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- ISBN 9781284251494
- Weight: 907g
- Publication Date: 09 Apr 2026
- Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
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Fundamentals of Cloud Security offers a structured, framework-based approach to understanding, implementing, and securing cloud environments. Built around the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, it connects identification, protection, detection, response, and recovery to practical applications across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
This First Edition text guides readers through readiness assessments, shared responsibility, governance, compliance, and architectural considerations that shape secure, scalable cloud systems. Content explores the cloud threat ecosystem, principles of security and trust, and the strategies, tools, and controls that drive resilient operations. Case studies and real-world examples illustrate how to bridge theory and practice, while coverage of emerging security roles, automated tools, and AI-driven techniques highlights the evolution of cloud protection.
Designed to align with cybersecurity and cloud computing programs, it supports modern learning outcomes and prepares learners to address current and future challenges in the field.
Features and Benefits
- Organized around the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, linking key lifecycle stages to practical cloud security strategies.
- Applies real-world scenarios and provider specifics for AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud to strengthen practical understanding.
- Covers readiness, governance, and compliance, providing tools to evaluate cloud migration and manage ongoing alignment.
- Highlights emerging roles and shift-left/shift-right security, guiding modern approaches to multi-cloud threat management.
- Explores AI-driven and automated security approaches that enhance monitoring, response, and governance across deployments.
- Offers immersive, scenario-based Cloud Labs that reinforce concepts through real-world, hands-on virtual practice.
- Instructor resources include PowerPoint slides, test bank, sample syllabi, instructor manual, and time-on-task documentation.
Andy Igonor is a seasoned cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in security, data governance, compliance, and risk management. He has worked with leading organizations to implement secure cloud strategies and drive digital transformation. His expertise in cloud security frameworks and practical application of advanced security concepts informs this comprehensive guide to navigating today's cloud threat ecosystem.
