C|SE: Cloud Security Essentials

The Cloud Security Essentials (C|SE) certification is a foundational programme designed to equip IT and cybersecurity professionals with the knowledge and skills required to secure cloud environments effectively. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of cloud security principles, architecture, risk management, and best practices for protecting data, applications, and infrastructure in public, private, and hybrid cloud deployments.

Participants will learn how to identify cloud-specific threats, vulnerabilities, and compliance challenges, and how to implement practical security controls using industry standards and frameworks. C|SE emphasises proactive security measures, governance, and monitoring strategies to ensure organisations can operate securely in cloud ecosystems.

This certification is ideal for IT administrators, security analysts, cloud engineers, and professionals seeking to build a strong foundation in cloud security and prepare for advanced certifications in cloud and cybersecurity domains.

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the Cloud Security Essentials (C|SE) certification, participants will be able to:

• Understand core cloud computing concepts, deployment models, and service types (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Identify common cloud threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors
• Implement security controls to protect cloud infrastructure, applications, and data
• Apply identity and access management (IAM) best practices in cloud environments
• Configure encryption, network security, and endpoint protection in cloud systems
• Understand compliance and regulatory requirements for cloud deployments
• Monitor and audit cloud resources for security and operational integrity
• Develop cloud incident response strategies and disaster recovery plans
• Collaborate effectively with IT and security teams to enforce cloud governance
• Build a foundation for advanced cloud security roles and professional certifications