Professional Cloud Security Engineer

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Nov 1, 2018
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Exam Details

Duration120 min
Passing ScoreNot disclosed (scaled scoring)
LevelProfessional
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For2 years
Release DateNov 1, 2018
Exam Cost$200

What topics are on the PROFESSIONAL-CLOUD-SECURITY-ENGINEER exam?

1

Configuring access 25%

1.1
Managing Cloud Identity
2 subtopics
1.1.1Google Cloud Directory Sync and SSO
1.1.2User Lifecycle Management
Learning Objectives
  • Configure Google Cloud Directory Sync and implement SSO
  • Manage super administrator account
  • Automate user lifecycle management
  • Administer accounts programmatically
  • Configure Workforce Identity Federation
1.2
Managing service accounts
1 subtopics
1.2.1Service Account Security
Learning Objectives
  • Secure and protect service accounts including defaults
  • Identify scenarios requiring service accounts
  • Create, disable, and authorize service accounts
  • Secure and audit service account keys
  • Manage short-lived credentials
  • Configure Workload Identity Federation
  • Manage service account impersonation
1.3
Managing authentication
1 subtopics
1.3.1Authentication Policies
Learning Objectives
  • Create password and session management policy
  • Set up SAML and OAuth
  • Configure and enforce 2-step verification
1.4
Managing and implementing authorization controls
1 subtopics
1.4.1IAM and Access Control
Learning Objectives
  • Manage privileged roles and separation of duties
  • Manage IAM and ACL permissions
  • Grant permissions using IAM conditions and deny policies
  • Define access control at all resource levels
  • Configure Access Context Manager
  • Apply Policy Intelligence
  • Manage permissions through groups
  • Configure Privileged Access Manager
1.5
Defining the resource hierarchy
1 subtopics
1.5.1Resource Organization
Learning Objectives
  • Manage folders and projects at scale
  • Manage pre-built or custom organization policies
  • Use resource hierarchy for access control and permissions inheritance
Domain Hands-on Skills
Configure Cloud Identity and SSOImplement service account securitySet up IAM policies with conditionsDesign resource hierarchyConfigure Access Context Manager
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Over-privileged service accounts
  • Not rotating service account keys
  • Incorrect IAM inheritance assumptions
  • Missing MFA enforcement
2

Securing communications and establishing boundary protection 22%

3

Ensuring data protection 23%

4

Managing operations 19%

5

Supporting compliance requirements 11%

How do I earn the Professional Cloud Security Engineer certification?

Career Progression

0

  • Years:0-2
  • Role:Junior Cloud Security Engineer
  • Certifications:Associate Cloud Engineer, Professional Cloud Security Engineer

1

  • Years:2-5
  • Role:Senior Cloud Security Engineer
  • Certifications:Professional Cloud Security Engineer, Additional Professional certs

2

  • Years:5-8
  • Role:Lead Security Architect
  • Certifications:Multiple Professional certs, CISSP or CCSP

3

  • Years:8+
  • Role:Principal Security Architect / CISO
  • Certifications:Cloud Digital Leader, Executive certifications

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Retake the current exam versionPass a higher-level Google Cloud certificationComplete continuous learning activities

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Official Resources

Community Resources

Google Cloud CommunityForumr/googlecloudRedditGoogle Cloud Certified Professionals LinkedIn GroupLinkedIn Group

Hands-on Labs

Security Command Center FundamentalsGoogle Cloud Skills BoostSecuring Google Cloud with CFT ScorecardGoogle Cloud Skills BoostIAM Custom RolesGoogle Cloud Skills BoostVPC Service ControlsGoogle Cloud Skills BoostCloud Armor Preconfigured WAF RulesGoogle Cloud Skills Boost

Study Tips

  • Focus heavily on IAM, as it appears in 25% of the exam
  • Understand VPC Service Controls thoroughly
  • Practice with Cloud Armor and DDoS protection scenarios
  • Master encryption options (CMEK, EKM, default encryption)
  • Know the differences between all private connectivity options
  • Understand Security Command Center features in detail
  • Study compliance frameworks and Assured Workloads
  • Practice hands-on labs for at least 20-30 hours
  • Review all Google Cloud security best practices documentation

What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Certification Updates

2024-11-01
Exam guide updated to include AI workload security
2024-09-01
Cloud NGFW added to network security topics
2024-07-01
Privileged Access Manager added to IAM topics

Technology Coverage

Security Command CenterPremium

High - New AI features likely in next exam update

Released: 2024-11-01
Cloud NGFWEnterprise

High - Replaces traditional firewall questions

Released: 2024-08-01
Confidential ComputingGA

Medium - New encryption in use questions

Released: 2024-10-01
Vertex AI Security2024.2

Medium - AI security is growing topic

Released: 2024-07-01

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • 3+ years of industry experience
  • 1+ years of experience designing and managing solutions using Google Cloud
  • Experience with security controls for cloud infrastructure
  • Understanding of security best practices and compliance requirements
  • Knowledge of Google Cloud security products and features

Experience Level: Professional

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$200 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For2 years
Recertification
  • Pass the current version of the same exam
  • Pass a higher-level certification exam
  • Complete continuous learning through Cloud Skills Boost

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