Cloud Security Operations with Michael J. Shannon

Overview
This comprehensive course offers in-depth training on designing, building, and managing secure cloud infrastructures. You will learn to configure hardware-specific security settings, implement robust network protections, and harden operating systems to safeguard cloud environments against evolving cyber threats. Develop practical expertise in patch management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and virtualization security to ensure resilient and efficient cloud operations.
The course also covers essential operational controls including configuration and change management, incident and problem resolution, service level management, and capacity monitoring-key to maintain optimal cloud availability and performance. Discover the critical role of Security Operations Centers (SOC), intelligent security monitoring, and vulnerability assessments for rapid threat detection and effective incident response.
Additionally, you will gain a thorough understanding of legal, risk, and compliance challenges in cloud environments. Explore international regulations, privacy impact assessments (PIAs), and provider risk management. Learn how to conduct comprehensive cloud audits, perform gap analyses, and implement policies that comply with stringent regulatory standards while effectively managing supply chain risks.
About the Instructors
Michael J Shannon began his IT career when he transitioned from recording studio engineer to network technician for a major telecommunications company in the early 1990's. He soon began to focus on security and was one of the first 10 people to attain the HIPAA Certified Security Specialist. Throughout his 30 years in IT, he has worked as an employee, contractor, and consultant for several companies including Platinum Technologies, Fujitsu, IBM, State Farm, MindSharp, Thomson, Pearson, and Skillsoft among others. Mr. Shannon has authored several books, training manuals, blog articles, and CBT modules over the years as well. He has attained the CISSP, ITIL 4 Managing Professional, CCNP Security, Palo Alto PCNSE7 and OpenFAIR certifications in the security field as well as several cloud-based certifications for AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure. His hobbies are playing guitar, songwriting, and golf. He resides with his wife in Abilene Texas.
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