Security Architecture and Design
Security Architecture and Design focuses on creating robust, secure systems from the ground up. It encompasses principles, practices, and methodologies that ensure security is integrated into every aspect of a system's design and implementation.
Why Security Architecture and Design Matters
Proactive Security
Addresses security concerns from the outset, reducing vulnerabilities and the cost of fixing issues later.
Scalable Protection
Ensures that security measures can grow and adapt with the system, maintaining protection as the architecture evolves.
Compliance and Trust
Helps meet regulatory requirements and builds trust with stakeholders by demonstrating a commitment to security.
Learning Objectives
- Understand fundamental principles of secure architecture and design
- Learn to implement the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)
- Develop skills in designing secure microservices architectures
- Master cloud security architecture best practices
- Understand and implement Zero Trust Architecture principles
- Learn to conduct security architecture reviews and threat modeling
Subcategories
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Sample Questions
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1. Which of the following is NOT a principle of Zero Trust Architecture?
- Verify explicitly
- Use least privilege access
- Assume breach
- Trust but verify
2. In the context of the Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC), what is the primary purpose of the "Design" phase?
- To write secure code
- To identify and mitigate potential security risks in the system architecture
- To perform penetration testing
- To deploy the application securely
3. Acronym Question: What does the 'S' in STRIDE stand for in the context of threat modeling?
Fill in the blank: S_____, Tampering, Repudiation, Information disclosure, Denial of service and Elevation of privilege
4. Acronym Question: In cloud security architecture, what does CASB stand for?
- Cloud Access Security Broker
- Centralized Application Security Base
- Cloud Architecture Security Baseline
- Containerized Application Service Bus
Related Certifications
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
- AWS Certified Security - Specialty
- SABSA Chartered Security Architect
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
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