AWS Credential Management and Access Control for Developers

Modern cloud applications require robust security, yet hardcoded API keys and exposed passwords remain a leading cause of data breaches. To build secure applications on AWS, developers must know how to manage sensitive data dynamically and enforce strict access controls. This text-based course guides you through the foundational security principles needed to protect your cloud infrastructure and application secrets. You will start with core cryptographic concepts and identity management before moving into practical configuration. What you will learn: Understand the fundamentals of AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) and the principle of least privilege; Configure AWS KMS keys to encrypt and decrypt sensitive application data; Store and retrieve configuration parameters securely using Systems Manager Parameter Store; Implement AWS Secrets Manager to store, rotate, and manage database credentials automatically; Secure serverless workflows by integrating credential management with AWS Lambda; Apply modern security auditing techniques to detect and remediate exposed credentials. You will progress from basic security definitions to reading and writing secure access policies and credential rotation scripts. This course is designed for beginner developers, cloud enthusiasts, and system administrators who want to build a solid foundation in cloud security without needing prior security experience. Take the first step toward securing your cloud deployments today.