Securing the AWS Cloud

Make your next Amazon Web Services deployment secure and private Dive into the world of cloud security with Securing the AWS Cloud: A Guide for Learning to Secure AWS Infrastructure by Brandon Carroll, a comprehensive guide crafted for those eager to fortify their Amazon Web Services (AWS) deployments. Whether you are starting from scratch or looking to enhance an existing setup, this book serves as your essential roadmap to understanding and implementing robust security measures in the AWS environment. The author, a seasoned infrastructure security expert, begins with the basics of cybersecurity and gradually introduces more complex AWS-specific security practices. His structured approach helps you use your existing knowledge to effectively secure your AWS cloud. The book navigates through a series of real-world challenges and provides actionable solutions, equipping you with the skills needed to tackle security issues head-on. You'll: Learn foundational security practices to safeguard your AWS environment right from the start. Master advanced techniques for identity management, threat detection, and data security within AWS. Develop resilience and recovery strategies to maintain robust security and ensure business continuity. Securing the AWS Cloud is the ideal resource for IT professionals, system administrators, and anyone aspiring to specialize in cloud security. It's tailor-made to enhance your ability to deploy secure, reliable, and private AWS solutions consistently. If you're ready to take your AWS security skills to the next level, don't wait. Buy your copy today and start building a safer cloud environment!

Preface ix Acknowledgments xi Chapter 1: Introduction to Cloud Security 1 Chapter 2: AWS Security Fundamentals 7 Chapter 3: Identity and Access Management on AWS 27 Chapter 4: AWS Identity Center: Centralizing Access Management 63 Chapter 5: Infrastructure Protection on AWS 85 Chapter 6: Threat Detection and Management on AWS 141 Chapter 7: Data Security and Cryptography on AWS 165 Chapter 8: Monitoring, Logging, and Compliance on AWS 207 Chapter 9: Resilience and Recovery Strategies 265 Chapter 10: Security Operations and Automation 285 Chapter 11: Applying the Developer Mindset to AWS Security 317 Chapter 12: Implementing GitOps for AWS Infrastructure 335 Index 367