Become a Professional Cloud Architect by exploring essential concepts, tools, and services in GCP and working through tests designed to help you get certified Key Features Plan and design a GCP cloud solution architecture Ensure the security and reliability of your cloud solutions and operations Test yourself by taking mock tests with up-to-date exam questions Book DescriptionGoogle Cloud Platform (GCP) is one of the leading cloud service suites and offers solutions for storage, analytics, big data, machine learning, and application development. It features an array of services that can help organizations to get the best out of their infrastructure. This comprehensive guide covers a variety of topics specific to Google's Professional Cloud Architect official exam syllabus and guides you in using the right methods for effective use of GCP services. You'll start by exploring GCP, understanding the benefits of becoming a certified architect, and learning how to register for the exam. You'll then delve into the core services that GCP offers such as computing, storage, and security. As you advance, this GCP book will help you get up to speed with methods to scale and automate your cloud infrastructure and delve into containers and services. In the concluding chapters, you'll discover security best practices and even gain insights into designing applications with GCP services and monitoring your infrastructure as a GCP architect. By the end of this book, you will be well versed in all the topics required to pass Google's Professional Cloud Architect exam and use GCP services effectively. What you will learn Manage your GCP infrastructure with Google Cloud management options such as CloudShell and SDK Understand the use cases for different storage options Design a solution with security and compliance in mind Monitor GCP compute options Discover machine learning and the different machine learning models offered by GCP Understand what services need to be used when planning and designing your architecture Who this book is forIf you are a cloud architect, cloud engineer, administrator, or any IT professional who wants to learn how to implement Google Cloud services in your organization and become a GCP Certified Professional Cloud Architect, this book is for you. Basic knowledge of server infrastructure, including Linux and Windows Servers, is assumed. Knowledge of network and storage will also be helpful.

Develop your cybersecurity knowledge to obtain CCNA Cyber Ops certification and gain professional skills to identify and remove potential threats Key Features Explore different security analysis tools and develop your knowledge to confidently pass the 210-255 SECOPS exam Grasp real-world cybersecurity skills such as threat analysis, event correlation, and identifying malicious activity Learn through mock tests, useful tips, and up-to-date exam questions Book DescriptionCybersecurity roles have grown exponentially in the IT industry and an increasing number of organizations have set up security operations centers (SOCs) to monitor and respond to security threats. The 210-255 SECOPS exam is the second of two exams required for the Cisco CCNA Cyber Ops certification. By providing you with fundamental knowledge of SOC events, this certification validates your skills in managing cybersecurity processes such as analyzing threats and malicious activities, conducting security investigations, and using incident playbooks. You'll start by understanding threat analysis and computer forensics, which will help you build the foundation for learning intrusion analysis and incident response principles. The book will then guide you through vocabulary and techniques for analyzing data from the network and previous events. In later chapters, you'll discover how to identify, analyze, correlate, and respond to incidents, including how to communicate technical and inaccessible (non-technical) examples. You'll be able to build on your knowledge as you learn through examples and practice questions, and finally test your knowledge with two mock exams that allow you to put what you've learned to the test. By the end of this book, you'll have the skills to confidently pass the SECOPS 210-255 exam and achieve CCNA Cyber Ops certification. What you will learn Get up to speed with the principles of threat analysis, in a network and on a host device Understand the impact of computer forensics Examine typical and atypical network data to identify intrusions Identify the role of the SOC, and explore other individual roles in incident response Analyze data and events using common frameworks Learn the phases of an incident, and how incident response priorities change for each phase Who this book is forThis book is for anyone who wants to prepare for the Cisco 210-255 SECOPS exam (CCNA Cyber Ops). If you're interested in cybersecurity, have already completed cybersecurity training as part of your formal education, or you work in Cyber Ops and just need a new certification, this book is for you. The certification guide looks at cyber operations from the ground up, consolidating concepts you may or may not have heard about before, to help you become a better cybersecurity operator.

Learn from the AWS subject-matter experts, explore real-world scenarios, and pass the AWS Certified Developer - Associate exam Key Features This fast-paced guide will help you clear the AWS Certified Developer - Associate (DVA-C01) exam with confidence Gain valuable insights to design, develop, and deploy cloud-based solutions using AWS Develop expert core AWS skills with practice questions and mock tests Book DescriptionThis book will focus on the revised version of AWS Certified Developer Associate exam. The 2019 version of this exam guide includes all the recent services and offerings from Amazon that benefits developers. AWS Certified Developer - Associate Guide starts with a quick introduction to AWS and the prerequisites to get you started. Then, this book will describe about getting familiar with Identity and Access Management (IAM) along with Virtual private cloud (VPC). Next, this book will teach you about microservices, serverless architecture, security best practices, advanced deployment methods and more. Going ahead we will take you through AWS DynamoDB A NoSQL Database Service, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS) and CloudFormation Overview. Lastly, this book will help understand Elastic Beanstalk and will also walk you through AWS lambda. At the end of this book, we will cover enough topics, tips and tricks along with mock tests for you to be able to pass the AWS Certified Developer - Associate exam and develop as well as manage your applications on the AWS platform. What you will learn Create and manage users, groups, and permissions using AWS IAM services Create a secured VPC with Public and Private Subnets, NAC, and Security groups Launching your first EC2 instance, and working with it Handle application traffic with ELB and monitor AWS resources with CloudWatch Work with AWS storage services such as S3, Glacier, and CloudFront Get acquainted with AWS DynamoDB a NoSQL database service Use SWS to coordinate work across distributed application components Who this book is forThis book is for IT professionals and developers looking to clear the AWS Certified Developer Associate 2019 exam. Developers looking to develop and manage their applications on the AWS platform will also find this book useful. No prior AWS experience is needed.

Manage Microsoft Azure cloud services that span storage, security, networking, and compute cloud capabilities and ace the AZ-103 Exam Key Features Master features and concepts pertaining to Azure's Administration services Gain a deep understanding of various Azure services related to infrastructure, applications, and environments Gauge yourself by giving mock tests with up-to-date exam questions Book DescriptionMicrosoft Azure Administrator - Exam Guide AZ-103 will cover all the exam objectives that will help you earn Microsoft Azure Administrator certification. Whether you want to clear AZ-103 exam or want hands-on experience in administering Azure, this study guide will help you achieve your objective. It covers the latest features and capabilities around configuring, managing, and securing Azure resources. Following Microsoft's AZ-103 exam syllabus, this guide is divided into five modules. The first module talks about how to manage Azure subscriptions and resources. You will be able to configure Azure subscription policies at Azure subscription level and learn how to use Azure policies for resource groups. Later, the book covers techniques related to implementing and managing storage in Azure. You will be able to create and configure backup policies and perform restore operations. The next module will guide you to create, configure, and deploy virtual machines for Windows and Linux. In the last two modules, you will learn about configuring and managing virtual networks and managing identities. The book concludes with effective mock tests along with answers so that you can confidently crack this exam. By the end of this book, you will acquire the skills needed to pass Exam AZ-103. What you will learn Configure Azure subscription policies and manage resource groups Monitor activity log by using Log Analytics Modify and deploy Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates Protect your data with Azure Site Recovery Learn how to manage identities in Azure Monitor and troubleshoot virtual network connectivity Manage Azure Active Directory Connect, password sync, and password writeback Who this book is forThis book is for Azure administrators, systems administrators or anyone preparing for AZ 103 exam and wants to master Azure's various administration features. Readers should have proficiency in working with PowerShell, CLI and other day-to-day Azure administration tasks.

Cisco (R) ASA All-in-One Next-Generation Firewall, IPS, and VPN Services, Third Edition Identify, mitigate, and respond to today's highly-sophisticated network attacks. Today, network attackers are far more sophisticated, relentless, and dangerous. In response, Cisco ASA: All-in-One Next-Generation Firewall, IPS, and VPN Services has been fully updated to cover the newest techniques and Cisco technologies for maximizing end-to-end security in your environment. Three leading Cisco security experts guide you through every step of creating a complete security plan with Cisco ASA, and then deploying, configuring, operating, and troubleshooting your solution. Fully updated for today's newest ASA releases, this edition adds new coverage of ASA 5500-X, ASA 5585-X, ASA Services Module, ASA next-generation firewall services, EtherChannel, Global ACLs, clustering, IPv6 improvements, IKEv2, AnyConnect Secure Mobility VPN clients, and more. The authors explain significant recent licensing changes; introduce enhancements to ASA IPS; and walk you through configuring IPsec, SSL VPN, and NAT/PAT. You'll learn how to apply Cisco ASA adaptive identification and mitigation services to systematically strengthen security in network environments of all sizes and types. The authors present up-to-date sample configurations, proven design scenarios, and actual debugs- all designed to help you make the most of Cisco ASA in your rapidly evolving network. Jazib Frahim, CCIE (R) No. 5459 (Routing and Switching; Security), Principal Engineer in the Global Security Solutions team, guides top-tier Cisco customers in security-focused network design and implementation. He architects, develops, and launches new security services concepts. His books include Cisco SSL VPN Solutions and Cisco Network Admission Control, Volume II: NAC Deployment and Troubleshooting. Omar Santos, CISSP No. 463598, Cisco Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) technical leader, leads and mentors engineers and incident managers in investigating and resolving vulnerabilities in Cisco products and protecting Cisco customers. Through 18 years in IT and cybersecurity, he has designed, implemented, and supported numerous secure networks for Fortune (R) 500 companies and the U.S. government. He is also the author of several other books and numerous whitepapers and articles. Andrew Ossipov, CCIE (R) No. 18483 and CISSP No. 344324, is a Cisco Technical Marketing Engineer focused on firewalls, intrusion prevention, and data center security. Drawing on more than 16 years in networking, he works to solve complex customer technical problems, architect new features and products, and define future directions for Cisco's product portfolio. He holds several pending patents. Understand, install, configure, license, maintain, and troubleshoot the newest ASA devices Efficiently implement Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) services Control and provision network access with packet filtering, context-aware Cisco ASA next-generation firewall services, and new NAT/PAT concepts Configure IP routing, application inspection, and QoS Create firewall contexts with unique configurations, interfaces, policies, routing tables, and administration Enable integrated protection against many types of malware and advanced persistent threats (APTs) via Cisco Cloud Web Security and Cisco Security Intelligence Operations (SIO) Implement high availability with failover and elastic scalability with clustering Deploy, troubleshoot, monitor, tune, and manage Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) features Implement site-to-site IPsec VPNs and all forms of remote-access VPNs (IPsec, clientless SSL, and client-based SSL) Configure and troubleshoot Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Use IKEv2 to more effectively resist attacks against VPNs Leverage IPv6 support for IPS, packet inspection, transparent firewalls, and site-to-site IPsec VPNs

A comprehensive certification guide that will help you prepare for the exam from day one of your preparation journey Key Features Get well-versed with the nitty-gritty of Windows server 2016 A practical guide towards installing, upgrading, and migrating to Windows Server 2016 Enhance your skills with practice questions and mock tests Book DescriptionMCSA: Windows Server 2016 is one of the most sought-after certifications for IT professionals which include working with Windows Server and performing administrative tasks around it. It targets Exam 70-740, Exam 70-741, Exam 70-742 and Exam 70-743 certifications and the demand for these certifications is increasingly high. This book will start with installation, upgrade and migration to Windows Server 2016, cover imaging and deployment and proceed with High Availability and Clustering. Then we will deep dive into fundamental concepts like Core networking, DNS, DHCP, Storage and proceed to Hyper-V, Network Access and Distributed File System. It will also explain Advanced Networking topics such as Software Defined Networking and High-Performance Networking. Furthermore, it will also cover advanced Identity topics in Windows Server 2016 such as Active Directory installation and configuration, Group Policy, Active Directory Certificate Services, and Active Directory Federation Services and Rights Management. Towards the end of this book, test questions and mock preparation items will help in preparing for the certifications with more ease. By the end of this book, you will be able to complete MCSA: Windows Server 2016 certification with more confidence. What you will learn Prepare for exam 70-741 Networking with Windows Server 2016 Learn to apply the technology to real-world examples Learn core networking, name resolution and connectivity technologies in Windows Server 2016. Get prepared for exam 70-742 Identity with Windows Server 2016 Get ways to clear the exam 70-743 Upgrading Your Skills to MCSA: Windows Server 2016 Practice critical skills and test your knowledge of the objectives of all three MCSA exams Who this book is forThis book is targeted towards system administrators or windows server administrators who are interested in clearing the MCSA certification with ease.

Comprehensive coverage of the new CASP+ exam, with hands-on practice and interactive study tools The CASP+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Study Guide: Exam CAS-003, Third Edition, offers invaluable preparation for exam CAS-003. Covering 100 percent of the exam objectives, this book provides expert walk-through of essential security concepts and processes to help you tackle this challenging exam with full confidence. Practical examples and real-world insights illustrate critical topics and show what essential practices look like on the ground, while detailed explanations of technical and business concepts give you the background you need to apply identify and implement appropriate security solutions. End-of-chapter reviews help solidify your understanding of each objective, and cutting-edge exam prep software features electronic flashcards, hands-on lab exercises, and hundreds of practice questions to help you test your knowledge in advance of the exam. The next few years will bring a 45-fold increase in digital data, and at least one third of that data will pass through the cloud. The level of risk to data everywhere is growing in parallel, and organizations are in need of qualified data security professionals; the CASP+ certification validates this in-demand skill set, and this book is your ideal resource for passing the exam. Master cryptography, controls, vulnerability analysis, and network security Identify risks and execute mitigation planning, strategies, and controls Analyze security trends and their impact on your organization Integrate business and technical components to achieve a secure enterprise architecture CASP+ meets the ISO 17024 standard, and is approved by U.S. Department of Defense to fulfill Directive 8570.01-M requirements. It is also compliant with government regulations under the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). As such, this career-building credential makes you in demand in the marketplace and shows that you are qualified to address enterprise-level security concerns. The CASP+ CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Study Guide: Exam CAS-003, Third Edition, is the preparation resource you need to take the next big step for your career and pass with flying colors.

Master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the SK0-004 exam the first time with the help of this study guide Key Features Explore virtualisation, IPv4 & IPv6 networking, administration and more Enhancing limited knowledge of server configuration and function A study guide that covers the objectives for the certification examination Book DescriptionCompTIA Server+ Certification is one of the top 5 IT certifications that is vendor neutral.System administrators opt for CompTIA server+ Certification to gain advanced knowledge of concepts including troubleshooting and networking. This book will initially start with the configuration of a basic network server and the configuration for each of its myriad roles. The next set of chapters will provide an overview of the responsibilities and tasks performed by a system administrator to manage and maintain a network server. Moving ahead, you will learn the basic security technologies, methods, and procedures that can be applied to a server and its network. Next, you will cover the troubleshooting procedures and methods in general, and specifically for hardware, software, networks, storage devices, and security applications. Toward the end of this book, we will cover a number of troubleshooting and security mitigation concepts for running admin servers with ease. This guide will be augmented by test questions and mock papers that will help you obtain the necessary certification. By the end of this book, you will be in a position to clear Server+ Certification with ease. What you will learn Understand the purpose and role of a server in a computer network Review computer hardware common to network servers Detail the function and configuration of network operating systems Describe the functions and tasks of network operating system administration Explain the various data storage options on a computer network Detail the need for, and the functioning and application of, network and server security Describe the operational elements of a network provided by a server Explain the processes and methods involved in troubleshooting server issues Who this book is forThis book is targeted towards professionals seeking to gain the CompTIA Server+ certification. People coming from a Microsoft background with basic operating system and networking skills will also find this book useful. Basic experience working with system administration is mandatory.