¶ Prisma Cloud
¶ Dev Ops
Security has always been a quiet tension point in the world of DevOps. It’s not that teams don’t care about security—they do. But speed, automation, releases, pipelines, and infrastructure often move faster than security teams can review, approve, and adapt. Modern development cycles don’t pause. Cloud environments don’t stay still. Containers spin up and disappear. Microservices multiply. Code changes constantly. Infrastructure is declared in YAML files rather than purchased as hardware. Security, in this kind of world, has to evolve. It can no longer be an afterthought or a final checkpoint. It has to be part of the entire journey.
This is the environment where Prisma Cloud stepped in—quietly at first, then rapidly becoming one of the most comprehensive cloud-native security platforms. If DevOps is about speed, automation, and collaboration, Prisma Cloud brings the missing piece: security that can keep pace. Not theoretical security or isolated audits, but continuous, integrated, automated protection embedded into every stage of cloud-native application development.
Learning Prisma Cloud isn’t just about learning a product. It’s about learning a mindset shift—about treating security not as a gate that blocks progress but as an ingredient baked into the system from the moment code is written to the moment it runs in production. That’s why this course exists. A hundred articles dedicated to understanding not only how Prisma Cloud works, but why it changes the way teams think about securing containers, Kubernetes clusters, serverless functions, cloud networks, infrastructure as code, and entire cloud environments.
To understand why Prisma Cloud matters, you must look at how cloud-native systems changed the game. In traditional environments, security had a certain predictability: fixed servers, limited deployment patterns, controlled networks, and infrastructure with long life cycles. Policies were static. Reviews were periodic. Nothing moved too quickly.
Then cloud-native development arrived, and everything accelerated. DevOps pipelines automated releases. Infrastructure-as-code automated provisioning. Containers made environments ephemeral. Developers could deploy dozens of times a day without touching hardware. Security tools that depended on slow reviews and manual checks simply could not keep up.
Prisma Cloud was designed to bridge this gap. Instead of running security as a separate track, it weaves itself directly into the workflows DevOps teams already use. Developers can get security feedback as they write code. CI/CD pipelines can scan artifacts, images, and manifests automatically. Ops teams get visibility into cloud misconfigurations and runtime threats. Security teams get policies that enforce themselves at scale. And leadership gets the confidence that the organization can embrace speed without compromising on protection.
One of the reasons Prisma Cloud gained so much traction is its ability to see the entire picture. Many tools specialize in one aspect of cloud security—maybe container scanning, maybe IaC scanning, maybe cloud configuration analysis. Prisma Cloud brings all those dimensions together. It protects the code, the pipeline, the workloads, the data, the identities, and the cloud infrastructure. It’s not just a scanner. It’s not just a runtime monitor. It’s not just a compliance tool. It’s a platform that understands the full lifecycle of modern applications.
This lifecycle perspective aligns perfectly with DevOps principles. DevOps encourages teams to break down silos between development and operations. Prisma Cloud extends this collaboration by bringing security into that shared space. Instead of security being a late-stage obstacle, it becomes a part of the pipeline that everyone sees, understands, and participates in.
One of the biggest challenges in cloud-native development is visibility. In a world of containers, microservices, ephemeral workloads, multiple clusters, serverless functions, and dozens of cloud accounts, visibility often feels like an unsolved puzzle. Prisma Cloud addresses this by giving teams a single lens through which they can see everything happening across their cloud environments. Misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, network exposures, runtime anomalies, access risks, compliance gaps—everything becomes visible.
Visibility alone isn’t enough, of course. A tool needs to transform visibility into action. Prisma Cloud does this through policies, automated controls, and integrations with DevOps tools. If a container image contains a known vulnerability, the CI pipeline can block it. If a Terraform script creates a risky configuration, Prisma Cloud can flag it before it’s applied. If a workload behaves suspiciously in production, Prisma Cloud can detect the anomaly and respond automatically. These aren’t isolated checks—they are guardrails that guide teams toward safe, secure delivery without slowing them down.
Throughout this course, you’ll see how Prisma Cloud aligns with the broader movement toward “shift left” security. The idea is simple: the earlier you catch a security issue, the cheaper and easier it is to fix. Prisma Cloud makes this practical by inserting security into version control systems, build pipelines, and infrastructure templates. Developers get feedback at the moment they create something insecure, not weeks later during an audit. This shifts security from reactive to proactive.
But Prisma Cloud doesn’t stop at “shift left.” It also provides “shift right” protection—runtime defense. Cloud-native environments are dynamic. Even if everything is scanned and approved before deployment, the real world is unpredictable. Runtime threats can emerge from new vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, insider errors, zero-day exploits, or unexpected traffic patterns. Prisma Cloud monitors real-time behavior in production environments, watching how containers behave, how network connections form, how processes run, and how identities interact with resources. This gives teams the kind of security insight that traditional tools simply cannot offer.
As you move through this course, you’ll realize how Prisma Cloud helps unify multiple teams around a shared security vision. Developers appreciate that they can catch issues early. DevOps engineers appreciate that pipelines become safer without becoming slower. Cloud engineers appreciate that misconfigurations are detected instantly. Security teams appreciate that policies are enforced consistently. Leadership appreciates that compliance becomes automated rather than painful.
Another underrated strength of Prisma Cloud is that it supports hybrid and multi-cloud realities. Most organizations are not purely in one cloud. They mix AWS with Azure. They combine Google Cloud with self-hosted Kubernetes clusters. They use serverless functions alongside containers. Prisma Cloud thrives in this environment because it is built for flexibility. It doesn’t expect a perfect, uniform cloud strategy. It adapts to real-world complexity.
There’s also a cultural aspect to mastering Prisma Cloud. DevOps isn’t just about automation—it’s about collaboration and shared responsibility. Security historically sat outside that shared responsibility, often isolated in its own corner with its own tools and processes. Prisma Cloud brings security into the collaborative center. Security becomes visible, understandable, measurable, and actionable. That cultural shift is one of the most powerful outcomes of adopting Prisma Cloud.
Throughout this course, you’ll explore Prisma Cloud’s role in securing each layer of the cloud-native stack. How it scans code repositories. How it integrates with CI pipelines. How it protects container registries. How it monitors Kubernetes clusters. How it inspects IaC templates like Terraform or CloudFormation. How it analyzes cloud configurations against industry standards. How it detects unusual behavior in production. Each of these layers reinforces the others, creating a continuous line of defense from development to deployment to runtime.
Another important theme you’ll notice is how Prisma Cloud encourages both precision and automation. Good security is not just about finding risks but about responding intelligently. Automation plays a key role here. The platform can block builds, quarantine workloads, enforce policies, detect network anomalies, and help teams prioritize issues based on severity and impact. This reduces the operational burden on engineers and helps avoid alert fatigue. Instead of drowning in endless warnings, teams focus on what actually matters.
Prisma Cloud also teaches an important lesson about “security as code.” Just as infrastructure became expressible through code, and pipelines became codified, security can also be managed through version-controlled configurations. Policies, exceptions, scanning rules, compliance frameworks—all of these can be controlled through code. This brings a level of repeatability and transparency that traditional security processes rarely achieve.
By the time you reach the end of this 100-article journey, Prisma Cloud will no longer feel like a collection of features—it will feel like a security partner woven into the DNA of your DevOps practice. You will understand how to design secure cloud architectures, build safe CI/CD pipelines, protect Kubernetes workloads, secure serverless functions, and respond intelligently to threats in real time.
More importantly, you will understand the deeper connection between DevOps and security. How automation, visibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement extend naturally into the realm of cloud-native protection. How security becomes a shared capability instead of an isolated responsibility. How modern teams can deliver software quickly without sacrificing safety.
Prisma Cloud empowers teams to embrace the cloud with confidence. It provides the guardrails for developers, the automation for DevOps, the insight for security, and the assurance for leadership. It turns cloud-native complexity into manageable patterns. And it allows organizations to move fast without fear.
Now you’re ready to explore that world in depth.
¶ Prisma Cloud
¶ Part 1: Introduction to Prisma Cloud and DevOps Fundamentals
1. What is Prisma Cloud? An Introduction to Cloud Security
2. Prisma Cloud’s Role in the DevOps Pipeline
3. Setting Up Prisma Cloud: Getting Started with Configuration
4. Prisma Cloud Architecture: Key Components and Services
5. How Prisma Cloud Integrates with Public Cloud Providers
6. Prisma Cloud vs Traditional Security Tools: Key Differences
7. Understanding Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
8. Navigating the Prisma Cloud Console and CLI
9. Creating Your First Security Policy with Prisma Cloud
10. The Importance of Prisma Cloud in Modern DevOps Workflows
¶ Part 2: Core Features of Prisma Cloud
11. Cloud Security Basics: Understanding CSPM, CIEM, and CWPP
12. Prisma Cloud for Kubernetes: Security for Containerized Applications
13. Managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Prisma Cloud
14. Using Prisma Cloud to Monitor Cloud Resources and Environments
15. Automating Security Policies in Prisma Cloud
16. How Prisma Cloud Detects Misconfigurations and Vulnerabilities
17. Securing Cloud-Native Applications with Prisma Cloud
18. Setting Up Automated Cloud Security Audits with Prisma Cloud
19. Using Prisma Cloud for Continuous Monitoring in DevOps Pipelines
20. Prisma Cloud Dashboard: Interpreting Security Insights
¶ Part 3: Prisma Cloud for Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
21. CSPM Overview: What It Is and Why It’s Critical for DevOps
22. Identifying and Mitigating Cloud Misconfigurations
23. Automating Cloud Security Posture Management with Prisma Cloud
24. Configuring and Managing Security Policies in Prisma Cloud
25. Continuous Assessment of Cloud Environments Using Prisma Cloud
26. Using Prisma Cloud for Compliance Monitoring (SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR)
27. Detecting Cloud Misconfigurations and Security Risks
28. How Prisma Cloud Helps with Security Audits and Reporting
29. Integrating Prisma Cloud with Other Security Tools for CSPM
30. Best Practices for Securing Cloud Infrastructure with Prisma Cloud
¶ Part 4: Prisma Cloud for Container Security
31. Container Security Fundamentals in DevOps
32. Securing Docker Containers with Prisma Cloud
33. Managing Vulnerabilities in Containerized Applications
34. Prisma Cloud’s Role in Kubernetes Security
35. Defending Microservices in Kubernetes with Prisma Cloud
36. Best Practices for Container Security with Prisma Cloud
37. Securing CI/CD Pipelines for Containers Using Prisma Cloud
38. Monitoring and Securing Serverless Functions with Prisma Cloud
39. Detecting Vulnerabilities in Containers and Images
40. Prisma Cloud Integration with Kubernetes Admission Controllers
¶ Part 5: Prisma Cloud for Cloud Workload Protection (CWPP)
41. What is Cloud Workload Protection and Why It Matters
42. Prisma Cloud CWPP Overview: Key Capabilities
43. Securing Virtual Machines and Instances in the Cloud
44. Defending Against Cloud-based Threats in Real-Time
45. Using Prisma Cloud to Monitor Cloud Workload Configurations
46. Automating Workload Protection with Prisma Cloud
47. Behavioral Analysis for Cloud Workload Security
48. Securing Serverless Environments with Prisma Cloud
49. Integrating Prisma Cloud Workload Protection with CI/CD Pipelines
50. Responding to Cloud Threats Using Prisma Cloud Alerts
¶ Part 6: Prisma Cloud for Compliance and Governance
51. Automating Compliance in the Cloud with Prisma Cloud
52. How Prisma Cloud Helps Meet Regulatory Requirements
53. Prisma Cloud Compliance Frameworks: SOC 2, PCI DSS, and More
54. Managing Compliance Across Multi-Cloud Environments
55. Setting Up Compliance Policies in Prisma Cloud
56. Continuous Compliance Auditing with Prisma Cloud
57. Leveraging Prisma Cloud for Cloud Governance
58. Creating Custom Compliance Rules in Prisma Cloud
59. Ensuring Data Privacy with Prisma Cloud
60. Creating and Managing Custom Governance Policies in Prisma Cloud
¶ Part 7: Prisma Cloud for DevOps Automation
61. Integrating Prisma Cloud into CI/CD Pipelines
62. Automating Security with Prisma Cloud in DevOps Workflows
63. Using Prisma Cloud for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Scanning
64. Securing Terraform Code and Cloud Infrastructure with Prisma Cloud
65. Automating Cloud Security at Scale with Prisma Cloud
66. Configuring Prisma Cloud for Automated Risk Detection
67. Securing Cloud-Native Development Environments with Prisma Cloud
68. Automating Cloud Threat Detection and Remediation with Prisma Cloud
69. Using Prisma Cloud for Continuous Cloud Security Monitoring
70. Integrating Prisma Cloud with Jenkins and GitLab CI
¶ Part 8: Prisma Cloud for Cloud Network Security
71. Cloud Network Security in DevOps
72. Securing Cloud Networks with Prisma Cloud
73. Using Prisma Cloud to Monitor Cloud Traffic and Network Access
74. Defending Against Network Threats in Multi-Cloud Environments
75. Network Segmentation and Zero-Trust Architectures in Prisma Cloud
76. Using Prisma Cloud for Intrusion Detection in Cloud Networks
77. Configuring Firewall Policies with Prisma Cloud
78. Managing Secure Access in Cloud Network with Prisma Cloud
79. Monitoring Cloud Network Traffic in Real-Time Using Prisma Cloud
80. Automating Cloud Network Security with Prisma Cloud
¶ Part 9: Advanced Prisma Cloud Features
81. Advanced Threat Detection and Anomaly Detection with Prisma Cloud
82. Using Prisma Cloud for Cloud Identity and Access Management (IAM) Security
83. Securing Cloud APIs with Prisma Cloud
84. Integrating Prisma Cloud with Threat Intelligence Feeds
85. Behavioral Analytics in Prisma Cloud for Proactive Threat Detection
86. Securing Multi-Cloud Environments with Prisma Cloud
87. Leveraging Prisma Cloud for Advanced Cloud Intrusion Detection
88. Prisma Cloud for Risk and Vulnerability Management
89. Building Custom Security Policies with Prisma Cloud
90. Prisma Cloud for Securing Hybrid Cloud Environments
¶ Part 10: Prisma Cloud Best Practices and Future Trends
91. Prisma Cloud Best Practices for Cloud Security
92. Securing Cloud-Native Development with Prisma Cloud
93. How to Scale Prisma Cloud Security Across Large Cloud Environments
94. Optimizing Performance and Security in Prisma Cloud
95. The Future of Cloud Security: Trends and Emerging Threats
96. Prisma Cloud in the Age of DevSecOps
97. Building a Comprehensive Cloud Security Strategy with Prisma Cloud
98. Integrating Prisma Cloud with Existing Security Tools
99. Case Studies: Successful Implementations of Prisma Cloud in DevOps
100. The Evolution of Cloud Security: Prisma Cloud’s Role in the Future