Information Technology Foundations: Cyber Security and Cloud Architecture

As organizations rapidly migrate to the cloud, the demand for professionals who understand both secure infrastructure and robust cloud architecture has never been higher. This text-based course bridges the gap between system administration, modern security practices, and cloud design. You will gain a clear conceptual understanding of how to protect assets while building scalable systems. Through structured written lessons, you will transition from an IT beginner to someone who can confidently discuss and plan secure cloud deployments. What you will learn: Understand core cyber security principles, threat modeling, and modern zero-trust security concepts; Design resilient cloud architectures using industry-standard framework principles; Configure secure access controls, virtual private networks, and identity management systems; Apply encryption basics to protect data both at rest and in transit; Analyze cloud infrastructure for common vulnerabilities and security compliance. The course begins with essential terminology and foundational IT concepts before guiding you through the core pillars of security and architecture design. This comprehensive text-based program is designed specifically for beginners with no prior cloud or security experience. Start your journey toward mastering secure cloud infrastructure today.