Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) from Coursera

During this immersive journey, we'll navigate the intricate landscape of IAM, equipping you with the expertise to establish secure user access, manage permissions, and create roles for cross-account interactions. Next, we'll unveil how to craft tailored policies to govern resource access.

By the project's conclusion, you'll put on the hat of a member of the cloud security team at a financial institution that uses AWS services for various applications and needs to provide secure access to a third-party auditing firm to review their financial reports stored in another AWS account.

To be successful in this project, you should have a basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) services, including how to set up an AWS account.

Embrace this opportunity to master the art of IAM—a skill that's vital for anyone venturing into the dynamic realm of modern technology. Join us and embark on this transformative journey of securing the cloud with AWS IAM!

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Module 1

In the era of cloud computing, securing data and ensuring controlled access has become paramount. Just as data fuels modern businesses, IAM is the cornerstone of data protection in the cloud. In this 2-hour-long hands-on project-based course, you'll delve into the core principles of securing Amazon Web Services (AWS) resources through IAM. During this immersive journey, we'll navigate the intricate landscape of IAM, equipping you with the expertise to establish secure user access, manage permissions, and create roles for cross-account interactions. Next, we'll unveil how to craft tailored policies to govern resource access. By the project's conclusion, you'll put on the hat of a member of the cloud security team at a financial institution that uses AWS services for various applications and needs to provide secure access to a third-party auditing firm to review their financial reports stored in another AWS account. To be successful in this project, you should have a basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) services, including how to set up an AWS account. Embrace this opportunity to master the art of IAM—a skill that's not just vital for anyone venturing into the dynamic realm of modern technology. Join us and embark on this transformative journey of securing the cloud with AWS IAM!

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Helps learners build a strong foundation in best practices for managing AWS IAM, including developing policies and permissions for strong access controls

Hands-on, project-based learning environment in which learners apply their knowledge

Prepares learners, particularly cloud engineers, IT security professionals, and developers, for managing IAM in the cloud

Builds on learners' knowledge of cloud concepts and familiarity with AWS services for maximum benefit

Helps learners understand how to provide secure access to third-party auditors for AWS accounts

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) with these activities:

Review basic networking concepts

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Refresh your knowledge of basic networking concepts, such as IP addresses, subnetting, and routing, to better understand the fundamentals of AWS IAM.

Browse courses on Networking Fundamentals

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Review online tutorials on networking basics
Take practice quizzes on network fundamentals

Follow online tutorials on AWS IAM

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Supplement your understanding of AWS IAM by following online tutorials that provide step-by-step guidance and hands-on practice with AWS IAM concepts.

Browse courses on AWS Identity and Access Management

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Search for AWS IAM tutorials on platforms like YouTube or Coursera
Follow along with the tutorials and practice the concepts in your own AWS account

Practice creating and managing AWS IAM users and roles

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Reinforce your understanding of IAM user and role management through hands-on practice. Create and manage users and roles in your AWS account to gain a deeper understanding of how IAM works.

Browse courses on AWS Security

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Create a new AWS user in the IAM console
Assign permissions to the user using IAM policies
Create a new IAM role and attach it to the user

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Design an IAM architecture for a multi-account scenario

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Apply your knowledge of AWS IAM to design an IAM architecture for a scenario involving multiple AWS accounts. This will help you develop a deeper understanding of how IAM can be used to securely manage access across multiple accounts.

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Identify the different types of users and roles that will need access to the resources in the different accounts
Create a diagram that shows the relationships between the accounts, users, and roles
Write a document that describes the IAM policies that will be used to control access to the resources

Career center

Learners who complete Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Security Engineer

As a Cloud Security Engineer, you will be responsible for securing cloud computing environments. This includes designing and implementing security measures to protect data, applications, and infrastructure in the cloud. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in cloud security best practices, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analysts are responsible for protecting computer networks and systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in cybersecurity principles, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in security engineering principles, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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IT Security Specialist

IT Security Specialists are responsible for planning, implementing, and maintaining an organization's information security program. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in IT security best practices, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining an organization's network security infrastructure. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in network security principles, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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IT Auditor

IT Auditors are responsible for evaluating an organization's IT systems and processes to ensure that they are in compliance with security regulations. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in IT auditing principles, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts are responsible for analyzing an organization's information security risks and developing and implementing security measures to mitigate those risks. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in information security principles, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers are responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams to ensure that software is delivered quickly and securely. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in DevOps principles, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects are responsible for designing, building, and managing cloud computing solutions. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in cloud architecture principles, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers are responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining an organization's computer systems. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course can help you build a foundation in systems engineering principles, specifically in the context of AWS. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course may be useful for Software Engineers who are working with AWS services. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists are responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to help organizations make better decisions. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course may be useful for Data Scientists who are working with AWS services. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for planning, executing, and controlling projects to ensure that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course may be useful for Project Managers who are working on projects that involve AWS services. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts are responsible for analyzing business processes and developing solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course may be useful for Business Analysts who are working with AWS services. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers are responsible for creating documentation for technical products and services. The Security with AWS: Identity and Access Management (IAM) course may be useful for Technical Writers who are writing documentation for AWS services. You will learn how to manage user access, create roles, and set up policies to govern resource access.

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