Course Information

Why Choose Garranto Academy for Your Certified Cloud Tester Foundation (CCTF) Training?

Choose Garranto Academy for your Certified Cloud Tester Foundation (CCTF) training and benefit from expert-led instruction, hands-on exercises, and real-world case studies tailored to today's industry demands. Our curriculum is designed by practitioners with deep Cloud Security expertise, ensuring you gain immediately applicable skills backed by globally recognised frameworks.

Course Overview

Certified Cloud Tester Foundation (CCTF) validates foundational skills in cloud testing, tools, techniques, and best practices.

Course Objectives

Understand the shared responsibility model and cloud security fundamentals.
Identify and mitigate cloud-specific threats and vulnerabilities.
Implement security controls for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments.
Apply cloud security frameworks: CSA CCM, NIST, and ISO 27017.
Govern cloud security posture with CSPM and CWPP tools.
Design cloud security architectures aligned to zero trust principles.

Prerequisites

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and networking.
Basic cybersecurity knowledge (CIA triad, threats, and controls).
No advanced cloud security experience required.

Course Outlines

Module 1: Cloud Security Fundamentals

Shared responsibility model across providers
Cloud threat landscape: misconfigurations, exposed APIs, insider threats
Cloud security frameworks: CSA CCM, NIST SP 800-144

Module 2: Identity & Access in the Cloud

IAM best practices: least privilege and separation of duties
Multi-cloud identity federation and SSO
Privileged access workstations and just-in-time access

Module 3: Data & Infrastructure Security

Encryption at rest and in transit
Key management services (KMS) and secrets management
Securing cloud storage, containers, and serverless functions

Module 4: Security Monitoring & Operations

Cloud-native SIEM and SOAR integration
CSPM tools: Prisma Cloud, Wiz, and Defender for Cloud
Incident detection, investigation, and response in cloud environments

Module 5: Compliance & Governance

Cloud security compliance: SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS
Policy as code and automated compliance checking
Multi-cloud governance and risk management

Course Outcomes

Secure cloud environments against modern threats and misconfigurations.
Implement IAM, encryption, and data protection in cloud platforms.
Monitor cloud security posture and respond to incidents.
Apply compliance frameworks to cloud infrastructure.
Design zero trust architectures for cloud-native workloads.

Benefits of Certified Cloud Tester Foundation (CCTF)

Completing the Certified Cloud Tester Foundation (CCTF) programme at Garranto Academy equips you with in-demand competencies, enhances your professional credibility, and accelerates career growth. Participants gain practical experience, access to a peer network of professionals, and the confidence to apply new knowledge directly in their organisations.

What You'll Learn

Practical hands-on experience

Industry-recognized certification

Real-world case studies

Expert-led live sessions

Comprehensive study materials

Post-training support

Facilities & Equipment

Virtual Training

Electronic materials
IT support for software & hardware
Administrative support

Face-to-Face Training

Air-conditioned classroom
Meals & refreshments provided
Projector & smart board
Stationery provided

Certified Cloud Tester Foundation (CCTF)