Overview

This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this comprehensive course, you'll gain expertise in securing cloud environments with AWS security services. As you explore the diverse landscape of AWS, you'll understand the essential tools and services that form the backbone of cloud security, including encryption, access management, and threat detection. This course not only highlights the importance of security but also provides in-depth knowledge of how to implement AWS's multi-layered protection architecture across various cloud services. As you progress, you'll dive into real-world applications and scenarios that teach you how to secure resources effectively, including the setup and management of multi-account AWS environments. You will also explore the power of automation and incident response tools like AWS Systems Manager and IAM Identity Center, ensuring your cloud environment remains secure and compliant. By walking you through practical exercises such as using AWS Certificate Manager, AWS KMS, and AWS WAF, you will develop the skills to protect, detect, and respond to security incidents with confidence. It is ideal for cloud security professionals, IT administrators, and developers working with AWS. The course is designed for those who already have basic cloud computing knowledge and want to level up their skills in AWS security services. By the end of the course, you will be able to configure multi-layered security solutions in AWS, detect potential threats, automate security tasks, respond to incidents, and recover efficiently, ensuring a secure and resilient cloud infrastructure.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this module, we will introduce you to the course and the key objectives of mastering AWS security services. You will learn why these services are crucial for modern cloud environments and gain an understanding of how they support cloud security best practices.

AWS Security Services Landscape

In this module, we will explore the landscape of AWS security services, beginning with the potential costs of data breaches. You will also dive into AWS’s layered security architecture and foundational services designed to protect your resources in the cloud.

Identify Resources to Secure

In this module, we will focus on how to identify and secure resources in AWS. You will learn about AWS’s multi-account strategy, how AWS Organizations manage accounts securely, and how to use tools like SCP, Control Tower, and Landing Zones for a secure setup.

Protect Your Resources

In this module, we will examine the methods to protect your AWS resources, focusing on encryption, access control, and threat mitigation strategies. You will learn how to apply AWS services like IAM, AWS WAF, and Shield to ensure robust security.

Detect Security Threats

In this module, we will focus on how to detect security threats in AWS. You will explore the services available for detecting vulnerabilities, using advanced tools like GuardDuty, Inspector, and Amazon Macie to monitor and respond to potential threats.

Respond to Security Events

In this module, we will guide you through incident response processes using AWS. You will discover how to automate incident handling with AWS Systems Manager and manage critical events using services like Amazon Detective and Route 53 Health Checks.

Recover

In this module, we will cover recovery strategies, focusing on automation and tools that improve business continuity in AWS environments. You will explore the role of AWS OpsWorks and other AWS-native services in ensuring a reliable recovery plan.

AWS IAM

In this module, we will delve into AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), exploring its core components such as users, roles, and policies. You’ll learn how to manage access securely within AWS through IAM and integrate external identity providers.

Other Security Services

In this module, we will introduce you to additional AWS security services such as the Well-Architected Tool, AWS Config, and AWS Network Firewall. You will learn how to enhance your security and compliance efforts using these tools for better resource management.

Additional Learning Resources

In this module, we will provide additional resources to continue your AWS security learning. You will gain access to further materials that can help you expand your knowledge and apply what you've learned to enhance your cloud security expertise.