AWS-SCS03.AE1
AWS Certified Security - Specialty
Master AWS security principles, services, and incident response to pass the SCS-C03 exam and secure your cloud infrastructure.
- Practice in 32 Hands-On Labs — nothing to install
- 12 Interactive Lessons and 117 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 302 Practice Test Questions and 2 Full Length Tests
Expert Self-paced · 1 year access
32 Hands-On LiveLabs
Practice real IT tasks in guided environments.
- Real environments
- Auto-graded
- No installation
12Interactive Lessons
117Topics
32LiveLab
302Practice Test Questions
8Videos
150Flashcards
40Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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This isn't just another AWS security course; it's a deep dive into the practical realities of securing cloud environments. We'll dissect the SCS-C03 exam objectives, moving beyond theory to hands-on application across 25 labs. You'll learn to implement robust identity management, configure network defenses, protect data at rest and in transit, and respond to real-world threats. Expect to confront the trade-offs between security posture and operational complexity. This course demands your commitment, but equips you with the expertise to build resilient, compliant AWS architectures, making you indispensable.
Implement robust Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies, understanding the nuances of federated identities and access control in complex multi-account AWS environments, including the critical limitations of overly permissive policies.
Design and deploy secure network architectures using Security Groups, NACLs, and VPC constructs, effectively segmenting resources while navigating the inherent trade-offs between strict isolation and application connectivity.
Master data protection strategies with AWS KMS and HSM, encrypting sensitive information and managing cryptographic keys, recognizing that key management complexity often scales with security requirements.
Develop and execute comprehensive threat detection and incident response plans, leveraging services like GuardDuty and Detective to identify anomalies and mitigate security breaches, understanding that perfect prevention is a myth.
Course Highlights
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12 Structured Lessons Comprehensive coverage of core course objectives
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32 Hands-On LiveLabs Interactive guided scenarios with instant evaluation
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302 Practice Questions Assessment tests with detailed answer rationales
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1 Year Full Access Self-paced learning accessible anytime on all devices
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
12 Interactive Lessons · 117 topics01 Introduction 3 topics +
- What Does This Course Cover?
- AWS Certified Security Study Guide—Specialty (SCS-C03) Exam Objectives
- Objective Map
02 Security Fundamentals 8 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Understanding Security
- Basic Security Concepts
- Foundational Networking Concepts
- Main Classes of Attacks
- Risk Management
- Well-Known Security Frameworks and Models
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
03 Cloud Security Principles and Frameworks 8 topics · 1 LiveLab +
- Introduction
- Cloud Security Principles Overview
- The Shared Responsibility Model
- AWS Compliance Programs
- AWS Well-Architected Framework
- The AWS Marketplace
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
1 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
04 Management and Security Governance 7 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Introduction
- Multi-Account Management Using AWS Organizations
- Secure and Consistent Infrastructure Deployment in AWS
- Evaluating Compliance
- Architecture Review and Cost Analysis
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
05 Identity and Access Management 10 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Introduction
- IAM Overview
- How AWS IAM Works
- Access Management in Amazon S3
- Identity Federation
- Protecting Credentials with AWS Secrets Manager
- IAM Security Best Practices
- Common Access Control Troubleshooting Scenarios
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 Security Logging and Monitoring 7 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Introduction
- Stage 1: Resources State
- Stage 2: Events Collection
- Stage 3: Events Analysis
- Stage 4: Action
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
07 Infrastructure Protection 18 topics · 8 LiveLab +
- Introduction
- AWS Networking Constructs
- Network Address Translation
- Security Groups
- Network Access Control Lists
- Amazon VPC Transit Gateways
- Elastic Load Balancing
- VPC Endpoints
- VPC Flow Logs
- AWS Web Application Firewall
- AWS Shield
- AWS Network Firewall
- Amazon Inspector
- AWS Systems Manager Patch Manager
- EC2 Image Builder
- Network and Connectivity Troubleshooting Scenarios
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
8 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
08 Data Protection 12 topics · 10 LiveLab +
- Introduction
- AWS Key Management Service
- Managing Keys in AWS KMS
- Understanding the Cloud Hardware Security Module
- AWS Certificate Manager
- AWS Secret Protection Mechanisms
- Protecting Your S3 Buckets
- Amazon Macie
- Protecting Data on the Move in AWS
- Data Protection Troubleshooting Scenarios
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
10 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
09 Threat Detection and Incident Response 9 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Introduction
- Threat Detection
- Threat Detection Services
- Incident Response
- Creating Your Incident Response Plan
- Reacting to Specific Security Incidents
- Automating Incident Response
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
10 Appendix A: Creating Your Security Journey in AWS 3 topics +
- How to Prioritize Your Security Initiatives
- It’s a Journey
- Security Maturity Model
11 Appendix B: AWS Security Services Portfolio 25 topics +
- Amazon Cognito
- Amazon Detective
- Amazon GuardDuty
- Amazon Inspector
- Amazon Macie
- Amazon Security Lake
- Amazon Verified Permissions
- AWS Artifact
- AWS Audit Manager
- AWS Certificate Manager
- AWS CloudHSM
- AWS Directory Service
- AWS Firewall Manager
- AWS Identity and Access Management
- AWS IAM Identity Center
- AWS Key Management Service
- AWS Network Firewall
- AWS Organizations
- AWS Payment Cryptography
- AWS Private Certificate Authority
- AWS Resource Access Manager
- AWS Secrets Manager
- AWS Security Hub
- AWS Shield
- AWS Web Application Firewall
12 Appendix C: DevSecOps in AWS 7 topics +
- Introduction
- Dev + Sec + Ops
- AWS Developer Tools
- Creating a CI/CD Using AWS Tools
- Evaluating Security in Agile Development
- Creating the Correct Guardrails Using SAST and DAST
- Security as Code: Creating Guardrails and Implementing Security by Design
Hands-On Labs Our edge
32 LiveLabs- Performing an MITM Attack
- Simulating a DoS Attack
- Implementing Intrusion Detection and Prevention
- Using the AWS Well-Architected Tool
- Enabling and Disabling GuardDuty
- Creating a CloudTrail
- Creating an AWS Config Rule
- Adding a User to a Group
- Creating a Policy to Restrict Access to Amazon S3 Operations
- Creating a Metric in the Amazon CloudWatch Dashboard
- Creating a Rule in Amazon EventBridge
- Integrating AWS CloudTrail with Amazon EventBridge
- Creating an Internet Gateway
- Creating a VPC and Subnets
- Creating a NAT Gateway
- Configuring a Security Group
- Creating an NACL
- Implementing the AWS Transit Gateway
- Creating a Network Firewall in AWS
- Using EC2 Image Builder
- Using a Hash Algorithm
- Performing Symmetric Encryption
- Configuring Access to AWS KMS Keys
- Protecting EBS with KMS
- Using a KMS Key to Protect an S3 Bucket
- Protecting RDS with KMS
- Creating an AWS CloudHSM Cluster
- Applying the Glacier Storage Class
- Replicating an S3 Object
- Enabling Amazon Macie
- Enabling Amazon Detective
- Creating and Testing Lambda Function
Labs run in your browser — nothing to install.
03 / FAQs
Questions before you start
Who should take the AWS Certified Security - Specialty course?+
This course is designed for experienced security professionals, architects, and developers who already possess a strong understanding of AWS and want to specialize in securing cloud environments. It's not for beginners; you need foundational AWS knowledge.
What are the prerequisites for this AWS Certified Security - Specialty certification?+
While AWS recommends two years of practical experience securing AWS workloads, the real prerequisite is a solid grasp of core AWS services and general security concepts. Don't come in expecting to learn basic EC2 or S3 here.
How does this course prepare me for the SCS-C02 exam?+
We cover every objective of the SCS-C03 exam, reinforced with 25 hands-on labs, 82 practice quizzes, and two full practice exams. The goal isn't just memorization; it's understanding the 'why' behind the 'what' so you can apply it under pressure.
Are there any hidden costs or limitations I should be aware of?+
Beyond the course fee, you'll need to budget for the official AWS exam fee. While our labs minimize costs, extensive experimentation in your own AWS account could incur charges. Also, remember that AWS services evolve constantly; continuous learning beyond this course is non-negotiable.
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Prepare for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C03 exam with hands-on labs, practice tests, and real-world AWS security training designed for cloud security professionals.
- 1 year of full access
- 32 LiveLab included
- Certificate of completion
No credit card required