AWS Security and Compliance Fundamentals for Cloud Practitioners

Securing data and managing access is the most critical part of working in the cloud today. As organizations migrate to the cloud, understanding how to configure security and compliance tools is an essential skill for any cloud professional. This text-only course guides you through the fundamental principles of AWS security, helping you move from basic concepts to practical configurations. You will learn how to protect sensitive data, manage identities, and monitor your cloud environment for potential threats. What you'll learn: Learn the core principles of the AWS Shared Responsibility Model and Zero Trust architecture; Configure user access and permissions using IAM and IAM Identity Center best practices; Protect sensitive data at rest and in transit using KMS encryption keys and Secrets Manager; Track and audit API activity across your cloud infrastructure with CloudTrail; Implement security compliance checks and monitor resource configurations using AWS Config; Understand how to detect threats and manage vulnerabilities with GuardDuty and Security Hub. You will start with foundational cloud security definitions before exploring identity management, data protection, and continuous compliance monitoring through step-by-step written explanations and practical scenarios. This course is designed for beginners, aspiring cloud practitioners, and IT professionals looking to build a solid foundation in cloud security. No prior AWS security experience is required. Start reading today to build secure and compliant cloud environments.