Cybersecurity & Cloud Security Master Program
Practical security engineering for modern cloud infrastructure.
A complete, hands-on curriculum that takes you from core security and networking fundamentals through ethical hacking, web application security, security operations, incident response, and deep AWS cloud security — covering IAM hardening, threat detection, DevSecOps, and compliance — finishing with production-grade security capstone projects.
Phase 1: Security Foundations
Module 1: Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- CIA Triad & security principles
- Threats, vulnerabilities, and risk
- Common attack types (phishing, malware, ransomware)
- Security policies & compliance basics
- Cybersecurity career paths
Hands-on labs
- Set up a personal security lab environment
Module 2: Networking & Linux for Security
- TCP/IP & network protocols deep dive
- Firewalls, VPNs, and proxies
- Linux command line for security professionals
- Network scanning fundamentals
- Packet analysis basics
Hands-on labs
- Analyze network traffic with Wireshark
- Perform a basic Nmap scan of a lab network
Module 3: Cryptography Essentials
- Symmetric vs. asymmetric encryption
- Hashing algorithms & digital signatures
- PKI & SSL/TLS
- Key management fundamentals
Hands-on labs
- Implement basic encryption/decryption in a lab environment
Phase 2: Offensive Security Basics
Module 4: Ethical Hacking Fundamentals
- Penetration testing methodology
- Reconnaissance & footprinting
- Scanning & enumeration
- Vulnerability assessment tools
- Legal & ethical considerations
Hands-on labs
- Perform reconnaissance on a lab target
Module 5: Web Application Security
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
- SQL injection & XSS
- Authentication & session vulnerabilities
- Using Burp Suite & OWASP ZAP
- Secure coding basics
Hands-on labs
- Exploit and remediate OWASP Juice Shop vulnerabilities
Module 6: Exploitation & Vulnerability Management
- Using the Metasploit framework
- Vulnerability scanning (Nessus/OpenVAS)
- Patch management
- Reporting findings professionally
Hands-on labs
- Run a full vulnerability assessment and produce a report
Phase 3: Defensive Security & Operations
Module 7: Security Operations & Monitoring
- SOC fundamentals & workflows
- SIEM concepts (Splunk/ELK)
- Log analysis & correlation
- Incident detection basics
Hands-on labs
- Build log-monitoring dashboards in the ELK stack
Module 8: Incident Response & Forensics
- Incident response lifecycle
- Evidence collection & chain of custody
- Digital forensics basics
- Malware analysis fundamentals
- Post-incident reporting
Hands-on labs
- Simulate and respond to a security incident
Module 9: Identity & Access Management
- Authentication vs. authorization
- Multi-factor authentication
- Single sign-on (SSO) & federation
- Privileged access management
- Zero Trust principles
Hands-on labs
- Configure MFA and access policies in a lab environment
Phase 4: Cloud Security (AWS-Focused)
Module 10: Cloud Security Fundamentals
- Shared Responsibility Model
- Cloud service & deployment models
- Cloud-specific threats & risks
- Compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR basics)
Hands-on labs
- Perform a cloud security posture review
Module 11: AWS Identity & Access Security
- IAM policies & least privilege
- IAM Roles vs. Users
- AWS Organizations & SCPs
- MFA & credential management
- AWS KMS & Secrets Manager
Hands-on labs
- Harden IAM configuration for a sample AWS account
Module 12: Securing AWS Infrastructure
- VPC security (Security Groups, NACLs)
- AWS WAF & Shield
- GuardDuty & threat detection
- AWS Security Hub & Config
- CloudTrail logging & auditing
Hands-on labs
- Configure GuardDuty and Security Hub for continuous monitoring
Module 13: Cloud Data Protection & Compliance
- Encryption at rest & in transit
- S3 bucket security & policies
- Data loss prevention basics
- Compliance auditing in the cloud
Hands-on labs
- Audit and remediate S3 bucket misconfigurations
Phase 5: DevSecOps & Automation
Module 14: DevSecOps Practices
- Shifting security left
- Secure CI/CD pipelines
- Container security scanning (Trivy)
- Static & dynamic code analysis
- Secrets management (Vault)
Hands-on labs
- Integrate security scanning into a CI/CD pipeline
Module 15: Security Automation with Python
- Scripting for security automation
- Automating log analysis
- Building simple security tools
- API-driven security workflows
Hands-on labs
- Write a Python script to automate a security check
Phase 6: Advanced Topics & Capstones
Module 16: Threat Intelligence & Advanced Attacks
- Threat intelligence fundamentals
- Advanced persistent threats (APTs)
- Red team vs. blue team concepts
- Cloud-native attack techniques
Hands-on labs
- Participate in a simulated red team/blue team exercise
Module 17: Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Risk assessment frameworks
- Security governance & policy design
- Business continuity & disaster recovery
- Vendor & third-party risk
Module 18: Capstone Projects
- Apply your knowledge by securing and defending comprehensive, production-grade cloud environments
Capstone Projects
Apply everything you've learned by building comprehensive, production-grade systems.
Tools & Technologies
Networking & OS
Linux, Wireshark, Nmap
Security Testing
Burp Suite, Metasploit, OWASP ZAP, Nessus
Cloud Security (AWS)
IAM, AWS Security Hub, AWS GuardDuty, AWS WAF
SIEM & Monitoring
Splunk, ELK Stack, AWS CloudTrail
DevSecOps
Trivy, SonarQube, HashiCorp Vault
Scripting & Automation
Python, Bash
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Cybersecurity & Cloud Security program for?
It's designed for people targeting roles like Security Analyst, Cloud Security Engineer, SOC Analyst. The curriculum is structured "Beginner to Advanced," so it works whether you're starting out or already have some hands-on background.
Do I need prior experience to join?
No advanced experience is required to start. Helpful (not mandatory) prerequisites: Basic computer knowledge; Basic networking & Linux fundamentals (helpful but not mandatory); Interest in security concepts.
How is the program delivered, and how long does it take?
It's delivered as live + hands-on labs, cohort-based, spanning 18 modules across 6 phases. You'll work through hands-on labs alongside the curriculum, not just video lectures.
What certifications does this program prepare me for?
The curriculum is built around: CompTIA Security+ — Primary Focus; AWS Certified Security – Specialty — Primary Focus; Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) (Optional); Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) (Optional).
How much does the Cybersecurity & Cloud Security program cost, and how do I enroll?
Pricing depends on the current batch and any active offers. Send an enquiry or message us on WhatsApp and we'll share the latest fee, upcoming batch dates, and enrollment steps.