This course is part of the Cybersecurity in the Cloud Specialization

Rick Smith

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Cybersecurity in the Cloud SpecializationUniversity of Minnesota

About this Course

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This course gives learners an opportunity to explore data security in the cloud. In this course, learners will:
* Dive into the data services offered by cloud providers and compare their security features.
* Analyze a data breach and trace it back to the vulnerability that made it possible.
* Learn about database injection and aggregation attacks.
* Follow the life cycle of a data item and its relationship to privacy and integrity.
* Associate modern privacy requirements with US and European laws.

Flexible deadlines

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Shareable Certificate

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Course 2 of 4 in the

Cybersecurity in the Cloud Specialization

Intermediate Level

Complete Cloud Security Basics, the first course in the Cloud Security specialization.

Approx. 11 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: English

What you will learn

How to analyze a data breach and trace it back to the vulnerability that made it possible.

How data security and privacy requirements arise from legal obligations and industry standards.

Skills you will gain

HIPAA basicsCompare cloud data servicesAnalyze a data breachDatabase security basicsPCI-DSS basics

Flexible deadlines

Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.

Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Course 2 of 4 in the

Cybersecurity in the Cloud Specialization

Intermediate Level

Complete Cloud Security Basics, the first course in the Cloud Security specialization.

Approx. 11 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: English

Instructor

Rick Smith

Lecturer

Computer Science and Engineering

7,361 Learners

4 Courses

Offered by

University of Minnesota

The University of Minnesota is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation’s most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week

Week 1

2 hours to complete

Organizing and Protecting Data

We organize our data into databases and structures to optimize our processing efforts. Data organization also impacts how we protect our data.

2 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 64 min)

Week

Week 2

3 hours to complete

SQL and Data Breaches

Many systems rely on the Structured Query Language, and this has yielded some notorious security problems.

3 hours to complete

2 videos (Total 21 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes

Week

Week 3

3 hours to complete

What Vendors Provide

Each cloud vendor offers a variety of data storage and structuring services. While each vendor has their unique jargon, most services fall into well-known categories. We will examine these categories and use them to review could provider offerings.

3 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 48 min)

Week

Week 4

3 hours to complete

Data Privacy and the Cloud

Privacy regulations give individuals some control over data collected about them by organizations. International trade makes it important to fulfill privacy expectations of other countries and regions.

3 hours to complete

3 videos (Total 44 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes

About the Cybersecurity in the Cloud Specialization

This Specialization introduces cybersecurity to novice software developers. It presents essential security concepts and how they apply to cloud deployments. Learners develop proficiency at assessing cloud vulnerabilities and attack reports. They also dive into cloud provider documentation to apply available features to classic cybersecurity risks.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes, Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project. Learn more.
Can I take this course without completing the first course in this specialization?
Yes, you may take this course without completing the first course. However, you need to complete all four courses in the specialization to earn the specialization certificate.

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