Zero Trust Cybersecurity Associate (ZTCA) Certification Training
Learn Zero Trust fundamentals, network security best practices, and IAM strategies in this practical associate‑level course for aspiring cybersecurity professio...
Learn Zero Trust fundamentals, network security best practices, and IAM strategies in this practical associate‑level course for aspiring cybersecurity professio...
This Zero Trust Cybersecurity Associate (ZTCA) Certification Training course equips learners with essential cybersecurity skills focused on Zero Trust Architecture, Identity & Access Management (IAM), least‑privilege principles, continuous authentication, and network segmentation. Perfect for cybersecurity beginners and IT professionals, this course provides a foundational understanding of how Zero Trust principles protect modern networks, cloud environments, and enterprise data.
- Introduction
- Learning Objectives
- From Legacy Network & Security To Zero Trust Architecture
- Zero Trust Architecture Introduction
- Establishing Zero Trust Connections
- Section 1: Verify Identity & Context
- ZTA Section 1 Verify Identity & Context
- Section 2: Control Content and Access
- ZTA Section 2: Control Content and Access
- Section 3: Enforce Policy
- ZTA Section 3: Enforce Policy
- Initiating Connections to Apps
- ZTA Connect
- Recap
- Element 4: Assess Risk (adaptive control) Importance
- What Zscaler Does Element 5: Prevent Compromise
- Introduction
- Learning Objectives
- Section 1: Verify Identity & Context
- Connecting to Legacy Network & Security Architecture
- Zero Trust Architecture (Connecting to the ZTE)
- Connecting to a True Zero Trust Ecosystem
- What Zscaler Does Connecting to the ZTE
- Element 1: Who is Connecting? (Background)
- Element 1: Who is Connecting? (Importance)
- Element 1: Who is Connecting? (Technology & Architecture)
- Element 1: Zero Trust Architecture - Who is Connecting?
- Element 1: Who is Connecting? (How Zscaler Accomplishes)
- Element 1: What Zscaler Does
- Element 2: What is the Access Context? (Background)
- Element 2: What is the Access Context? (Importance)
- Element 2: What is the Access Context? (Technology & Architecture)
- Element 2: Zero Trust Architecture - What is the Access Context
- Element 2: What is the Access Context? (How Zscaler Accomplishes)
- Element 2: What Zscaler Does
- Element 3: Where is the Connection Going? (Background)
- Element 3: Where is the Connection Going? (Importance)
- Element 3: Where is the Connection Going? (Technology & Architecture)
- Element 3: Zero Trust Architecture - Where is the Connection GoingZero Trust Architecture- Where is the Connection Going
- Element 3: Where is the Connection Going? (How Zscaler Accomplishes)
- Element 3: What Zscaler Does
- Recap
- Mini-Project: The "Bouncer" – Designing Policy for the Zero Trust Exchange
- ZTCA Quiz 1
0:20:0- Introduction
- Learning Objectives
- Section 2: Control Content and Access
- Element 4: Assess Risk (adaptive control) Background
- Element 4: Assess Risk (adaptive control) Technology & Architecture
- Element 4: Zero Trust Architecture- Assess Risk (Adaptive Control)
- Element 4: Assess Risk (adaptive control) How Zscaler Accomplishes
- Element 4: What Zscaler Does - Assess Risk (Adaptive Control)
- Element 5: Prevent Compromise Background
- Element 5: Prevent Compromise Importance
- Element 5: Prevent Compromise Technology & Architecture
- Zero Trust Architecture Element 5: Prevent Compromise
- Element 5: Prevent Compromise How Zscaler Accomplishes
- Element 6: Prevent Data Loss Background
- Element 6: Prevent Data Loss Importance
- Element 6: Prevent Data Loss Technology & Architecture
- Zero Trust Architecture Element 6 Prevent Data Loss
- Element 6: Prevent Data Loss How Zscaler Accomplishes
- What Zscaler Does Element 6 Prevent Data Loss
- Recap
- Mini-Project: The "Inspector" – Designing Content Controls
- ZTCA Quiz 2
0:20:0- Introduction
- Learning Objectives
- Section 3: Enforce Policy
- Element 7: Enforce Policy Background
- Element 7: Enforce Policy Importance
- Element 7: Enforce Policy Technology & Architecture
- Zero Trust Architecture Element 7- Enforce Policy
- Element 7: Enforce Policy How Zscaler Accomplishes
- What Zscaler Does Element 7: Enforce Policy
- Connecting to Applications Importance
- Connecting to Applications How Zscaler Accomplishes
- What Zscaler Does Connecting to Applications
- Recap
- Mini-Project: The "Judge" – Building the Policy Engine
- ZTCA Quiz 3
0:20:0Basic familiarity with computer networks and cybersecurity terms
Understanding of authentication and access control concepts (helpful but not required)
Willingness to learn fundamental Zero Trust Architecture principles
Access to a computer with internet for online modules
Explain Zero Trust concepts and frameworks — understand “never trust, always verify” principles foundational to modern cybersecurity.
Apply identity & access management strategies — implement IAM and least‑privilege access controls to secure users and devices.
Identify Zero Trust Architecture components — recognize how Zero Trust shifts security from perimeter‑focused models to continuous verification.
Understand network segmentation and microsegmentation — learn how segmentation reduces attack surfaces and limits unauthorized access.
Prepare for ZTCA certification — build confidence and knowledge to pursue the Zero Trust Cyber Associate credential and related career opportunities.
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Last Updated
Jan 07, 2026
Students
99+
language
English
Duration
10h++Level
beginner
Expiry period
Lifetime
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