Network Security Specialist to CloudOps Security Architect
R3 560.00
This Skillsoft Aspire Journey will allow you to move from primarily focusing on securing the network infrastructure, including internal and external communications, network devices, and access controls within an organisation to specialising in securing cloud environments and cloud-based applications, with an emphasis on cloud-specific security practices and tools.

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- Course fee
- About the course
- Admission requirements
- Accreditation status
- Assessment details
- What to expect
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Course fee
Cost: R3 560.00
Deposit: R890.00
Monthly instalment: R890.00 x 3
Duration: You will have Skillsoft access to this course for 12 months. The average time required to work through the syllabus is:
- 35 courses (30h 28m)
- Optional additional resources are available to enhance your learning in your own time.
About the course
Course code: C01159
Course overview:
- Track 1: Network Security Specialist
- Track 2: Security Admin
- Track 3: Cloud Security Admin
- Track 4: Cloud Security Architect
What are Aspire Journeys?
Aspire Journeys are guided learning paths designed and published by Skillsoft. These courses provide:
- A clear starting point across the roles and responsibilities of tomorrow.
- Exercises for on-the-job applications to put what you’ve learned into practice.
- Verifiable, shareable, and portable digital badges so you can celebrate accomplishments along the way.
- A diverse array of learning tools from the books to audiobooks to video courses, and more.
The learning path for each journey comprises tracks of content in a recommended order. Completing all content within a track completes the track. Completing all tracks within the journey completes the journey.
Modules and topics covered:
Track 1: Network Security Specialist
- Cloud Services: Cloud Computing Concepts
- Cloud Security Fundamentals: Basics of Cloud Operations
- Cloud Security Fundamentals: Architectural & Design Concepts
- Cloud Security Fundamentals: Cloud Infrastructure Security
- Cloud Security Fundamentals: Cloud Data Security
- Cloud Security Fundamentals: Cloud Application Security
- Cloud Security Fundamentals: Legal & Compliance
- Business Continuity: Cloud Integration
- Business Continuity: Secure Cloud Computing
- Cloud Computing Security: Cloud Management
- Final Exam: Network Security Specialist
Track 2: Security Admin
- Cloud Security Administration: Introduction
- Cloud Security Administration: Infrastructure Planning
- Cloud Security Administration: Cloud Data & Application Security
- Cloud Security Administration: Hardened Cloud Security
- Cloud Security Administration: Continuous Operational Improvement
- Cloud Security Administration: Regulatory Conformance
- Final Exam: Security Admin
Track 3: Cloud Security Admin
- Cloud Security Management: Architecture Security
- Cloud Security Management: Operations Security
- Cloud Security Management: Data Security
- Cloud Security Management: Risk Management
- Cloud Security Management: Platform & Infrastructure Security
- Cloud Security Management: Legal & Compliance
- Securing AWS: Fundamentals
- Securing AWS: Identity & Access Management
- Securing AWS: Infrastructure Security
- Securing AWS: Data Protection
- Final Exam: Cloud Security Admin
Track 4: Cloud Security Architect
- Cloud Platform Security: Designing Secure Access
- Cloud Platform Security: Infrastructure Protection
- Cloud Platform Security: System Monitoring & Protection
- Cloud Platform Security: Incident Response & Remediation
- Cloud Platform Security: Platform & Infrastructure Security
- Final Exam: Cloud Security Architect
Admission requirements
Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites, but it is recommended that candidates have some experience in the lab or field.
Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).
Expertise level: Intermediate
Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.
Effort: Self-paced learning online.
Accreditation status
Course type: Short course
Industry partner: Skillsoft
Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.
Certification issued by: College SA
Assessment details
Each track concludes with a final internal exam that will test your knowledge and application of the topics presented throughout that specific track. There are no external certification exams for this course.
What to expect
Dedicated support team
We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.
Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access
Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, and mentoring. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.
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