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Overview
The Cloud Security Engineer (Associate) certification by Alibaba Cloud is designed for professionals who want to strengthen their understanding of cloud security. The course enables learners to implement and manage robust security policies, practices, and technologies to secure workloads and data on the Alibaba Cloud platform. It covers key security frameworks, identity access management, threat detection, data protection, and incident response—critical skills in the modern digital landscape.
Objectives
By the end of this course, leaner will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of cloud security in the Alibaba Cloud environment.
- Learn how to configure secure access using RAM and enforce access policies.
- Gain proficiency in using Alibaba Cloud’s security services such as WAF, CFW, Bastionhost, KMS, and more.
- Develop knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks like SIEM and SOAR.
- Learn to automate threat detection, auditing, and incident response processes.
Prerequisites
- Completion of Alibaba Cloud Cloud Engineer (Associate) certification (CEA-C01) is recommended.
- Basic understanding of cloud infrastructure and general IT security concepts.
Course Outline
Module 1: Cloud Security BasicsCourses2025-04-08T13:41:13+05:30
- Shared responsibility model
- Alibaba Cloud security services portfolio
- Cloud compliance and regulatory landscape
Module 2: Identity & Access ManagementCourses2025-04-08T13:42:58+05:30
- RAM concepts: Authentication, authorization
- Role-based and attribute-based access control
- Writing secure policies
Module 3: Host SecurityCourses2025-04-08T13:43:49+05:30
- Cybersecurity principles and frameworks (SIEM, SOAR)
- Securing cloud hosts
- Security Center, Bastionhost, and ActionTrail fundamentals
Module 4: Data SecurityCourses2025-04-08T13:45:09+05:30
- Encryption and data protection (at rest & transit)
- Key Management Service (KMS) and key rotation practices
Module 5: Exam Preparation and PracticeCourses2024-09-01T19:33:12+05:30
- Review of key concepts and products for the certification exam.
- Practice questions and exam strategies for success.
