AWS Security Essentials
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Did you know that 45% of data breaches are cloud-based, with misconfigured security settings being a leading cause? As cloud adoption continues to grow, understanding AWS security is more critical than ever to protect sensitive data and maintain compliance.
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$695.00
Dec 04 - Dec 04, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Eastern- VILT
AWS Security Essentials provides a foundational understanding of cloud security concepts within AWS. Gain the skills and confidence needed to secure your cloud infrastructure effectively. Whether you're an IT professional, security analyst, or business leader, this course will equip you with the essential knowledge to protect your AWS environment.
By the end of AWS Security Essentials, participants will have a solid understanding of cloud security responsibilities and best practices within AWS. They will learn how to manage access control using AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), implement encryption methods to protect data in transit and at rest, and apply network security strategies to safeguard AWS resources. Participants will also explore AWS security services designed for monitoring, compliance, and incident response, helping organizations detect and mitigate security risks. Through hands-on labs and real-world scenarios, learners will gain practical experience in securing cloud infrastructure, ensuring they can confidently apply security measures to protect AWS environments.Who should attend AWS Security Essentials Course
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This course is designed for security and IT business-level professionals interested in cloud security practices, particularly those with minimal to no prior working knowledge of AWS.
Participants should have a working knowledge of IT security practices and infrastructure concepts, along with familiarity with general cloud computing concepts.
The course covers the AWS Shared Responsibility Model, identity and access management, data protection, infrastructure security, monitoring and detective controls, DDoS mitigation, and incident response, all reinforced through hands-on labs.
Yes, the course includes three hands-on labs covering security policies, securing VPC resources with Security Groups, and remediating issues using AWS Config Conformance Packs.
Participants will be able to manage AWS access controls, implement encryption for data protection, apply network security strategies, and use AWS tools for monitoring, compliance, and incident response to secure cloud environments.