Course Overview

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. 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. After successfully passing the exam, you can apply for a "PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager" credential.

 

Why Choose DQS for This Training?

DQS, in partnership with PECB, delivers this course to help professionals master cloud security best practices. A PECB Lead Cloud Security Manager Certificate demonstrates your ability and competencies to manage a cloud security program based on best practices. DQS's global expertise in information security certification ensures the highest quality of training delivery.

FeatureThe DQS Advantage
Expert-Led InstructionLearn from cloud security professionals with deep knowledge of ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018.
PECB-Certified ProgrammeInternationally recognized certification pathway through PECB.
Comprehensive MaterialsParticipants receive over 500 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.
CPD CreditsReceive an attendance record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.
Free Exam RetakeCandidates who fail the exam can retake it within 12 months of the initial attempt for free.

 

Who Should Attend?

This training course is intended for:

·       Cloud security and information security professionals seeking to manage a cloud security program

·       Managers or consultants seeking to master cloud security best practices

·       Individuals responsible for maintaining and managing a cloud security program

·       Technical experts seeking to enhance their cloud security knowledge

·       Cloud security expert advisors

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

·       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

 

Course Agenda

Day 1 – Introduction to ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018, and Initiation of a Cloud Security Program

·       Training course objectives and structure

·       Standards and regulatory frameworks

·       Fundamental cloud computing concepts and principles

·       Understanding the organization's cloud computing architecture

·       Information security roles and responsibilities related to cloud computing

·       Information security policy for cloud computing

Day 2 – Cloud Computing Security Risk Management and Cloud-Specific Controls

·       Cloud computing security risk management

·       Selection and design of cloud-specific controls

·       Implementation of cloud-specific controls (Part 1)

Day 3 – Documented Information Management and Cloud Security Awareness and Training

·       Implementation of cloud-specific controls (Part 2)

·       Documented information management in the cloud

·       Cloud security awareness and training

Day 4 – Cloud Security Incident Management, Testing, Monitoring, and Continual Improvement

·       Cloud security incident management

·       Cloud security testing

·       Monitoring, measurement, analysis, and evaluation

·       Continual improvement

Day 5 – Certification Exam

·       3-hour written examination covering all competency domains

 

Examination

Duration: 3 hours

The "PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager" exam meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Program (ECP). It covers the following competency domains:

·       Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of cloud computing

·       Domain 2: Information security policy for cloud computing and documented information management

·       Domain 3: Cloud computing security risk management

·       Domain 4: Cloud-specific controls based on ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018 and best practices

·       Domain 5: Cloud security awareness, training, roles, and responsibilities

·       Domain 6: Cloud security incident management

·       Domain 7: Cloud security testing, monitoring, and continual improvement

 

Certification

After passing the exam, you can apply for one of the credentials below. You will receive a certificate once you fulfill all the requirements of the selected credential.

CredentialExamProfessional ExperienceProject ExperienceOther Requirements
PECB Certified Provisional Cloud Security ManagerPECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager ExamNoneNoneSigning the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified Cloud Security ManagerPECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager Exam2 years (1 in Cloud Security)A total of 200 hoursSigning the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security ManagerPECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager Exam5 years (2 in Cloud Security)A total of 300 hoursSigning the PECB Code of Ethics
PECB Certified Senior Lead Cloud Security ManagerPECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager Exam10 years (7 in Cloud Security)A total of 1,000 hoursSigning the PECB Code of Ethics

 

General Information

·       Certification and examination fees are included in the price of the training course.

·       Participants will be provided with the training course material containing over 500 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes.

·       An attendance record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to the participants who have attended the training course.

·       In case candidates fail the exam, they can retake it within 12 months of the initial attempt for free.

Course Approach

·       You register for an account at PECB website, before or after order to DQS HK.

·       Registration to DQS HK.

·       Follow our instruction later for payment to DQS HK.

·       You will have access to the course materials via PECB Kate app, in English unless otherwise specified, normally within a couple of working days.

·       The course is designed for a 5-day duration, including an exam, to complete within 4 months.

·       You can remotely access or download the training materials within PECB Kate app.

·       You can complete the self-study at home at your pace.

 

Exam

·       You can book an online exam at PECB website, for free with the exam code provided by PECB, normally within 4 months after your order to DQS HK.

·       Well before the online exam, create exam profile at PECB website, download PECB Exams app and install it at your computer.

·       The exam is open-book with duration for 3 hours.

·       You can book an online exam retake, if required, at PECB website for free with the exam code provided by PECB, normally within 3 months after your initial exam.

 

Certificate and Qualification

·       After receiving an email from PECB with exam passing result, you can reply by email to PECB with request for a course certificate.

·       If you have the required working experience and project experience specified in course brochure, you can further apply to PECB for the associated qualification.

 

Above Listed Prices Include:

·       Access to training materials and exercises in English by PECB during course period

·       An examination by PECB normally within 4 months

·       A retake by PECB, if required, normally within 3 months after initial exam

·       Initial qualification registration fee by PECB, if applicable, within 3 months after passing exam

Lead Cloud Security Manager Training

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