Securing Connected Devices with AWS IoT Device Defender from Pluralsight

As the number of AWS IoT devices in your environment grows, it is important to properly monitor and secure them. This course will introduce the AWS Device Defender tool to help you secure your IoT environment.

Being aware of issues within an environment with many devices can be a challenging task. Internet of Things (IoT) can be especially difficult due to the scale opportunities that exist. AWS has provided a tool called Device Defender to help you stay on top of potential security issues that may exist in your IoT environments. In this course, Securing Connected Devices with AWS IoT Device Defender, you will explore configuring Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. First, you will learn how to configure and use Device Defender Audit to set up audits to monitor your IoT environments using industry best practice checks. Next, you will discover how to configure and use Device Defender Detect to monitor IoT device metrics to alarm on anomalies. Finally, you will learn how to configure Mitigation Actions to automatically react to a variety of issues that can occur in your environment. When you’re finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to configure Audit, Detect, and Mitigation Actions within AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Configuring and Performing Audits

Detecting Unusual Behavior

Implement Mitigation Actions

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Designed for IT professionals who work with cloud computing and Internet of Things (IoT)

Focuses on using Device Defender to monitor and secure IoT environments, making it relevant for those seeking to enhance IoT security

Taught by Jason Mitschke, an experienced instructor in cloud security

Covers industry-best practices for IoT security through Device Defender Audit

Provides hands-on experience with Device Defender Detect to monitor IoT device metrics for anomalies

Includes instruction on configuring Mitigation Actions to respond to potential security issues automatically

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Securing Connected Devices with AWS IoT Device Defender with these activities:

Participate in a Study Group on AWS IoT Device Defender Features

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Provides a collaborative environment for students to share knowledge, reinforce concepts, and enhance their understanding of Device Defender's features.

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Join a study group or form one with classmates.
Identify specific topics or features of Device Defender to focus on.
Share knowledge, discuss use cases, and ask questions.
Work together to solve problems and improve understanding.

Practice Configuring Device Defender Audit Checks

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Reinforces skills and understanding of how to configure Device Defender Audit to establish security monitoring using industry best practices.

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Review the industry best practice checks supported by Device Defender Audit.
Configure Device Defender Audit in your AWS account.
Enable specific checks based on your security requirements.
Monitor the results of the audit checks.

Attend an Industry Meetup on IoT Security

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Connects students with industry professionals and provides insights into current trends and best practices in IoT security.

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Research and identify relevant industry meetups or conferences.
Register and attend the event.
Engage with speakers, attendees, and vendors.
Follow up with connections made at the event.

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Follow a Tutorial on Detecting Unusual Behavior with Device Defender Detect

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Provides a hands-on guide to configuring Device Defender Detect to effectively monitor device metrics and detect anomalous behavior.

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Identify relevant device metrics to monitor.
Follow a step-by-step tutorial on configuring Device Defender Detect.
Set up alarms to be notified when anomalies are detected.
Analyze alarm data and investigate potential security issues.

Hands-on Configuration of Mitigation Actions for IoT Devices

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Enhances understanding and practical skills in configuring Mitigation Actions within Device Defender to automate responses to security incidents.

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Identify common security issues that need automated responses.
Create and configure Mitigation Actions using the Device Defender console.
Test the Mitigation Actions to ensure they perform as expected.
Monitor the effectiveness of the Mitigation Actions and make adjustments as needed.

Career center

Learners who complete Securing Connected Devices with AWS IoT Device Defender will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

IoT Architect

IoT Architects design and implement IoT solutions. They also work with customers to identify and meet their IoT security needs. This course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of IoT architecture roles, including IoT Architect.

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IoT Security Specialist

IoT Security Specialists are responsible for protecting IoT devices and networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of IoT security roles, including IoT Security Specialist.

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Security Consultant

Security Consultants help organizations to identify and mitigate security risks. They also provide advice on security best practices. This course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of security consulting roles, including Security Consultant.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and test software. They also work with other teams to ensure that software is secure. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of software engineering. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of software engineering roles, including Software Engineer.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer systems and networks. They also monitor and analyze security systems to identify and respond to security breaches. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of information security. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of information security roles, including Information Security Analyst.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work with developers and operations teams to ensure that software is developed and deployed securely. They also monitor and analyze security systems to identify and respond to security breaches. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of DevOps. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of DevOps roles, including DevOps Engineer.

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IT Manager

IT Managers plan and implement IT systems and services. They also oversee the security of these systems and services. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of IT management. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of IT management roles, including IT Manager.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan and execute projects. They also work with teams to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of project management. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of project management roles, including Project Manager.

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Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts help organizations to understand and improve their IT systems. They also work with IT teams to ensure that IT systems and services meet the needs of the business. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of systems analysis. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of systems analysis roles, including Systems Analyst.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analysts are responsible for protecting computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of cybersecurity. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of cybersecurity roles, including Cybersecurity Analyst.

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers design and implement security controls to protect networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. They also monitor and analyze security systems to identify and respond to security breaches. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of network security. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of network security roles, including Network Security Engineer.

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Cloud Security Architect

Cloud Security Architects design and implement security controls to protect cloud-based systems and applications. They also monitor and analyze security systems to identify and respond to security breaches. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of cloud security. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of cloud security roles, including Cloud Security Architect.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security controls to protect an organization's computer systems and networks. They also monitor and analyze security systems to identify and respond to security breaches. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of security engineering. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of security engineering roles, including Security Engineer.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to solve problems and make decisions. They also develop and implement machine learning and artificial intelligence models. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of data science. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of data science roles, including Data Scientist.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts help organizations to understand and improve their business processes. They also work with IT teams to ensure that IT systems and services meet the needs of the business. This course may be useful in helping you build a foundation in IoT security, which is an important aspect of business analysis. The course will teach you how to use AWS IoT Device Defender to monitor and secure your IoT environment. This knowledge can be applied to a variety of business analysis roles, including Business Analyst.

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