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This comprehensive career path is designed to transform you into a highly sought-after Cloud Security Engineer. You will learn to design secure cloud architectures, implement robust Identity and Access Management (IAM), secure containerized workloads, and ensure compliance with industry standards like SOC 2 and ISO 27001. Through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios across AWS, Azure, and GCP, you will master Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security, cloud-native threat detection, and incident response. By the end of this path, you will be equipped to protect enterprise cloud environments and lead cloud security initiatives.
Career outcomes
Average salary
$115K – $165K
The journey
Complete these learning paths in order to reach the role.
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This career path bundles 20 learning paths, free to study. Sign in to see the full roadmap and start learning.
How you’ll learn
Hands-on labsPractice in real environments — not slideshows.
Real investigationsTriage alerts and work realistic SOC cases.
Interactive quizzesCheck your understanding at every step.
Career certificateEarn a verifiable credential on completion.
Skills you’ll master
cloud securityaws securityazure securitygcp securityiaminfrastructure as codedevsecopscompliancecloud architecturethreat detection
What you unlock
14,380 XPLevel up your profile
Completion certificateVerifiable & shareable
Community accessLearn alongside peers
Practical labsReal hands-on work
Career badgeShow your achievement
20 learning pathsA full structured track
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The path starts from computer, networking, Windows and Linux fundamentals and builds up step by step — no prior experience required.
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Follow a structured roadmap, complete practical labs, earn a verifiable certificate, and build the skills employers expect.
A cloud security engineer designs and maintains defenses for cloud workloads. They configure identity and access controls, secure networks and storage, automate checks in pipelines, and keep AWS, Azure, or GCP environments compliant.
What will I learn in the Cloud Security Engineer career path?
Expect to cover secure cloud architecture, identity and access management, infrastructure as code, DevSecOps practices, and compliance, using concepts that apply across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud.
Is the Cloud Security Engineer career path free?
Yes. The Cloud Security Engineer career path on Codelivly is free, with no paywall or subscription.