Security Architecture and Design Principles (IMCS-034) Training Course

Security Architecture and Design Principles

Security architecture ensures that security is built into systems and infrastructure from the start rather than added later. Good architecture reduces risk and simplifies…

5 daysClassroom or online

13Upcoming dates

6Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Security architecture ensures that security is built into systems and infrastructure from the start rather than added later. Good architecture reduces risk and simplifies operations.

This LLMI course covers security architecture frameworks, design principles such as defence in depth and least privilege, reference architectures, identity, network, data and cloud security architecture, architecture reviews and documentation. Participants review and improve a case architecture.

The course suits architects and senior security professionals.

Course Objectives

Explain security architecture frameworks and principles

Apply defence in depth and least privilege

Design identity, network and data security architectures

Design secure cloud architectures

Conduct security architecture reviews

Document architecture decisions

Target Audience

Security architects

Solution and enterprise architects

Senior security engineers

IT managers

Cloud architects

Consultants

Course Methodology

Framework presentations

Architecture review workshops

Case studies

Design exercises

Group discussions

Course outline

1Day 1: Security Architecture Foundations

Role of security architecture
Frameworks
Principles
Risk-driven design
Stakeholders
Exercise: Architecture principles

2Day 2: Identity and Access Architecture

Identity architecture
Federation
Privileged access
Zero trust concepts
Exercise: Identity design

3Day 3: Network and Data Architecture

Segmentation
Secure connectivity
Data classification
Encryption and keys
Data loss prevention
Workshop: Data protection design

4Day 4: Cloud and Application Architecture

Cloud security patterns
Shared responsibility
Application architecture
APIs
Case study: Cloud architecture review
Exercise: Cloud design

5Day 5: Architecture Governance

Architecture reviews
Decision records
Standards
Roadmaps
Measuring effectiveness
Capstone: Architecture review report

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Security Architecture and Design Principles course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Security Architecture and Design Principles course?

The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in Kuala Lumpur. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Istanbul, Rome, Vienna, Barcelona.

Can I take Security Architecture and Design Principles online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Security Architecture and Design Principles

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