Cloud Automation & Misconfiguration Foundations
Difficulty
Cloud Automation & Misconfiguration Foundations teaches learners to manage cloud resources efficiently and securely. Learners will explore automation techniques, how they improve security, and the risks that misconfigurations can create in cloud environments.
9
modules
72
hours of content
13
real-world skills
Learning Objectives
- Understand DevOps principles and the value of cloud automation
- Identify common cloud misconfigurations and their security risks
- Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with tools like Terraform
- Apply CI/CD best practices to improve automation security
- Identify and secure weak points in CI workflows
- Detect and exploit leaked secrets in deployment pipelines
- Develop strategies to harden applications in CI environments
Who is it for?
- Network penetration testers seeking to expand their expertise into cloud environments
- Cloud engineers and DevSecOps professionals looking to strengthen security practices
- Software developers wanting to understand security implications of CI/CD pipelines
- Security analysts responsible for cloud infrastructure assessment
- IT professionals transitioning to cloud security roles with automation responsibilities
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Proficiency
Proven knowledge of concepts and practical methodologies in cloud automation
Industry recognition
A valuable OffSec credential demonstrating your commitment to cybersecurity
Hands-on skill
Hands-on familiarity with IaC tools and secure CI/CD implementations
Flexible pricing for teams of any size
Scalable options to fit your team's training needs
Cloud Automation & Misconfiguration Foundations FAQ
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Are there any prerequisites for Cloud Automation & Misconfiguration Foundations?
There are no formal prerequisites, but completion of or equivalent knowledge in the following learning modules and paths is recommended:
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Is Cloud Automation & Misconfiguration Foundations good for beginners?
Yes, this learning path is designed to introduce automation concepts progressively, making it accessible to those new to cloud automation while providing valuable insights for those with prior experience.
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Cloud Automation & Misconfiguration Foundations: NIST Work Roles
- Communications Security (COMSEC) Management
- Cybersecurity Architecture
- Secure Software Development
- Secure Systems Development
- Software Security Assessment
- Systems Requirements Planning
- Systems Administration
- Systems Security Analysis
- Defensive Cybersecurity
- Infrastructure Support
- Vulnerability Analysis
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Cloud Automation & Misconfiguration Foundations: NIST TKS’s
- Review enterprise information technology (IT) goals and objectives
- Identify critical technology procurement requirements
- Knowledge of types of Communications Security (COMSEC) incidents
- Knowledge of computer networking protocols
- Knowledge of risk management processes
- Skill in implementing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) encryption
- Skill in implementing digital signatures
- Skill in performing risk analysis
- Knowledge of cyber defense tools and techniques
- Knowledge of authentication and authorization tools and techniques
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Skills learned in Cloud Automation & Misconfiguration Foundations
- Secure development (SSDLC, DevSecOps)
- Cloud security
- Cloud security automation
- Cloud security testing
- Cloud misconfigurations (e.g., S3, IAM)
- Cloud compliance testing (e.g., PCI, HIPAA)
- Cloud-native controls
- Cloud infrastructure management
- DevSecOps collaboration
- Automation scripting
- CI/CD and DevOps pipeline testing
- Configuration hardening
- Scripting for automation (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
Cloud Security Learning Paths
Cloud Automation & Misconfiguration
Cloud Essentials
Introduction to Cloud Security
Offensive Cloud Foundations
