Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

Now is a great time to earn your Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) credential and advance your cybersecurity career! These trained professionals earn $137,100 annually, according to Certification Magazine's 2023 Annual Salary Survey. This online instructor-led CCSP certification course will provide you with the advanced technical skills and knowledge to design, manage, and secure data, applications, and infrastructure in the cloud.

This CCSP course is an engaging, fully online course that provides in-depth instruction in key areas related to securing critical assets in the cloud. You will learn key cloud security topics and techniques necessary for maintaining a secure cloud infrastructure using best practices, policies, and procedures established by the cybersecurity experts at (ISC)2.

You will dive into cloud concepts, architectures, and design principles and understand cloud service models and deployment models along the way. Next, you will review legal and compliance principles of IT governance, risk management, and compliance in a cloud environment, as well as compliance frameworks and standards relevant to cloud security, such as ISO, GDPR, HIPAA, and more.

Throughout this compressive CCSP training, you review many in-demand and relevant topics, such as the cloud platform and infrastructure security component, cloud application security and operations, incident response, data lifecycle manage and business continuity.

By completing this cloud security certification course, you will be prepared for the Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) exam and ready to secure assets in the cloud.

What you will learn

• Architectural concepts and design requirements
• Cloud data security
• Cloud platform and infrastructure security
• Cloud application security
• Operations
• Legal and compliance

How you will benefit

• Become prepared for the Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) exam
• Begin a career in cloud security or broaden your skills if you are already working
• Become more efficient on the job and better able to secure assets in the cloud

1. Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design
2. Legal and Compliance
3. Cloud Data Security
4. Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security
5. Cloud Application Security
6. Cloud Security Operations

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Virtual Labs included with course
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

• (ISC)2 CCSP Certified Cloud Security Professional Official Study Guide

Prerequisites:

This is an advanced level course. You should have a base knowledge or certification in SSCP. If you wish to take the course without the foundational topics of SSCP, then you'll be expected to supplement the course materials with outside resources.

Certification Requirements:

The CCSP certification has specific requirements, as established by (ISC)2. To learn more about these and what it takes to qualify for the certification.

Candidates must have a minimum of five years cumulative, full-time experience in information technology. Three years must be in information security, and one year must be in one or more of the six domains of the current CCSP Exam Outline. Earning a post-secondary degree (bachelors or masters) in computer science, information technology (IT) or related fields may satisfy up to one year of the required experience. Earning an additional credential from the ISC2 approved list may be substituted for one year of experience in one or more of the six domains of the CCSP Exam Outline. An active CISSP credential may be substituted for the entire CCSP experience requirement. Part-time work and internships may also count towards the experience requirement.

A candidate who doesn't have the required experience to become a CCSP may become an Associate of ISC2 by successfully passing the CCSP examination. The Associate of ISC2 will then have six years to earn the five years required experience.

Part-time work and internships may also count towards your experience.

Domain List

• Domain 1. Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design
• Domain 2. Cloud Data Security
• Domain 3. Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security
• Domain 4. Cloud Application Security
• Domain 5. Cloud Security Operations
• Domain 6. Legal, Risk and Compliance

Full-Time Experience: Your work experience is accrued monthly. Thus, you must have worked a minimum of 35 hours/week for four weeks in order to accrue one month of work experience

Part-Time Experience: Your part-time experience cannot be less than 20 hours a week and no more than 34 hours a week.

• 1040 hours of part-time = 6 months of full-time experience
• 2080 hours of part-time = 12 months of full-time experience

Internship: Paid or unpaid internship is acceptable. You will need documentation on company/organization letterhead confirming your position as an intern. If you are interning at a school, the document can be on the registrar's stationery.

Christopher Paul

Christopher Paul is a seasoned IT professional, cybersecurity expert, and Army veteran. He brings 15 years of experience, having previously held positions in military cybersecurity and tech startups. His robust skill set includes leadership, team building, active directory, data center, computer network operations, and more.

Christopher currently holds certifications in ISC2 SSCP, CompTIA CASP+, and CompTIA PenTest+. Outside work, he enjoys spending time with his two sons, running with his labradoodle, and playing the drums.

What is the average salary for a certified cloud security professional?

The Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) certification prepares for the following careers, which all command different salaries (source: Indeed.com):

• Enterprise architect – Salary $147,283 per year on average
• Security administrator – Salary $87,653 per year on average
• Systems engineer – Salary $113,378 per year on average
• Security architect – Salary $114,376 per year on average
• Security engineer – Salary $82,986 per year on average
• Security manager – Salary $77,403 per year on average
• Systems architect – Salary $142,959 per year on average

What is the cost of a CCSP certification?

You can expect to pay $599 to take the CCSP exam. There is also a $50 rescheduling fee and a $100 cancellation fee.

What are the pre-requirements for earning the CISSP?

To qualify for this cybersecurity certification, you must pass the exam and have at least five years of cumulative work experience in information technology, of which three years must be in information security, and one year in one or more of the six domains of the ISC2 CCSP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK).

Learn more about CCSP Experience Requirements .

What are the CCSP domains?

The CCSP exam covers 6 different domains, including:

• Domain 1. Cloud Concepts, Architecture and Design
• Domain 2. Cloud Data Security
• Domain 3. Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security
• Domain 4. Cloud Application Security
• Domain 5. Cloud Security Operations
• Domain 6. Legal, Risk and Compliance

Candidates must demonstrate mastery of all six CCSP domains in order to earn their CCSP certification.

What is a CCSP?

The CCSP, or Certified Cloud Security Professional, is an in-demand certification that is earned by passing the CCSP exam from (ISC)2. The CCSP shows you have the advanced technical skills and knowledge to design, manage and secure data, applications and infrastructure in the cloud using best practices, policies and procedures established by our certified members and cybersecurity experts around the globe.

What job titles are most common for people who hold (ISC)2's CISSP Certification?

There are a large variety of CISSP jobs available globally. Some of these job titles include cloud architect, cloud engineer, cloud consultant, cloud administrator, cloud security analyst, cloud specialist, auditor of cloud computing services, professional cloud developer and any other job for professionals who manage or oversee cloud security architecture, and design.

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes, this course helps prepare student for the CCSP® - Certified Cloud Security Professional certification, which is provided through (ISC)2.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 6 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

Am I guaranteed a job?

Hope Training Academy courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

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