AWS Role - Based

AWS-COA : Cloud Operations on AWS

Course Duration

3 Days

Delivery

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Overview

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This course teaches systems operators, and anyone performing cloud operations functions how to manage and operate automatable and repeatable deployments of networks and systems on AWS. You will learn about cloud operations functions, such as installing, configuring, automating, monitoring, securing, maintaining, and troubleshooting these services, networks, and systems. The course also covers specific AWS features, tools, and best practices related to these functions.

What You'll Learn

Identify the AWS services that support the different phases of Operational Excellence, an AWS Well-Architected Framework pillar
Manage access to AWS resources using AWS accounts and organizations and AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Maintain an inventory of in-use AWS resources by using AWS services, such as AWS Systems Manager, AWS Cloud Trail, and AWS Config
Develop a resource deployment strategy using metadata tags, Amazon Machine Images (AMIs), and AWS Control Tower to deploy and maintain an AWS cloud environment
Automate resource deployment by using AWS services, such as AWS Cloud Formation and AWS Service Catalog
Use AWS services to manage AWS resources through Cloud Ops lifecycle processes, such as deployments and patches
Configure a highly available cloud environment that uses AWS services, such as Amazon Route 53 and Elastic Load Balancing, to route traffic for optimal latency and performance
Configure AWS Auto Scaling and Amazon EC2 Auto Scaling to scale out your cloud environment based on demand
Use Amazon Cloud Watch and associated features, such as alarms, dashboards, and widgets, to monitor your cloud environment.
Manage permissions and track activity in your cloud environment by using AWS services, such as AWS Cloud Trail and AWS Config
Deploy your resources to an Amazon Virtual Private and Cloud (Amazon VPC), establish necessary connectivity to your Amazon VPC and protect your resources from disruptions of service
State the purpose, benefits, and appropriate use cases for mountable storage in your AWS Cloud Environment
Explain the operational characteristics of object storage in the AWS Cloud, including Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3) and Amazon S3 Glacier
Build a comprehensive cost model to help gather, optimize, and predict your cloud costs by using services such as AWS Cost Explorer and the AWS Cost & Usage Report

Who Should Attend

This course is intended for:

System administrators and operators who are operating in the AWS Cloud
Informational technology workers who want to increase their cloud operations knowledge

Prerequisites

We recommend that attendees of this course have:

Successfully completed the AWS Technical Essentials course
A background in software development or systems administration
Proficiency in maintaining operating systems at the command line, such as shell scripting in Linux environments or cmd/PowerShell in Windows
Basic knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP)

Learning Journey

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Day 1

Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Operations on AWS

What are Cloud Operations
AWS Well-Architected Framework
AWS Well-Architected Tool

Module 2: Access Management

AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Resources, accounts, and AWS Organizations

Module 3: System Discovery

Methods to interact with AWS services
Tools for automating resource discovery
Inventory with AWS Systems Manager and AWS Config
Hands-On Lab: Auditing AWS Resources with AWS Systems Manager and AWS Config

Module 4: Deploy and Update Resources

Cloud Operations in deployments
Tagging strategies
Deployment using Amazon Machine Images (AMIs)
Deployment using AWS Control Tower

Module 5: Automate Resource Deployment

Deployment using AWS CloudFormation
Deployment using AWS Service Catalog
Hands-On Lab: Infrastructure as Code

Day 2

Module 6: Manage Resources

AWS Systems Manager
Hands-On Lab: Operations as Code

Module 7: Configure Highly Available Systems

Distributing traffic with Elastic Load Balancing
Amazon Route 53

Module 8: Automate Scaling

Scaling with AWS Auto Scaling
Scaling with Spot Instances
Managing licenses with AWS License Manager

Module 9: Monitor and Maintain System Health

Monitoring and maintaining healthy workloads
Monitoring AWS infrastructure
Monitoring applications
Hands-On Lab: Monitor Applications and Infrastructure

Module 10: Data Security and System Auditing

Maintaining a strong identity and access foundation
Implementing detection mechanisms
Automating incident remediation

Day 3

Module 11: Operate Secure and Resilient Networks

Building a secure Amazon Virtual Private Cloud (Amazon VPC)
Networking beyond the VPC

Module 12: Mountable Storage

Configuring Amazon Elastic Block Store (Amazon EBS)
Sizing Amazon EBS volumes for performance
Using Amazon EBS snapshots
Using Amazon Data Lifecycle Manager to manage your AWS resources
Creating backup and data recovery plans
Configuring shared file system storage
Hands-On Lab: Automating with AWS Backup for Archiving and Recovery

Module 13: Object Storage

Deploying Amazon Simple Storage Service (Amazon S3)
Managing storage lifecycles on Amazon S3

Module 14: Cost Reporting, Alerts, and Optimization

Gaining AWS cost awareness
Using control mechanisms for cost management
Optimizing your AWS spend and usage
Hands-On Lab: Capstone lab for Cloud Ops

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why get AWS certified?

AWS certifications validate your expertise in cloud computing and your proficiency in using AWS services.
These certifications are globally recognized and highly sought after by employers, as they demonstrate your ability to design, deploy, and manage scalable and secure cloud solutions on the AWS platform.
AWS-certified professionals are in high demand, opening doors to new career opportunities and higher earning potential.
What to expect for the examination?

AWS offers a variety of certification exams at different levels (Foundational, Associate, Professional, and Specialty) covering various domains and services.
The exams typically consist of multiple-choice and multiple-response questions, and some may include scenario-based questions that assess your ability to apply your knowledge in real-world situations.
Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by AWS from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.
How long is AWS certification valid for?

AWS certifications are valid for three years from the date of passing the exam.
To maintain your certification, you will need to recertify by passing the latest version of the exam or completing the AWS Cloud Quest game-based training (if option is applicable).
Note: Certification requirements and policies may be updated by AWS from time to time. We apologize for any discrepancies; do get in touch with us if you have any questions.
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