Cloud-native security focuses on protecting applications, data, and infrastructure that are built specifically for cloud environments. Unlike traditional on-premise systems, cloud-native architectures are highly dynamic, distributed, and scalable, requiring security approaches that adapt to rapid changes. This discipline ensures that security is embedded into cloud design rather than added as an afterthought.
The course introduces the shared responsibility model, which clearly defines the security roles of cloud providers and customers. While cloud providers secure the underlying infrastructure, customers are responsible for securing applications, configurations, and data. Understanding this division of responsibility helps organizations avoid security gaps and apply protections where they matter most.
Identity and access management play a central role in cloud-native security. Fine-grained access controls, least-privilege principles, and strong authentication mechanisms help protect cloud resources from unauthorized access. Proper identity management ensures that users and services can only perform actions that are explicitly permitted.
Container and Kubernetes security are explored to address the risks associated with modern application deployment. Topics include secure container images, runtime protection, and safe orchestration practices. By securing container lifecycles and orchestration platforms, organizations can prevent threats such as privilege escalation and container escape.
Cloud workload protection platforms are introduced as tools that monitor and secure workloads across virtual machines, containers, and serverless environments. These platforms provide visibility into runtime behavior, detect anomalies, and help enforce security policies in highly dynamic cloud systems.
Network security in the cloud focuses on protecting communication between services and external endpoints. Techniques such as network segmentation, secure connectivity, and traffic inspection help limit lateral movement and reduce the impact of breaches. Cloud-native networking tools provide flexibility while maintaining strong security controls.
Automation and policy-as-code are key enablers of consistent and scalable cloud security. By defining security rules as code, organizations can enforce policies automatically and reduce configuration errors. Automation ensures that security practices keep pace with rapid deployment cycles and infrastructure changes.
Monitoring and visibility provide critical insights into cloud activity and potential threats. Continuous logging, metrics, and alerting enable faster detection and response to security incidents. Overall, cloud-native security enables organizations to build scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-based applications that can thrive in modern digital environments.
The course introduces the shared responsibility model, which clearly defines the security roles of cloud providers and customers. While cloud providers secure the underlying infrastructure, customers are responsible for securing applications, configurations, and data. Understanding this division of responsibility helps organizations avoid security gaps and apply protections where they matter most.
Identity and access management play a central role in cloud-native security. Fine-grained access controls, least-privilege principles, and strong authentication mechanisms help protect cloud resources from unauthorized access. Proper identity management ensures that users and services can only perform actions that are explicitly permitted.
Container and Kubernetes security are explored to address the risks associated with modern application deployment. Topics include secure container images, runtime protection, and safe orchestration practices. By securing container lifecycles and orchestration platforms, organizations can prevent threats such as privilege escalation and container escape.
Cloud workload protection platforms are introduced as tools that monitor and secure workloads across virtual machines, containers, and serverless environments. These platforms provide visibility into runtime behavior, detect anomalies, and help enforce security policies in highly dynamic cloud systems.
Network security in the cloud focuses on protecting communication between services and external endpoints. Techniques such as network segmentation, secure connectivity, and traffic inspection help limit lateral movement and reduce the impact of breaches. Cloud-native networking tools provide flexibility while maintaining strong security controls.
Automation and policy-as-code are key enablers of consistent and scalable cloud security. By defining security rules as code, organizations can enforce policies automatically and reduce configuration errors. Automation ensures that security practices keep pace with rapid deployment cycles and infrastructure changes.
Monitoring and visibility provide critical insights into cloud activity and potential threats. Continuous logging, metrics, and alerting enable faster detection and response to security incidents. Overall, cloud-native security enables organizations to build scalable, secure, and resilient cloud-based applications that can thrive in modern digital environments.