Zero Trust Security Architecture
Master advanced Zero Trust principles and implementation strategies for modern cybersecurity
Course Overview
This comprehensive 8-week course provides a deep understanding of Zero Trust Security Architecture (ZTSA), an advanced approach to securing digital environments by eliminating the concept of implicit trust. Designed for IT professionals, cybersecurity analysts, network engineers, and security architects seeking to master Zero Trust principles, architectures, and implementation strategies.
Students will learn to design and implement Zero Trust architectures, apply identity-based security and least privilege principles, implement multi-factor authentication and micro-segmentation, and leverage security automation and continuous monitoring.
Learning Outcomes
Explain the core principles and benefits of Zero Trust Security
Design and deploy Zero Trust architectures for diverse environments
Implement identity and access management (IAM) solutions
Use network segmentation to reduce attack surfaces
Automate security policies for continuous threat detection and response
Apply Zero Trust in cloud, hybrid, and on-premises networks
Conduct risk assessments and security audits for Zero Trust readiness
Integrate Zero Trust with existing security frameworks and tools
Course Details
8 weeks (64 hours)
Virtual & In-Person
IT professional with networking and security knowledge
NIST, Forrester, Google BeyondCorp
What's Included
- Hands-on Zero Trust lab environment
- IAM and MFA implementation training
- Network micro-segmentation exercises
- Cloud Zero Trust implementation
- Final architecture design project
Course Curriculum
8 comprehensive modules covering Zero Trust Security Architecture principles and implementation
Week 1
Introduction to Zero Trust Security
- •Zero Trust Fundamentals and Core Concepts
- •Evolution from Perimeter to Zero Trust Models
- •Key Zero Trust Frameworks (NIST, Forrester, Google BeyondCorp)
- •Zero Trust Maturity Model
- •Understanding Trust Boundaries
Week 2
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- •Role of Identity in Zero Trust
- •Identity and Access Management (IAM) Fundamentals
- •Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Single Sign-On (SSO)
- •Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)
- •Configuring MFA and SSO in Secure Environments
Week 3
Network Micro-Segmentation and Isolation
- •Network Segmentation vs. Micro-Segmentation
- •Software-Defined Networking (SDN) for Zero Trust
- •Implementing Least Privilege Network Access
- •Zero Trust in Cloud, Hybrid, and On-Premises Networks
- •Building a Segmented Network
Week 4
Data Protection and Encryption
- •Zero Trust Data Security Principles
- •Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Encryption Strategies
- •Securing Data at Rest, in Transit, and in Use
- •Data Classification and Handling
- •Encrypting Sensitive Data in a Zero Trust Environment
Week 5
Continuous Monitoring and Threat Detection
- •Continuous Security Monitoring and Analytics
- •SIEM and SOAR for Zero Trust Environments
- •Threat Intelligence and Behavioral Analytics
- •Real-time Threat Detection and Response
- •Configuring SIEM for Continuous Monitoring
Week 6
Zero Trust in the Cloud
- •Zero Trust for Cloud Environments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- •Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB) and Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
- •Zero Trust Policy Enforcement in Multi-Cloud Environments
- •Cloud-Native Security Controls
- •Implementing Zero Trust in a Cloud Environment
Week 7
Zero Trust Automation and Orchestration
- •Automating Zero Trust Policies with APIs
- •Integration with DevSecOps and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- •Automated Incident Response and Remediation
- •Security Orchestration and Workflow Automation
- •Building Automated Zero Trust Workflows
Week 8
Zero Trust Implementation and Career Preparation
- •Zero Trust Architecture Design and Deployment
- •Real-World Zero Trust Case Studies
- •Building a Zero Trust Resume and Portfolio
- •Mock Interviews and Career Guidance
- •Final Project: Zero Trust Architecture Design
Career Opportunities
Launch your career in Zero Trust security architecture and modern cybersecurity
Zero Trust Security Architect
Network Security Engineer
Cybersecurity Analyst (Zero Trust Focus)
Identity and Access Management (IAM) Engineer
Cloud Security Engineer
SOC Analyst (Zero Trust Environment)
Zero Trust Consultant
DevSecOps Engineer
Security Automation Engineer
IT Security Architect
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