DEVELOPING AND DELIVERING COMPREHENSIVE CLOUD SECURITY TRAINING PROGRAMS: THE IMPORTANCE OF CONTINUOUS EDUCATION IN MAINTAINING HIGH LEVELS OF SECURITY AWARENESS
Keywords:
Cloud Security, Cloud Security Training, Shared Responsibility Model, Continuous Education, AI, Security Awareness, Role-Specific Training, Incident Response, Cybersecurity TrainingAbstract
With organizations' growing reliance on cloud infrastructure, it becomes critical to ensure that cloud security is vital. This article seeks to study the importance of implementing cloud security training programs as the key to making users of varying hierarchal levels – from IT staff to top management, competent in Cloud Security. In this, the article presents the shared responsibility model, the transformation of the threat landscape, and the significance of a continuous learning process t23o show how biannual awareness training sessions, role-based awareness training, and adaptation of modern technology such as AI, machine learning, VRs, and ARs improve the security of an organization's individuals. These latest events, such as the Capital One or Tesla cyber incidents, demonstrate that security should be a constant agenda. The author then explains what concerns the future of cloud security training and how the necessity of security education is still vital as the quantum of threats continues to grow.
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