About This Course
The PECB Lead Cloud Security Manager programme prepares you to plan, implement and manage a cloud security programme based on ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018. Delivered fully self-paced and online, it covers cloud-specific risk management and controls, documented information, awareness, incident management and continual improvement — everything needed to secure cloud services in line with recognised standards.
You’ll learn to interpret the cloud security controls of ISO/IEC 27017 and the personal-data protections of ISO/IEC 27018, and to apply them to real cloud environments. It suits professionals responsible for securing and governing cloud services.
Course Information
What You Will Learn
Course Curriculum
- Cloud computing security concepts
- ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018
- Initiating the cloud security programme
- Scope and objectives
- Cloud computing security risk management
- Cloud-specific controls
- Shared responsibility in the cloud
- Provider and customer obligations
- Managing documented information
- Cloud security awareness
- Training programmes
- Communication
- Cloud security incident management
- Testing and monitoring
- Measurement and reporting
- Continual improvement
- The seven competency domains
- Revision and exam technique
- Booking and sitting the PECB exam
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All You Need to Know
This programme suits professionals responsible for cloud security, including:
- Cloud security and information security professionals
- Managers and consultants focused on cloud security
- Individuals maintaining cloud security programmes
- Technical experts and cloud security advisors
A fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 27017 and ISO/IEC 27018, and a general knowledge of cloud computing concepts, are recommended before enrolling.
The PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager exam covers seven competency domains — from cloud computing fundamentals and policies through risk management, controls, awareness, incident management and testing. Completing the training earns 31 CPD credits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — it is delivered online and self-paced, covering the same competency domains as PECB’s instructor-led programme so you can study around your schedule.
It is built around ISO/IEC 27017 (cloud security controls) and ISO/IEC 27018 (protection of personal data in the cloud).
A general knowledge of cloud computing and a fundamental understanding of ISO/IEC 27017 and 27018 are recommended.
After passing the exam and meeting PECB’s requirements you can apply for the PECB Certified Lead Cloud Security Manager credential.
Yes — the self-paced kit includes one certification exam and one free exam retake.