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AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide
AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide

AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide: Get all the guidance you need to pass the AWS (SCS-C02) exam on your first attempt , Second Edition

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AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide

Section 1:AWS Security Fundamentals

Before you start your journey into security with AWS, you first need to grasp a few fundamental concepts. This book begins with the AWS shared responsibility model, explaining the differences between security “in” the cloud and security “of” the cloud. The book also breaks down the responsibilities that you, the customer, hold regarding security compared with those AWS has as the cloud provider.

Next, the book dives into a quick review of AWS’s essential services and discusses how they relate to security. The exam asks questions on many of these services. Having an understanding of the purpose and abilities of these is vital for your successful dissection of the question and the basis of its query.

This should be combined with a consideration of some of the pertinent reasons as to why security should be at the forefront when building your AWS environments. Finally, as we wrap up the section, we look at some of the top attacks our cloud environments can fall vulnerable to, and some ways to mitigate those risks.

This section comprises the following chapters:

  • Chapter 1, AWS Shared Responsibility Model
  • Chapter 2, Fundamental AWS Services
  • Chapter 3, Understanding Attacks on Cloud Environments
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  • Stay updated with the most current SCS-C02 exam syllabus
  • Gain modern cloud security skills to build robust security solutions
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The AWS Certified Security – Specialty exam validates your expertise in advanced cloud security, a crucial skill set in today's cloud market. With the latest updates and revised study material, this second edition provides an excellent starting point for your exam preparation. You’ll learn the fundamentals of core services, which are essential prerequisites before delving into the six domains covered in the exam. The book addresses various security threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks, such as DDoS attacks, offering insights into effective mitigation strategies at different layers. You’ll learn different tools available in Amazon Web Services (AWS) to secure your Virtual Private Cloud and allow the correct traffic to travel securely to your workloads. As you progress, you’ll explore the intricacies of AWS EventBridge and IAM services. Additionally, you’ll get lifetime access to supplementary online resources, including mock exams with exam-like timers, detailed solutions, interactive flashcards, and invaluable exam tips, all accessible across various devices such as PCs, tablets, and smartphones. Ultimately, armed with the knowledge and skills acquired from this AWS security guide, you'll be well-prepared to pass the exam and design secure AWS solutions with confidence.

Who is this book for?

This book is for system administrators or security professionals looking to gain AWS security certification. Prior experience in securing cloud environments is necessary to get the most out of this book.

What you will learn

  • Apply cutting-edge AWS security techniques for robust cloud defenses
  • Implement the AWS shared responsibility model effectively
  • Configure AWS resources to meet specific security requirements
  • Configure and manage access controls and policies in AWS
  • Manage environments with AWS Security Hub and GuardDuty
  • Monitor and log tasks efficiently using AWS logging and monitoring services
  • Create bucket policies for users with predefined permissions to access
  • Create and manage private certificate authorities in AWS ACM

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Table of Contents

28 Chapters
Section 1:AWS Security Fundamentals Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 1: AWS Shared Responsibility Model Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 2: Fundamental AWS Services Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 3: Understanding Attacks on Cloud Environments Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 2:Incident Response Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 4: Incident Response Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 5: Managing Your Environment with AWS Config Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 6: Event Management with Security Hub and GuardDuty Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 3:Logging and Monitoring Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 7: Logs Generated by AWS Services Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 8: CloudWatch and CloudWatch Metrics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 9: Parsing Logs and Events with AWS Native Tools Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 4:Infrastructure Security Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 10: Configuring Infrastructure Security Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 11: Securing EC2 Instances Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 12: Managing Key Infrastructure Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 13: Access Management Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 5:Identity and Access Management Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 14: Working with Access Policies Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 15: Federated and Mobile Access Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 16: Using Active Directory Services to Manage Access Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 6:Data Protection Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 17: Protecting Data in Flight and at Rest Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 18: Securely Connecting to Your AWS Environment Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 19: Using Certificates and Certificate Services in AWS Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 20: Managing Secrets Securely in AWS Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Chapter 21: Accessing the Online Practice Resources Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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Good overview for the content required for the AWS security certification but expect to do more work before taking the exam depending on your level of experience.
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I am so happy that I came across this book before I needed to take my security exam. I was able to pass and it was definitely the most challenging exam yet from the ones I have taken with AWS. The online resources that the book provides were really helpful (you just scan a QR code in the book at each section to access them). The exam readiness drill at the end of each section was how each chapter is closed and you get to apply the concepts you just read.The diagrams were done extremely well and I specifically liked the organization of the book - it aligned with the exam rubric. If there is only one resource you use for your AWS Security Speciality exam - this book needs to be it.
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My weekend book review: AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide - Second Edition by Adam Book and Stuart Scott.Royluis Rodrigues mentioned this book to me. I need to renew my Security Specialty exam soon, so I ordered it on Amazon and read this exam guide last weekend. I enjoyed it. It covers all the exam topics thoroughly and includes a step-by-step guide on how to solve the business’s security challenges in each chapter.As a visual learner, I enjoy watching video training more than reading books. However, this book helps me quickly locate key security concepts and what are the proper resolution steps.By skimming the heading, bolded keywords, and diagrams, I can ensure I have correctly remembered the remediation steps to solve the related security issues.The book shows you how to do things and provides practice exercises at the end of each chapter using Exam Readiness Drills. After completing the drills, the reader will be confident in passing the exam and solving real-world problems as a Security Professional.Each chapter is designed to be easily digestible, taking 30 minutes or less to read for those with some AWS experience. To maximize the value of your certification journey, complete some hands-on labs and watch additional videos on YouTube.How do I use this book?* For people new to IT security, focus on understanding the concepts, with less focus on the how-to and step-by-step. Once you get the idea, doing the how-to is easy.* For those with some IT experience, concentrate on creating solutions and understanding the reasons behind choosing one security service over another—hint: AWS Services are tailored to address specific business challenges.* For experienced security professionals, this book is a great resource to review before taking or renewing your certification. Quickly skim the content and keywords, run a few exam drills, and you should be ready for the exam and your day-to-day challenges.* Skim other resources, use cases, and all the references mentioned in the book.* In general, it is not just about following the How-to but also about answering the question of what business value your solutions bring.I hope you will find this book helpful for your exam preparation.
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