This specialization focuses on securing operating systems and cloud environments, covering topics such as OS security, cloud security, and threat mitigation. Learners will gain hands-on experience with security tools and best practices, preparing them for roles in IT security and cloud architecture.
Security: A Comprehensive Approach Specialization
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Security: A Comprehensive Approach Specialization
Master IT Security for Cloud and Operating Systems. Learn to secure operating systems and cloud environments with advanced security practices.
Instructors: Marwan Omar
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
4 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Share your expertise with employers
Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
4 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Secure operating systems and cloud environments.
Implement advanced security measures to protect against threats.
Apply security best practices to real-world IT scenarios.
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Skills you'll gain
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Taught in English
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May 2025
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Specialization - 3 course series
What you'll learn
Explore operating system firewalls.
Demonstrate the use of Operating System logs.
Explore Operating system permissions.
Skills you'll gain
Category: Linux
Category: Firewall
Category: Microsoft Windows
Category: System Support
Category: Operating Systems
Category: System Configuration
Category: File Management
Category: System Monitoring
Category: Authorization (Computing)
Category: Data Security
What you'll learn
Understand and Apply Cloud Security Principles
Implement and Manage Secure Access Controls
Monitor, Audit, and Respond to Security Incidents
Skills you'll gain
Category: Cloud Security
Category: Identity and Access Management
Category: Incident Response
Category: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Category: Encryption
Category: Data Security
Category: Network Security
Category: Continuous Monitoring
Category: Application Security
Category: Infrastructure Security
Category: Key Management
Category: Firewall
Category: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
Category: Cloud Computing
Category: Multi-Factor Authentication
Category: Amazon Web Services
Category: Security Controls
Category: Cloud Computing Architecture
What you'll learn
Building a virtual machine in the cloud
Navigating pitfalls of migrating workloads to the cloud such as cost implications, and time required to migrate data
Creating a serverless application that runs in the cloud
Skills you'll gain
Category: Cloud Computing
Category: Cloud-Native Computing
Category: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS)
Category: Cloud Management
Category: Virtualization
Category: Cloud Security
Category: Cloud Storage
Category: Amazon Web Services
Category: Cloud Infrastructure
Category: Business Continuity
Category: Cloud Applications
Category: Serverless Computing
Category: Cost Management
Category: DevOps
Category: Disaster Recovery
Category: Capacity Management
Category: Continuous Integration
Category: Virtual Machines
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This Specialization is part of the following degree program(s) offered by Illinois Tech. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹
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Frequently asked questions
No, it’s not required—but it is recommended that you follow the course sequence listed on the specialization landing page. This order is designed to help you build your skills progressively, from foundational concepts to more advanced topics.
No, this specialization is open to all MOOC learners. You do not need to be an admitted degree-seeking student to complete the specialization and receive a Coursera–IIT co-branded non-credit certificate.
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
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