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.
| Feature | The DQS Advantage |
| Expert-Led Instruction | Learn from cloud security professionals with deep knowledge of ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018. |
| PECB-Certified Programme | Internationally recognized certification pathway through PECB. |
| Comprehensive Materials | Participants receive over 500 pages of explanatory information, examples, best practices, exercises, and quizzes. |
| CPD Credits | Receive an attendance record worth 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits. |
| Free Exam Retake | Candidates 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.
| Credential | Exam | Professional Experience | Project Experience | Other Requirements |
| PECB Certified Provisional Cloud Security Manager | PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager Exam | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified Cloud Security Manager | PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager Exam | 2 years (1 in Cloud Security) | A total of 200 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager | PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager Exam | 5 years (2 in Cloud Security) | A total of 300 hours | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
| PECB Certified Senior Lead Cloud Security Manager | PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager Exam | 10 years (7 in Cloud Security) | A total of 1,000 hours | Signing 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