Check Point Certified Cloud Specialist (CCCS)

4.9(1,986 Ratings)

Duration

2 Days

Batch Options

4 hours & 8 hours

Language

English / Arabic

Course Overview

Check Point CloudGuard Network Security brings the firewall, management, and threat prevention that organizations rely on in the data center into Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services, and the Check Point Certified Cloud Specialist (CCCS) course teaches professionals how to deploy and run it well. Following the R81.20 syllabus, this Check Point cloud security training begins with an introduction to CloudGuard and a review of the network security architectures that suit different cloud designs, from simple single-gateway setups to scalable, resilient deployments. Learners deploy a Check Point Security Management Server in Azure and AWS, then configure Security Gateways that scale automatically through Azure Virtual Machine Scale Sets and AWS EC2 Auto Scaling, and create cloud clusters that keep protection available if an instance fails. The course also covers Adaptive Security Policy, which allows rules to track cloud resources as they appear and disappear, along with the automation tools that make repeatable deployments possible. A dedicated troubleshooting module closes the course, giving administrators a clear method for diagnosing gateway, management, and traffic problems. For security teams, the outcome is a practical command of cloud firewall administration and structured preparation for the CCCS certification exam.

Course Objectives

On completing the course, participants should be able to:

Explain the CloudGuard platform and how Check Point secures cloud networks and workloads.
Select an appropriate CloudGuard Network Security architecture for an Azure or AWS environment.
Deploy a Security Management Server in Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services.
Use Azure VMSS and AWS EC2 Auto Scaling to scale Security Gateways with demand.
Create CloudGuard high-availability clusters in Azure and AWS.
Configure Adaptive Security Policy so that rules follow changing cloud resources.
Identify CloudGuard automation tools and explain how they support consistent deployments.
Troubleshoot CloudGuard gateways, management connectivity, and traffic flows.

Base Knowledge

Unix-like and/or Windows operating systems
Internet fundamentals
Network fundamentals
Network security
TCP/IP networking
System Administration
Cloud-native deployment

Target Audience

Network security administrators and firewall administrators extending Check Point into AWS or Azure
Cloud engineers and cloud architects responsible for network protection
Security engineers and consultants who design hybrid security deployments
DevOps and infrastructure professionals who automate cloud deployments
CCSA-certified professionals adding a cloud specialization

Course Content

8 modules · 12 topics

01Module 1: Introducing CloudGuard1 topic

Lab Tasks • No lab

02Module 2: CloudGuard Network Security Architectures1 topic

Lab Tasks • No lab

03Module 3: CloudGuard Network Security Management2 topics

Lab: Deploy a Security Management Server (Azure)
Lab: Deploy a Security Management Server (AWS)

04Module 4: CloudGuard Network Security Scaling Solutions2 topics

Lab: Deploy Azure VMSS
Lab: Deploy AWS EC2 Auto Scaling

05Module 5: CloudGuard Network Security Clustering in the Cloud2 topics

Lab: Create Azure High Availability
Lab: Create an AWS Cluster

06Module 6: CloudGuard Network Security Policy2 topics

Lab: Create Adaptive Security Policy (Azure)
Lab: Create Adaptive Security Policy (AWS)

07Module 7: CloudGuard Network Security Automation1 topic

Lab Tasks • No lab

08Module 8: Troubleshoot CloudGuard Network Security1 topic

Lab: Troubleshoot CloudGuard Network Security

Check Point CloudGuard Training in Oman for Secure Cloud Adoption

Organizations in Oman are using public cloud for new digital services, analytics, and disaster recovery, and each of these needs network protection that is as dependable as the systems in their own data centers. Check Point cloud security training in Oman gives IT and security professionals the skills to provide it with CloudGuard Network Security. The CCCS course covers deploying Check Point management and gateways in Azure and AWS, scaling them automatically, clustering them for high availability, and applying Adaptive Security Policy. These skills help teams in Muscat, Sohar, Salalah, and other centers protect cloud workloads while meeting obligations such as Oman’s Personal Data Protection Law. The Check Point Certified Cloud Specialist course also provides structured preparation for the CCCS exam, so it is a strong next step for professionals who already manage Check Point on premises.

FAQs

What is the Check Point CCCS certification?

CCCS stands for Check Point Certified Cloud Specialist. It is a specialist credential, issued by Check Point, that validates skills in deploying and managing CloudGuard Network Security in public cloud.

What does the CCCS R81.20 syllabus include?

It includes eight modules: Introducing CloudGuard, Network Security Architectures, Network Security Management, Scaling Solutions, Clustering in the Cloud, Network Security Policy, Automation, and Troubleshooting.

Who should attend Check Point cloud security training?

It is designed for firewall administrators, cloud engineers, cloud architects, security engineers, and infrastructure professionals who protect workloads in Azure or AWS.

What knowledge should I have before joining?

Check Point recommends the CCSA, plus knowledge of networking, TCP/IP, network security, system administration, and cloud-native deployment.

How do training, the exam and certification fit together?

The training builds your skills. The CCCS exam, booked through Pearson VUE, tests them independently. Check Point awards the certification once you pass.

What is CloudGuard Network Security?

It is Check Point’s cloud firewall and threat prevention solution for public and private cloud. It provides Security Gateways and central management designed for cloud networks.

Can CloudGuard gateways be clustered for high availability?

Yes. The course covers building CloudGuard high-availability clusters in both Azure and AWS, so protection continues if a gateway instance fails.

How does CCCS help long-term career growth?

It combines Check Point expertise with cloud security skills, a mix that applies directly to hybrid infrastructure work. As with any course, outcomes depend on your experience and goals.

This course includes:

Soft copy of Courseware
Certificate of Course Completion
Experienced and Professional Trainer
Lab and Exercises During Training
Sample Questions for Exam Preparation
Mock Test on the Last Day of Training
Exam Registration Guidance
5-Star Training Environment

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