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Duration 28 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Security in Platform Engineering
- Recognizing the critical role of security
- Foundational elements of information protection
- How security influences platform engineering strategies
Architectural Security Principles
- Designing with security as a priority
- Implementing layered defense strategies
- Enforcing least privilege and secure default configurations
Regulatory Compliance and Standards
- Summary of key compliance mandates (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)
- Aligning engineering practices with legal and regulatory requirements
- Establishing continuous compliance oversight
Secure Development Life Cycle
- Embedding security throughout the engineering workflow
- Executing threat modeling and risk analysis
- Performing security validation and code inspections
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Core tenets of identity governance
- Deploying authentication and authorization controls
- Oversight of identity lifecycle and access policies
Data Safeguarding and Encryption
- Strategies for data classification and protection
- Adhering to encryption standards and best practices
- Managing cryptographic keys and securing data at rest and in transit
Network Security and Segmentation
- Structuring secure network architectures and communication protocols
- Utilizing firewalls, VPNs, and specialized security hardware
- Applying micro-segmentation and zero trust principles
Incident Response and Business Continuity
- Establishing preparedness for security events
- Executing effective incident response protocols
- Planning and implementing disaster recovery initiatives
Security Auditing and Penetration Testing
- Conducting comprehensive security reviews
- Applying penetration testing techniques
- Addressing vulnerabilities and tracking remediation
Future Trends in Security and Compliance
- Anticipating evolving threat vectors
- Evaluating security impacts of emerging technologies
- Addressing future challenges in platform security governance
Capstone Application
- Integrating security and compliance frameworks into a platform project
- Formulating a secure platform architecture
- Demonstrating and assessing the security posture
Conclusion and Forward-Looking Actions
Requirements
- Working knowledge of fundamental cybersecurity principles
- Proficiency in networking and system administration
- Knowledge of standard security frameworks and compliance regulations
Target Audience
- Platform engineers
- Security analysts
- Compliance officers
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