Exam Prep: AWS Certified SysOps Administrator

This new intermediate-level course from Amazon Web Services (AWS), is designed to help you to assess your preparedness for the AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate exam. You will learn how to prepare for the exam by exploring the exam’s topic areas and how they map to SysOps Administration on AWS. You will review sample certification questions in each domain, practice skills with hands-on exercises, test your knowledge with practice question sets, and learn strategies for identifying incorrect responses by interpreting the concepts that are being tested in the exam. At the end of this course you will have all the knowledge and tools to help you identity your strengths and weaknesses in each certification domain areas that are being tested on the certification exam. The AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate (SOA-C02) exam is intended for system administrators in a cloud operations role. The exam validates a candidate’s ability to deploy, manage, and operate workloads on AWS and their ability to complete the following tasks: Support and maintain AWS workloads according to the AWS Well-Architected Framework, perform operations by using the AWS Management Console and the AWS CLI, implement security controls to meet compliance requirements, monitor, log, and troubleshoot systems, apply networking concepts (for example, DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls), implement architectural requirements (for example, high availability, performance, capacity), perform business continuity and disaster recovery procedures and identify, classify, and remediate incidents

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Strengthens an existing foundation for intermediate learners

Teaches AWS Well-Architected Framework, which is standard in cloud computing

Taught by AWS, who are recognized for their work in the cloud computing industry

Develops skills that are core to system administration on AWS

Provides hands-on exercises to practice skills

Examines the AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate exam, which is highly relevant for system administrators in a cloud operations role

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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 Exam Prep: AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate with these activities:

Review the AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate Study Guide

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Supplement your knowledge by reviewing the official study guide, which provides comprehensive coverage of the exam objectives.

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Read through the book, focusing on the areas identified in the course syllabus
Take practice exams and quizzes to assess your understanding

Organize and review course materials

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Enhance your retention by systematically organizing and reviewing lecture notes, assignments, and practice questions.

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Create a dedicated study space
Organize materials by topic
Review materials regularly

Practice AWS command line tools

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Reinforce your understanding of AWS command line tools to navigate and manage AWS services effectively.

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Review basic AWS CLI commands
Practice using AWS CLI to create and manage resources
Troubleshoot common AWS CLI errors

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Troubleshoot common AWS services issues

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Develop your problem-solving skills by practicing how to identify and resolve common issues that arise when working with AWS services.

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Review documentation and knowledge base articles
Use AWS support tools and resources
Simulate common issues and practice troubleshooting

Build a simple AWS architecture diagram

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Enhance your ability to design and visualize AWS architectures by creating a simple diagram that outlines the components and their interactions.

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Identify the key components of your AWS architecture
Map out the relationships and dependencies between components
Use AWS architectural symbols and conventions

Create a blog post or article on AWS SysOps

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Deepen your understanding by explaining and sharing your knowledge of AWS SysOps concepts and best practices in a written format.

Browse courses on Cloud Operations

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Choose a specific topic related to AWS SysOps
Research and gather information
Write and edit your content

Contribute to an AWS open-source project

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Gain hands-on experience and connect with the AWS community by participating in open-source projects related to AWS services.

Browse courses on AWS Developer Tools

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Identify an AWS open-source project that aligns with your interests
Review the project documentation and codebase
Make contributions and engage with the project community

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Learners who complete Exam Prep: AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Cloud Engineer

A Cloud Engineer ensures that cloud-based IT systems run smoothly and efficiently. They design, implement, and maintain cloud computing solutions, ensuring that they meet the organization's needs. This course is highly relevant to this role, as it provides a deep dive into AWS SysOps Administration, which is a critical skillset for Cloud Engineers. By taking this course, you'll gain a strong foundation in the principles and practices of AWS SysOps, enabling you to effectively manage and operate cloud-based IT systems.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of computer systems, including servers, networks, and databases. This course is highly relevant to this role, as it provides a comprehensive overview of AWS SysOps Administration, which is a critical skillset for Systems Administrators. By taking this course, you'll gain a strong foundation in the principles and practices of AWS SysOps, enabling you to effectively manage and maintain cloud-based IT systems.

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DevOps Engineer

A DevOps Engineer is responsible for bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They work to ensure that software is developed and deployed efficiently and reliably. This course is relevant to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS SysOps Administration, which is a key aspect of DevOps. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to manage and operate cloud-based IT systems, enabling you to collaborate more effectively with development teams.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer designs, implements, and maintains computer networks. They ensure that networks are reliable, efficient, and secure. This course is relevant to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS networking concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to manage and operate cloud-based networks, enabling you to design and implement more effective network solutions.

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Security Analyst

A Security Analyst is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks. They work to protect organizations from cyberattacks and data breaches. This course is relevant to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS security concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to secure cloud-based systems, enabling you to identify and mitigate security risks more effectively.

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Data Analyst

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst works with businesses to identify their needs and develop solutions. They use their understanding of business processes and technology to help organizations improve their operations. This course may be useful to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS business concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to use AWS tools and services to support business processes and make more informed decisions.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. They work to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This course may be useful to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS project management concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to use AWS tools and services to plan, execute, and close projects more effectively.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. They use their knowledge of programming languages and software development methodologies to create software solutions that meet the needs of users. This course may be useful to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS software development concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to use AWS tools and services to develop and deploy software applications more effectively.

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IT Manager

An IT Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing IT systems. They work to ensure that IT systems are aligned with business needs and that they are operating efficiently and effectively. This course may be useful to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS IT management concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to use AWS tools and services to plan, implement, and manage IT systems more effectively.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect designs and implements cloud computing solutions. They work to ensure that cloud-based systems are scalable, reliable, and secure. This course may be useful to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS cloud architecture concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to design and implement cloud-based systems more effectively.

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Data Scientist

A Data Scientist uses data to solve business problems. They use their knowledge of statistics, machine learning, and data analysis to develop data-driven solutions. This course may be useful to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS data science concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to use AWS tools and services to collect, analyze, and interpret data, enabling you to develop more effective data-driven solutions.

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Machine Learning Engineer

A Machine Learning Engineer develops and deploys machine learning models. They use their knowledge of machine learning algorithms and data science to create models that can solve business problems. This course may be useful to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS machine learning concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to use AWS tools and services to develop and deploy machine learning models more effectively.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining databases. They work to ensure that databases are reliable, efficient, and secure. This course may be useful to this role, as it provides a solid foundation in AWS database administration concepts. By taking this course, you'll gain a better understanding of how to use AWS tools and services to manage and maintain databases more effectively.

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Web Developer

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