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 Duration 21 hours

Course Outline

Fundamentals of Encryption and Key Management

  • Differences between symmetric and asymmetric encryption
  • The role of keys in data encryption and authentication
  • The critical importance of key management for security and regulatory adherence

Managing the Key Lifecycle

  • Processes for key generation and distribution
  • Strategies for key rotation and expiry
  • Archiving keys and ensuring secure deletion

Controlling Access and Protecting Keys

  • Applying role-based permissions for key operations
  • Enforcing duty separation and maintaining audit logs
  • Utilizing Hardware Security Modules (HSMs)

KMS Frameworks and System Design

  • Reviewing commercial and open-source KMS solutions
  • Designing secure architectures for key storage and administration
  • Integrating KMS with existing applications and services

Key Management in the Cloud

  • Managing keys in AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
  • Comparing Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) with native cloud keys
  • Developing multi-cloud key management strategies

Regulatory Compliance and Audit Procedures

  • Applying key management principles under PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, and NIST
  • Monitoring key usage and setting up alerts
  • Responding to incidents involving compromised keys

Real-World Examples and Proven Practices

  • Deploying key management at an enterprise scale
  • Identifying common errors and strategies to avoid them
  • Crafting a comprehensive key management policy for your organization

Recap and Future Recommendations

Requirements

  • Foundational knowledge of encryption and cryptographic principles
  • Practical experience with IT infrastructure or security frameworks
  • Basic familiarity with cloud platforms is advantageous

Target Participants

  • Security specialists
  • IT administrators responsible for sensitive data
  • Compliance and risk management experts

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