Cloudera Data Platform: Security Administration for CDP Private Cloud Base

Course Modules

1. Introduction to Cloudera Data Platform and Security Framework

   • Overview of Cloudera Data Platform (CDP) and its private cloud architecture
   • Introduction to the security framework in CDP Private Cloud Base
   • Understanding the importance of security in big data and cloud-based environments

2. User Authentication and Access Management

   • Implementing Kerberos authentication for secure access to CDP services
   • Managing users, roles, and permissions using Apache Ranger and Cloudera Manager
   • Configuring SSO (Single Sign-On) for seamless user authentication across the platform
   • Integrating LDAP and other identity management systems for user management

3. Data Encryption and Secure Data Transfers

   • Configuring encryption for data-at-rest and data-in-transit in CDP Private Cloud
   • Implementing SSL/TLS encryption for secure communication across CDP services
   • Enabling encryption of HDFS (Hadoop Distributed File System) and other storage components

4. Authorization and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

   • Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) for granular access to data and services
   • Using Apache Ranger policies to define and enforce data access rules
   • Configuring policy enforcement for secure data sharing and collaborative work environments

5. Audit and Monitoring for Security Compliance

   • Configuring audit logging to track and monitor security-related activities
   • Using Cloudera Navigator for audit and compliance tracking
   • Setting up alerting for suspicious activity and compliance breaches
   • Managing access control and auditing using Apache Ranger integration

6. Data Governance and Compliance in CDP Private Cloud

   • Implementing data governance policies for secure data management
   • Ensuring compliance with industry regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, and others
   • Using Cloudera Navigator for data lineage, metadata management, and compliance reporting
   • Securing sensitive data through encryption and access control policies

7. Managing Security in a Multi-Tenant Environment

   • Securing multi-tenant environments in CDP Private Cloud Base
   • Configuring namespaces and resource quotas to isolate data and workloads
   • Ensuring secure data segregation and preventing unauthorized access in shared environments

8. Best Practices for Security Administration in CDP

   • Developing security policies and best practices for administering CDP Private Cloud
   • Applying security patches and updates to maintain a secure environment
   • Managing security in distributed computing environments and securing data pipelines

9. Security Troubleshooting and Incident Management

   • Identifying and diagnosing security issues in CDP Private Cloud
   • Utilizing logging and monitoring tools to troubleshoot security events
   • Establishing incident response protocols and handling security breaches effectively