Demystifying Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Security

This course will guide you through the much talked about convoluted layers of security in OCI, demystifying the components and offering hands-on insights into securing your cloud deployments efficiently.

Kshitij Joy

Data Science | intermediate | 3 hours | Published: Dec 2024

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Overview

1KSTUDENTS^*

96.5%RECOMMEND^*

This course includes:

3 hours of on-demand video 
Certificate of completion 
Direct access/chat with the instructor
100% self-paced online

Welcome to “Demystifying Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Security”—a fast paced course designed to endow you with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the often-complex landscape of cloud security within Oracle’s robust infrastructure. This course will guide you through the much talked about convoluted layers of security in OCI, demystifying the components and offering hands-on insights into securing your cloud deployments efficiently. Through hands-on labs you'll learn how to Confidently design and implement secure OCI environments, mitigate common security risks and threats ensuring that your cloud resources are protected against constantly evolving threats and you always stay compliant with industry standards.

Skills You Will Gain

Oracle Cloud Security

Oracle Cloud Guard

Data Encryption

OCI Security Services

Zero Packet Routing (ZPR)

Learning Outcomes (At The End Of This Program, You Will Be Able To...)

Interpret the Key Security Principles and how they map to the OCI Security Services & Develop an implementation strategy to Deploy Identity and Access Management (IAM) in OCI.
Construct a mechanism for implementing robust Network Security .
Compare the various Data Encryption methodologies and their application and how to keep your data & database secure.
Examining the Monitoring and Threat Detection and the importance of Cloud Security Posture Management.

Prerequisites

A basic understanding of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), resource provisioning through the OCI Cloud Console, and general security principles is recommended for this course.

Who Should Attend

Team Leaders, Supervisors and Managers, IT professionals, system administrators, cloud architects, security engineers, and Database Administrators

Curriculum

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Demystifying Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) Security

Data Science | intermediate | 3 hours | Published: Dec 2024

In partnership with:

Overview

1KSTUDENTS^*

96.5%RECOMMEND^*

This course includes:

3 hours of on-demand video 
Certificate of completion 
Direct access/chat with the instructor
100% self-paced online

Learning Outcomes (At The End Of This Program, You Will Be Able To...)

Interpret the Key Security Principles and how they map to the OCI Security Services & Develop an implementation strategy to Deploy Identity and Access Management (IAM) in OCI.
Construct a mechanism for implementing robust Network Security .
Compare the various Data Encryption methodologies and their application and how to keep your data & database secure.
Examining the Monitoring and Threat Detection and the importance of Cloud Security Posture Management.

Curriculum

1 1: Introduction to OCI Security & IAM

2Module 2: Construct a Mechanism for Implementing Robust Network Security

3Module 3: Encryption and Data Protection

4Module 4: Enhancing Security with Compliance, OCI Monitoring and Threat Detection

Kshitij Joy

Kshitij Joy is an Oracle Certified Master (OCM) with over 20 years of extensive experience in Oracle technologies. Recognized among an elite group of professionals for his advanced skills, he began his journey in the Oracle ecosystem by earning the prestigious Oracle 12c Certified Master certification. His expertise spans critical areas including installation, administration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, Data Guard, and database upgrades. With a deep command of Oracle technologies such as Oracle GoldenGate and Real Application Clusters (RAC), he delivers tailored solutions that meet the complex needs of clients across a wide range of industries.

Throughout his career, Kshitij Joy has consulted for major European banks, providing comprehensive services that include end-to-end Oracle database migrations from on-premises infrastructure to leading cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). His specialization in Oracle Exadata Cloud@Customer enables him to design robust Identity and Access Management (IAM) frameworks and integrate OCI environments with CyberArk for enhanced security posture.

A trusted expert in managing multi-terabyte data warehouses and implementing enterprise-grade storage solutions like Oracle ZFS, Kshitij Joy has a proven track record of delivering high-performance systems with exceptional reliability. His ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges and optimize database environments has consistently driven operational efficiency and innovation.

In addition to his consulting work, Kshitij Joy has led major database migration projects, overseeing the entire lifecycle from planning and architecture to execution and post-migration support. During his tenure as a Systems Designer at BSKYB, he successfully managed a large-scale database migration with minimal disruption to business operations—a testament to his meticulous approach and leadership skills.

Passionate about knowledge-sharing and mentorship, Kshitij Joy is committed to empowering the next generation of database professionals. Through a blend of hands-on experience, strategic insight, and technical mastery, he continues to shape the future of database management in a cloud-first world.