Includes index.

Why perform security testing? -- Network design -- Physical and virtual machines -- Operating systems -- Remote access -- Networking -- Cloud computing and private clouds -- Amazon Web Services -- Microsoft Azure -- Google Cloud Engine -- Automation.

This hands-on guide shows clearly how to administer an effective cybersecurity testing lab using affordable technologies and cloud resources. "Build your own cybersecurity testing lab: low-cost solutions for testing in Virtual and Cloud-based environments" fully explains multiple techniques for developing lab systems, including the use of infrastructure-as-Code, meaning you can write programs to create your labs quickly, without manual steps that could lead to costly and frustrating mistakes. Written by a seasoned IT security professional and academic, this book offers complete coverage of cloud and virtual environments as well as physical networks and automation. Included with the book is access to videos that demystify difficult concepts.-- Source other than the Library of Congress.