The Cloud Security and FedRAMP compliance course provides students with an in-depth knowledge of cloud security requirements, cloud security issues, cloud computing architecture and security concepts for the three types of cloud computing: Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) , Software as a Service (SaaS) and Platform as a Service (PaaS), and explains what cloud service providers and agencies must do to understand the latest guidance provided by NIST and to meet the requirements for the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP).

This program is designed for both non-tech professionals such as contracts specialists, contracts administrators, directors of contracts and others.  It is also relevant to technology specialists who have to understand cloud computing concepts, FEDRAMP compliance and program initiatives.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Computing Architecture and Security Concepts

• Know cloud computing architectures
• Identify security challenges for the cloud

Module 2: Cloud Security Fundamentals

• Identify cloud security fundamentals
• Identify security benefits of the cloud

Module 3: Procuring Cloud Services for Federal Agencies

• Define Assessment and Authorization roles and responsibilities
• Know the requirements

Module 4: Security Compliance

• Know the purpose, focus, and security requirements of FedRAMP
• Identify the proposed framework for CMMC
• Know the NIST 800-171 and NIST 800-53 standards
• Know the effects of Executive Orders on cloud adoption
• Understand the relationship between various compliance programs 

Module 5: Customer Responsibilities

• Understand security responsibilities when using IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
• Understand the importance of compliance programs
• Identify best practices

This live virtual course is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.
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