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AWS IAM: The Cloud Engineer's Security Handbook

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AWS IAM: The Cloud Engineer's Security Handbook

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

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4 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
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Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Create and manage AWS IAM users, groups, and roles to control access to AWS resources

  • Develop and customize IAM policies to meet specific use case requirements

  • Apply best practices to maintain and evaluate the security of your AWS environment

  • Implement and enforce access management policies to regulate permissions within AWS environments

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October 2024

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There are 5 modules in this course

In this module, we will provide an overview of AWS IAM and the critical role it plays in securing cloud environments. You’ll also get a glimpse of what to expect throughout the course, setting the stage for your learning journey.

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6 videos1 reading

In this module, we will walk you through the initial steps required to set up and access AWS IAM. You’ll learn how to log in as the root user and prepare your AWS account for managing identities and permissions.

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3 videos

In this module, we will delve into the various identities within AWS IAM, including users, groups, and roles. You’ll gain hands-on experience in provisioning and managing these identities to secure your AWS environment.

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7 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on managing access to AWS resources through IAM. You’ll learn how to create and apply policies, configure CLI access, and ensure your IAM keys are securely managed.

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8 videos

In this module, we will cover advanced strategies for securing AWS resources using IAM. You’ll implement MFA, set up strong password policies, and learn best practices to ensure your AWS environment remains secure.

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8 videos2 assignments

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