Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK v5) Official Study Guide

As cloud technology becomes increasingly essential across industries, the need for thorough security knowledge and certification has never been more crucial. The Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK) exam, globally recognized and highly respected, presents a formidable challenge for many.

Author Graham Thompson offers you in-depth guidance and practical tools not only to pass the exam but also to grasp the broader implications of cloud security. Written in collaboration with the Cloud Security Alliance, this fifth edition is filled with real-world examples, targeted practice questions, and the latest on zero trust and AI security—all designed to mirror the actual exam.

By reading this book, you will:

• Understand critical topics such as cloud architecture, governance, compliance, and risk management
• Prepare for the exam with chapter tips, concise reviews, and practice questions to enhance retention
• See the latest on securing different workloads (containers, PaaS, FaaS) and on incident response in the cloud
• Equip yourself with the knowledge necessary for significant career advancement in cloud security