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Cloud Security: AWS & AzureCloud security course in Chennai · classroom & live online

Secure AWS and Azure workloads: identity, posture, detection and response.

10 WeeksIntermediateProgramClassroom + Online⚡ Fast-track available
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6modules
31lessons
6hands-on labs
64hours

What you'll learn in this Cloud security course

Understand how organisations stay secure
Secure AWS workloads and respond to threats
Secure identities and workloads on Azure
Secure workloads across AWS and Azure
Manage identity and access securely
Respond to security incidents methodically

Who this Cloud security course is for

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IT professionals

Move up from support or operations roles.

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Developers & engineers

Add the next skill your team needs.

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Graduates with basics

Turn foundations into job-ready skills.

✓ Basic IT or programming knowledge✓ Comfortable with computers and the command line✓ A laptop for hands-on labs

New to Cloud security? Our advisors can suggest the best starting point for your background.

What you'll build

Cloud security course syllabus

6 modules · 31 lessons · 6 major labs · 64 hours

01

Security foundations

5 lessons · 1 lab
10 hrs+
  1. CIA triad and risk
  2. Threats and attack types
  3. Cryptography basics
  4. Identity and access
  5. Security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001)
HANDS-ON LAB

Threat-model a web application

02

AWS security

6 lessons · 1 lab
12 hrs+
  1. IAM policies in depth
  2. KMS and encryption
  3. CloudTrail and Config
  4. GuardDuty and Security Hub
  5. WAF and Shield
  6. Incident response on AWS
HANDS-ON LAB

Detect and fix a misconfigured AWS account

03

Azure security & identity

5 lessons · 1 lab
12 hrs+
  1. Microsoft Entra ID in depth
  2. Conditional access and PIM
  3. Defender for Cloud
  4. Microsoft Sentinel basics
  5. Key Vault and data protection
HANDS-ON LAB

Configure a zero-trust baseline for a tenant

04

Cloud security

6 lessons · 1 lab
12 hrs+
  1. Shared responsibility
  2. IAM misconfigurations
  3. Posture management (CSPM)
  4. Network security in the cloud
  5. Encryption and key management
  6. Compliance
HANDS-ON LAB

Audit an AWS and an Azure account

05

Identity & access management

5 lessons · 1 lab
10 hrs+
  1. Microsoft Entra ID
  2. SSO with SAML and OIDC
  3. MFA and conditional access
  4. Privileged Identity Management
  5. Identity governance
HANDS-ON LAB

Secure single sign-on rollout

06

Incident response & forensics

4 lessons · 1 lab
8 hrs+
  1. The incident response lifecycle
  2. Containment and eradication
  3. Evidence and basic forensics
  4. Reporting and lessons learned
HANDS-ON LAB

Ransomware tabletop exercise

Your 10 weeks journey

WEEKS 1–2Security foundations
WEEK 3AWS security
WEEKS 4–5Azure security & identity
WEEKS 6–7Cloud security
WEEKS 8–9Identity & access management
WEEK 10Incident response & forensics

Cloud security tools you'll use

NIST CSFIAMKMSGuardDutySecurity HubEntra IDDefender for CloudSentinelAWS Security HubVelociraptorWireshark

Cloud security projects you'll build

PROJECT 01

Audit an AWS and an Azure account

Hands-on project from the Cloud security module.

PROJECT 02

Secure single sign-on rollout

Hands-on project from the Identity & access management module.

PROJECT 03

Ransomware tabletop exercise

Hands-on project from the Incident response & forensics module.

Cloud security course fees & batches in Chennai

Course fee

₹26,999 incl. GST

Save up to 12%: from ₹23,500. Ask an advisor about the offer for your batch.

Pay in full or in two instalments. Online learners outside India: see the fee in your currency on our worldwide page.

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What the fee includes

  • 64 hours of live, instructor-led classes
  • Hands-on labs and 3 portfolio projects
  • Session recordings for revision
  • 1:1 mentoring
  • Interview preparation: questions and mock tests
  • Placement assistance: resume reviews, mock interviews and referrals

Batches & mode

  • Weekday batches
  • Weekend batches for working professionals
  • Fast-track batches
  • Classroom at our Arumbakkam centre, Chennai
  • Live online from anywhere

Cloud security certification & exam cost

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Certification this course prepares you for
AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C03) · Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) · CSA Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)

The exam is booked directly with the certification provider, and its cost is set by the provider for your country. Our advisors share the current exam cost and help you plan the right exam date, with mock tests beforehand.

SOTT Academy certificate of completion (specimen)
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Awarded on completion

SOTT certificate of completion

Every learner who completes the Cloud security course is awarded the SOTT Academy Certificate of Completion, with your name, the course, the date and a unique certificate number.

  • Awarded when you complete the course
  • Unique certificate number
  • Add it to your resume and LinkedIn profile

Cloud security jobs & career path

With placement assistance: resume and LinkedIn reviews, mock interviews, 1:1 mentoring and referrals to openings where available.

Step-by-step guide: DevSecOps Engineer career path · SOC Analyst career path · Cyber Security Engineer career path

STEP 1Security / NOC AnalystMonitor and triage
STEP 2Security EngineerInvestigate and harden
STEP 3Senior Security EngineerLead incidents
STEP 4Security ArchitectDesign defences
STEP 5CISO trackSecurity strategy
Free with this course

Interview prep: 3 levels, mock tests and model answers

Practise the questions real interviewers ask, from fresher to lead.

Fresher · 0–3 yearsMid-level · 3–8 yearsExperienced · 8–15 years
Start practising →

Cloud security course FAQ

Who is the Cloud Security: AWS & Azure course for?+
It is designed for IT professionals, developers & engineers and graduates with basics. Move up from support or operations roles.
Do I need prior experience?+
It helps to have basic IT or programming knowledge, comfortable with computers and the command line and a laptop for hands-on labs. Our advisors can review your background and suggest the best starting point for you.
How long is the Cloud Security: AWS & Azure course?+
10 weeks, about 64 hours across 6 modules, with a hands-on lab in every module.
What does the Cloud Security: AWS & Azure syllabus cover?+
The modules are: Security foundations, AWS security, Azure security & identity, Cloud security, Identity & access management and Incident response & forensics. The full lesson list is on this page.
Which tools and technologies will I use?+
NIST CSF, IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Entra ID, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, AWS Security Hub, Velociraptor and Wireshark.
What projects will I build?+
Audit an AWS and an Azure account, Secure single sign-on rollout and Ransomware tabletop exercise. Your mentor reviews them, and you can show them in interviews.
Which certification does it prepare me for?+
AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C03) · Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500) · CSA Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK). We guide your preparation, run practice tests and help you plan your exam; our advisors can share the current exam details.
Is it online or in the classroom?+
Both. Join us at our Arumbakkam centre in Chennai or live online from anywhere. Session recordings are shared with you for revision, so you can catch up if you miss a class.
Are there weekend and fast-track batches?+
Yes. We offer weekday, weekend and fast-track batches, so you can choose the schedule that suits you best.
What jobs can I apply for afterwards?+
Roles such as Security / NOC Analyst, Security Engineer, Senior Security Engineer and Security Architect.
Is there interview preparation for Cloud Security: AWS & Azure?+
Yes. Practise free interview questions and timed mock tests for fresher, mid-level and experienced roles on our Interview prep page.
Do you help with placements?+
Yes. Our placement assistance includes resume and LinkedIn reviews, mock interviews, 1:1 mentoring and referrals to openings where available, so you go into interviews well prepared.
Can I attend a free demo class first?+
Yes. Book a free consultation and our advisor will arrange a demo session for you.
What are the fee and payment options?+
Our advisors will share the current fee, upcoming batch dates and payment options for the batch that suits you.
I have another question. Who can I ask?+
Our advisors are happy to help. Call or WhatsApp us, or send a message from the Contact page, and we will get back to you within one working day.
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