CheckPoint: Check Point Jump Start: CloudGuard Workload Protection and Application Security

The purpose of this program is to give you an insight into the security challenges involving workload protection and application security in the cloud, and Check Point’s solutions for those challenges. The program will also enable you to perform a basic deployment and configuration of the various solutions under the CloudGuard umbrella.

CloudGuard Security Program

Course Description

Welcome to the comprehensive CloudGuard Security Program, an advanced course designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to tackle the complex security challenges in cloud environments. This program, offered by CheckPoint, delves deep into workload protection and application security, providing you with a thorough understanding of Check Point's cutting-edge solutions.

What students will learn from the course

In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity challenges in cloud environments
Comprehensive understanding of Check Point's CloudGuard solutions
Practical skills in deploying and configuring various CloudGuard components
Expertise in container security, serverless security, and application security
Proficiency in shifting security practices to the left in the development cycle
Hands-on experience with CloudGuard Workload Protection, ShiftLeft, and AppSec
Skills to protect cloud assets and workloads across multi-cloud environments

Pre-requisites or skills necessary to complete the course

While there are no specific prerequisites listed for this course, it is recommended that students have:

Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts
Familiarity with cybersecurity principles
Some experience with containerization and serverless architectures
Basic knowledge of application development and API concepts

What the course will cover

Introduction to cybersecurity in the cloud
Security challenges of cloud workloads
CloudGuard Workload Protection
Container Security (Runtime Protection, Image Assurance, Admission Control)
Threat Intelligence and Posture Management
Shifting security to the left with CloudGuard ShiftLeft
Serverless Security for AWS Lambda
Application Security and API Protection
Deployment and configuration of CloudGuard solutions
Customization of AppSec policies

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for:

Cloud security professionals
DevOps engineers
Application developers with a focus on security
IT administrators managing cloud infrastructures
Cybersecurity specialists looking to expand their cloud security skills
Anyone interested in advancing their career in cloud-native security

How learners can use these skills in the real world

The skills acquired in this course are directly applicable to real-world scenarios, enabling learners to:

Secure cloud workloads and applications in multi-cloud environments
Implement container and serverless security measures
Integrate security practices earlier in the development lifecycle
Protect APIs and web applications from various threats
Manage and improve security posture across cloud infrastructures
Troubleshoot and optimize cloud security deployments
Contribute to the overall cybersecurity strategy of organizations leveraging cloud technologies

Syllabus

Chapter 1: Program Introduction
Chapter 2: Introduction to Workload Protection and Application Security
Chapter 3: CloudGuard Workload Protection - Container Security
Chapter 4: Shifting Protection to the Left with CloudGuard ShiftLeft
Chapter 5: CloudGuard Workload Protection - Serverless Security
Chapter 6: CloudGuard Application Security and API Protection
Chapter 7: Program Summary

By enrolling in this course, you'll gain the expertise needed to confidently automate security, prevent threats, and manage posture across your multi-cloud environment using Check Point CloudGuard. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your cloud security skills and become an indispensable asset in the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity.