Introduction to Cloud Computing for IT Workers

This is a 1 day instructor-led seminar-style class that introduces IT workers with key concepts in cloud computing with emphasis on: Cloud technology infrastructure, overview, migration, security, tools, Office 365.

One day introduction to “The Cloud”, services that were traditionally hosted on corporate networks now being housed externally and accessed through internet technologies.

Understanding what is meant by the term “The Cloud”

Types of cloud infrastructure:

• Private Cloud
• Public Cloud
• Hybrid Cloud
• SaaS, IaaS, PaaS

Cloud Advantages & Disadvantages:

• Computing as a “utility”
• Cost, Services, Availably
• Control of Data & Continuity of Services
• Change Management

Security & Privacy Considerations:

• Privileged user access
• Regulatory compliance
• Data location
• Data segregation
• Recovery
• Investigative support
• Long-term viability

Migrating to the Cloud (assumed Microsoft Active Directory Environment):

• Claims Based Authentication and permission model
• Microsoft Identity and Migration Products

IT workers or managers of IT workers that have an interest in the new Cloud technologies, terms, systems and what they mean for all of us.