Cloud Security Manager
Master the implementation and management of the cloud security program based on ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018
Overview
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The growing number of organizations that support remote work has increased the use of cloud computing services, which has, in turn, increased the demand for a secure cloud infrastructure proportionally.
This training course is designed to help participants acquire the knowledge and skills needed to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining a cloud security program based on ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018. It provides a comprehensive elaboration of cloud computing concepts and principles, cloud computing security risk management, cloud-specific controls, cloud security incident management, and cloud security testing.
The training course is followed by the certification exam. If you successfully pass it, you can apply for a “PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager” credential. A PECB Lead Cloud Security Manager Certificate demonstrates your ability and competencies to manage a cloud security program based on best practices.
CERTIFICATION
Upon completion of the course, should you pass the exam successfully, you will receive an internationally recognized certificate.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, approaches, methods, and techniques used for the implementation and effective management of a cloud security program
- Acknowledge the correlation between ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, and other standards and regulatory frameworks
- Gain the ability to interpret the guidelines of ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018 in the specific context of an organization
- Develop the necessary knowledge and competence to support an organization in effectively planning, implementing, managing, monitoring, and maintaining a cloud security program
- Acquire the practical knowledge to advise an organization in managing a cloud security program by following best practices
PREREQUISITES
The main requirement for participating in this training course is having a fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018 and a general knowledge of cloud computing concepts.
EDUCATION APPROACH
- This training is based on both theory and practice.
- Sessions of lectures illustrated with examples based on real cases.
- Practical exercises based on a full case study including role playings and oral presentations.
- Review exercises to assist the exam preparation.
- Practice test similar to the certification exam.
GENERAL INFORMATION
- The certification fee is included in the cost of the exam.
- Participants will be issued with a CPD (Continuing Professional Development) certificate.
- In case of failure to pass the exam, participants are allowed to take the exam free of charge under certain conditions.
COURSE AGENDA
- Section 1: Training course objectives and structure
- Section 2: Standards and regulatory frameworks
- Section 3: Fundamental cloud computing concepts and principles
- Section 4: Understanding the organization’s cloud computing architecture
- Section 5: Information security roles and responsibilities related to cloud computing
- Section 6: Information security policy for cloud computing
- Section 7: Cloud computing security risk management
- Section 8: Selection and design of cloud-specific controls
- Section 9: Implementation of cloud-specific controls (part 1)
- Section 9: Implementation of cloud-specific controls (part 2)
- Section 10: Documented information management in the cloud
- Section 11: Cloud security awareness and training
- Section 12: Cloud security incident management
- Section 13: Cloud security testing
- Section 14: Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation
- Section 15: Continual improvement
- Section 16: Closing of the training course
A two-hour exam
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Frequently Asked Questions
PECB credentials are internationally recognized and endorsed by many accreditation bodies, so professionals who pursue them will benefit from our recognition in domestic and international markets.
The value of PECB certifications is validated by the accreditation from the International Accreditation Service (IAS-PCB-111), the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS-No. 21923) and the Korean Accreditation Board (KAB-PC-08) under ISO/IEC 17024 – General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons. The value of PECB certificate programs is validated by the accreditation from the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB-Accreditation ID 1003) under ANSI/ASTM E2659-18, Standard Practice for Certificate Programs.
PECB is an associate member of The Independent Association of Accredited Registrars (IAAR), a full member of the International Personnel Certification Association (IPC), a signatory member of IPC MLA, and a member of Club EBIOS, CPD Certification Service, CLUSIF, Credential Engine, and ITCC. In addition, PECB is an approved Licensed Partner Publisher (LPP) from the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Accreditation Body (CMMC-AB) for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification standard (CMMC), is approved by Club EBIOS to offer the EBIOS Risk Manager Skills certification, and is approved by CNIL (Commission Nationale de l’Informatique et des Libertés) to offer DPO certification.
All certification candidates are responsible for their own study and preparation for the examination. No specific set of courses or curriculum of study is required as part of the certification process. Likewise, the completion of a course or program of study will significantly enhance your chance of passing a PECB certification examination. To learn more about exams, competency domains and knowledge statements please go to: PECB Exam Preparation Guides.
The exam is conducted online using the PECB Exams app
You will have the opportunity to choose a convenient date and time from the list of proposed slots.
Candidates will be required to arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the certification exam. Candidates arriving late will not be given compensatory time for the late arrival and may be denied to enter the exam. All candidates are required to present a valid identity card such as a national ID card, driver’s license, or passport to the invigilator. The duration of the exam varies according to the type of examination taken (see description of the different exams for more details). Additional time can be provided to candidates taking the exam in a language different than their mother tongue (when requested by the candidates, on the exam day).
For more information about exam details, please visit Examination Rules and Policies
Results will be communicated by email within a period of 6 to 8 weeks from your examination date. The candidate will be provided with only two possible examination results: pass or fail, rather than an exact grade.
In case of a failure, the results will be accompanied with the list of domains where the candidate failed to fully answer the question. This can help the candidate better prepare for a retake the exam.
To qualify for PECB credentials, candidates must not only pass the exam but also meet certain educational and professional prerequisites. Each PECB certification has specific education and a set of experience requirements.
Candidates are required to fill out the online Certification Application Form, and fill out all other online forms (that can be accessed via their PECB online profile), including contact details of references who will be contacted to validate the candidates’ professional experience. Lastly, before the submitting the application, a candidate can choose to pay online or be billed. In case the candidate needs additional information, he/she should contact accounting@pecb.com and/or certification@pecb.com.
The approval of the application occurs as soon as the Certification Department validates that you fulfil all the certification requirements regarding the credential you have applied for. An email will be sent to the email address you provided during your application process to communicate you application status. If approved, you will then be able to download your certificate from your member account.
PECB certifications are valid for three years. To maintain the certification, the applicant shall demonstrate every year that he/she is still performing tasks that are related to the certification. PECB Certified professionals shall annually provide PECB with the number of hours of auditing and/or implementation related tasks they have performed, along with the contact details of individuals who can validate such tasks. Additionally, certified professionals should regularly pay the annual PECB certification maintenance fees.
A notification email is sent to our certified members, who are required to submit their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) along with the Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) three months before the annual date of their certification. The PECB certified members will then be able to submit their CPDs by visiting their account and providing the required information for the respective certification.
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