Master the art of securing AWS infrastructure with this comprehensive course. You’ll learn to build and deploy robust security solutions, including specialized data protection mechanisms, encryption techniques, and secure internet protocols tailored to AWS environments. By the end, you’ll be equipped to safeguard hosts, networks, and edge resources.
Securing Hosts, Network, and Edge in AWS
Securing Hosts, Network, and Edge in AWS
This course is part of SCS-C02: AWS Certified Security - Specialty Specialization
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7 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Harden EC2 instances, containers, and databases using AWS security best practices.
Secure and monitor network segments with VPC, traffic mirroring, and Shield Advanced.
Mitigate DDoS attacks and secure edge applications using AWS WAF and CloudFront.
Troubleshoot AWS security issues using tools like Reachability and Network Access Analyzers.
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This course is part of the SCS-C02: AWS Certified Security - Specialty Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course
In this module, we will introduce the AWS Certified Security – Specialty certification, its objectives, and its significance. You’ll gain a clear understanding of the specialized areas of AWS security covered in the course, including data encryption, secure protocols, and best practices for protecting cloud resources.
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1 video2 readings
In this module, we will dive deep into securing AWS environments at the host, network, and edge levels. From configuring secure EC2 instances and using IAM roles effectively to monitoring traffic and mitigating DDoS attacks, this section equips you with the knowledge and skills to protect resources comprehensively across AWS infrastructure.
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Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.
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