Cloud Security Fundamentals for Federal Employees
IDCYSE7003
A jargon-free grounding in how federal cloud services get secured and where one party's responsibility ends and the other's begins.
A jargon-free grounding in how federal cloud services get secured and where one party's responsibility ends and the other's begins.
With agency workloads moving steadily to the cloud, the workforce as a whole needs a working sense of where cloud security parts company with traditional on-premises security. This foundational course covers cloud service models, the part FedRAMP plays in federal cloud governance, and the shared responsibility model that splits security duties between provider and agency.
From there participants take up identity and data protection, secure configuration, vulnerability management, and cloud monitoring and incident reporting, finishing with a capstone that evaluates a federal cloud service. The live format suits a mixed-experience audience, since the instructor can pitch each topic to the room.
Receive instruction from subject‑matter experts who bring proven government experience.
Courses that are regularly updated based on feedback and industry developments, ensuring versions are mapped to federal competencies.
The instructor was wonderful and so knowledgeable. The course materials were extremely relevant to what my job is. I feel like I can be better because of this class.
— 2025 student
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Attend this course live online or as self-paced training. Engage with expert instructors, ask questions, and get feedback on your exercises and projects.
Get the same interactivity and access to the instructor as in-person students. There are no extra fees and we’ll work with you to ensure your remote setup is perfect.
Learn at your own pace with pre-recorded video lessons and hands-on exercises. Work through the material on your schedule with access to course content and resources.
Our instructors are industry experts and experienced educators, driven to help you succeed.
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Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!
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We offer a single free retake of the class within a year.
You can also access recordings of each session in your student portal within one business day of the session’s end. Recordings are available for one month after the session.
Since 1921, Graduate School USA has partnered with over 125 federal agencies and trained more than one million federal employees. Led by instructors with deep, real-world knowledge of federal regulations, policies, and practices, our private group programs are practical, mission-driven, and tailored to your agency’s objectives. We offer expertise across key federal domains—including human resources, financial management, acquisition and contracting, leadership, and more—to deliver training where and how your team needs it.
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The first installment is due one week before the first class. Subsequent installments are spread out evenly across the duration of the course.
| Installments | |
|---|---|
| 10% non-refundable deposit | |
| $699.00 | Total You Pay |
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Instructor
Wes Bryan resides in Gainesville, Florida, and has built his career around technology, education, and helping others understand complex subjects. He values continuous learning, clear communication, and practical problem-solving. Outside of work, Wesley enjoys running, hiking, fishing, and spending time outdoors. He also has a strong interest in music and literature, enjoys reading both fiction and nonfiction, as well as playing guitar.
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With more than 25 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity, Chuck has built a career on a strong foundation in security, networking, help desk operations, and technical training. He has helped organizations strengthen their security posture by identifying vulnerabilities, conducting threat assessments, implementing security controls, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Combining extensive technical expertise with a passion for education, Chuck equips professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to recognize risks, risks and respond effectively.