AWS Security Governance at Scale Course Overview

To ensure that participants are well-prepared for the AWS Security Governance at Scale course, the following minimum prerequisites are recommended:

• Basic understanding of AWS core services such as EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, and AWS Management Console.
• Familiarity with AWS security services and features, including AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), AWS Key Management Service (KMS), and AWS CloudTrail.
• Knowledge of cloud computing concepts and the AWS Well-Architected Framework.
• Experience with IT security practices including governance, risk management, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to read and understand AWS CloudFormation templates.
• Some prior exposure to automation and scripting (e.g., using AWS CLI, SDKs, or the AWS Cloud Development Kit).
• Understanding of multi-account AWS environments and the benefits of account strategies for operational efficiency.

Please note that while these prerequisites are aimed at providing a solid foundation for the course, motivated learners with a keen interest in AWS security and governance are encouraged to participate, as the course is designed to build upon these foundational skills.

Target Audience for AWS Security Governance at Scale

The AWS Security Governance at Scale course is designed to equip IT professionals with the skills to implement robust governance in cloud environments.

• Cloud Security Architects
• IT Security Managers
• Cloud Infrastructure Engineers
• AWS Cloud Administrators
• Compliance Officers
• Risk Management Professionals
• IT Governance Experts
• DevOps Engineers
• Systems Integrators
• Technical Auditors
• Cloud Solutions Architects
• Enterprise Architects
• IT Operations Managers
• Security Consultants
• ITSM/ITIL Professionals with a focus on cloud services

Learning Objectives - What you will Learn in this AWS Security Governance at Scale?

1. Introduction: The AWS Security Governance at Scale course aims to equip learners with skills to implement robust governance mechanisms, automate security controls, and manage AWS environments efficiently.

2. Learning Objectives and Outcomes:

• Understand the focal points of governance at scale and the associated business and technical challenges.
• Learn about multi-account strategies, guidance, and best practices for constructing a scalable AWS architecture.
• Explore how to enable agility while maintaining governance at scale using AWS Control Tower and other AWS services.
• Gain insights into the use of AWS Service Catalog for managing enterprise environments and facilitating resource creation.
• Develop workflows for provisioning AWS accounts and implementing preventive controls for cost and security governance.
• Integrate self-service capabilities with existing IT service management (ITSM) tools.
• Master the deployment of resources through hands-on experience with AWS Service Catalog.
• Acquire knowledge on operational aspects of governance at scale, including resource monitoring and configuration rules for auditing.
• Learn to automate compliance and security with AWS Config and take corrective actions using AWS Systems Manager.
• Discover additional resources and tools available for enhancing security governance at scale within AWS environments.