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AWS Certified Security Specialist PodcastAWS Security - Domain 6 - 50X - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS## Domain 6: Management and Security Governance
### Task Statement 6.1: Develop a strategy to centrally deploy and manage AWS accounts.
**Knowledge of:**
- 6.1.1 Multi-account strategies
- 6.1.2 Managed services that allow delegated administration
- 6.1.3 Policy-defined guardrails
- 6.1.4 Root account best practices
- 6.1.5 Cross-account roles
**Skills in:**
- 6.1.6 Deploying and configuring AWS Organizations
- 6.1.7 Determining when and how to deploy AWS Control Tower (for example, which services must be deactivated for successful deployment)
- 6.1.8 Implementing SCPs as a technical solution to enforce a policy (for example, limitations on the use of a root account, implementation of controls in AWS Control Tower)
- 6.1.9...
2025-10-2714 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist PodcastAWS Security - Domain 5 - 50X - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS# AWS Security - Domain 5 - 50X - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
## Domain 5: Data Protection
### Task Statement 5.1: Design and implement controls that provide confidentiality and integrity for data in transit.
**Knowledge of:**
- 5.1.1 TLS concepts
- 5.1.2 VPN concepts (for example, IPsec)
- 5.1.3 Secure remote access methods (for example, SSH, RDP over Systems Manager Session Manager)
- 5.1.4 Systems Manager Session Manager concepts
- 5.1.5 How TLS certificates work with various network services and resources (for example, CloudFront, load balancers)
**Skills in:**
- 5.1.6 Designing secure connectivity between AWS and on-premises networks (for example, by using Direct Connect and VPN gateways)
- 5.1.7 Designing m...
2025-10-2716 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist PodcastAWS SECURITY - Domain 4 - 50X - QUESTIONS and ANSWERS# AWS SECURITY - Domain 4 - 50X - QUESTIONS and ANSWERS
## Domain 4: Identity and Access Management
### Task Statement 4.1: Design, implement, and troubleshoot authentication for AWS resources.
**Knowledge of:**
- 4.1.1 Methods and services for creating and managing identities (for example, federation, identity providers, AWS IAM Identity Center [AWS Single Sign-On], Amazon Cognito)
- 4.1.2 Long-term and temporary credentialing mechanisms
- 4.1.3 How to troubleshoot authentication issues (for example, by using CloudTrail, IAM Access Advisor, and IAM policy simulator)
**Skills in:**
- 4.1.4 Establishing identity through an authentication system, based on requirements
- 4.1.5 Setting up multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- 4.1.6 Determining when to use A...
2025-10-2715 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist PodcastAWS SECURITY - Domain 3 - 50x - QUESTIONS and ANSWERSAWS Certified Security Speciality (SCS-C02) Exam
Domain 3: Infrastructure Security Questions
Below are 50 unique questions and answers for Domain 3: Infrastructure Security, covering all task statements, knowledge, and skills as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide.
## Domain 3: Infrastructure Security
### Task Statement 3.1: Design and implement security controls for edge services.
**Knowledge of:**
- 3.1.1 Security features on edge services (for example, AWS WAF, load balancers, Amazon Route 53, Amazon CloudFront, AWS Shield)
- 3.1.2 Common attacks, threats, and exploits (for example, Open Web Application Security Project [OWASP] Top 10, DDoS)
- 3.1.3 Layered web...
2025-10-1515 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist PodcastAWS Security - Domain 2 - 50X - QUESTIONS AND ANSWERSHere are 50 unique questions and answers for Domain 2: Security Logging and Monitoring, covering all task statements, knowledge, and skills as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide.
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## Domain 2: Security Logging and Monitoring
### Task Statement 2.1: Design and implement monitoring and alerting to address security events.
**Knowledge of:**
- 2.1.1 AWS services that monitor events and provide alarms (for example, CloudWatch, EventBridge)
- 2.1.2 AWS services that automate alerting (for example, Lambda, Amazon Simple Notification Service [Amazon SNS], Security Hub)
- 2.1.3 Tools that monitor metrics and baselines (for...
2025-10-1515 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist PodcastAWS SECURITY - Domain 1 - 50x - QUESTIONS and ANSWERSAWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide - Q & A - x50
Here are 50 unique questions and answers for 'Domain 1: Threat Detection and Incident Response', covering all task statements, knowledge, and skills as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide. A few listeners have been asking for more quick fire question / answers - so here they are.
Just for fun Exercise: ... see if you can articulate the correct answer - out loud and clearly spoken - before hearing it! This action will help focus your exam preparation, interview technique, and ab...
2025-10-1515 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast6.4.1 AWS cost and usage for anomaly identification6.4.1 AWS cost and usage for anomaly identification - For those preparing for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, Task Statement 6.4 centers on using AWS cost and usage data as a security tool. Analyzing cost anomaliessuch as unexpected spend spikes or unusual resource usagecan reveal signs of unauthorized activity, misconfigurations, or compromised accounts in the cloud. Key AWS services like Cost Explorer, Budgets, Trusted Advisor, Cost Anomaly Detection, CloudTrail, and CloudWatch work together to monitor, alert, and help engineers spot threats early. Effective use of these tools involves automating alerts, integrating with cloud security services, and carefully correlating cost...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast6.4 Identify security gaps through architectural reviews and cost analysis.6.4 Identify security gaps through architectural reviews and cost analysis. - In this episode, we dive into Task Statement 6.4 from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam, which focuses on identifying security gaps through architectural reviews and cost analysis. We explore how Senior AWS Engineers leverage tools like AWS Cost Explorer, Trusted Advisor, and the Well-Architected Tool to uncover vulnerabilities by analyzing cloud architecture and usage patterns, linking financial anomalies to potential security incidents such as data exfiltration or unauthorized access. Key strategies discussed include reducing attack surfaces through zero-trust models, micro-segmentation, just-in-time access, and proactive removal of unused resources to...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast6.3.1 Data classification by using AWS services6.3.1 Data classification by using AWS services - In this episode, we dive into Task Statement 6.3 of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, focusing on how to evaluate AWS resource compliance through data classification using native AWS services. Data classification is all about identifying and labeling sensitive informationlike PII, financial data, or health recordswhich is crucial for meeting regulatory requirements and enhancing security within the AWS cloud. We explore key AWS tools, with Amazon Macie at the center, offering automated discovery, classification, and protection of sensitive data stored in S3. Listeners will also learn how AWS Config, Security Hub...
2025-09-1816 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast6.3 Evaluate the compliance of AWS resources.6.3 Evaluate the compliance of AWS resources. - In this episode, we dive into Task Statement 6.3 from the AWS Certified Security Specialty exam, focusing on how AWS Engineers evaluate the compliance of AWS resources to meet internal and regulatory requirements. We explore key AWS services like Macie, Glue, and Comprehend for classifying and protecting sensitive data across storage environments, and discuss how automated and manual compliance assessments are critical for maintaining security and audit readiness. The conversation covers the practicalities of using AWS Config to track resource configurations, detect noncompliance with custom rules, and integrate remediation processes to enforce secure baselines...
2025-09-1815 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast6.2.1 Deployment best practices with infrastructure as code (IaC) (for example, AWS CloudFormation template hardening and drift detection)6.2.1 Deployment best practices with infrastructure as code IaC for example, AWS CloudFormation template hardening and drift detection - This episode covers key best practices for implementing secure and consistent AWS deployments using Infrastructure as Code IaC, a major focus of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. Well explore how hardened AWS CloudFormation templates help enforce security, consistency, and compliance across environments, reducing the risk of configuration errors. Listeners will learn about critical techniques such as enforcing least-privilege IAM policies, dynamic parameterization, and modular template design, along with mechanisms like drift detection and automated remediation to maintain control over...
2025-09-1818 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast6.2 Implement a secure and consistent deployment strategy for cloud resources.6.2 Implement a secure and consistent deployment strategy for cloud resources. - In this episode, we dive deep into Task Statement 6.2 of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, focusing on how to implement secure and consistent deployment strategies for cloud resources. We discuss the importance of Infrastructure as Code IaC best practices, emphasizing automation, template hardening, drift detection, and enforcing security through version control and modular design. Youll learn about robust tagging strategies for cost allocation, governance, and security, and why centralized tag management is vital in multi-account AWS environments. The podcast also explores skills for consistent deployments using...
2025-09-1822 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast6.1.1 Multi-account strategies6.1.1 Multi-account strategies - Multi-account strategies are essential for building secure, scalable, and compliant AWS environments, making them a key focus for anyone preparing for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. These strategies use AWS Organizations to centralize control, grouping accounts into Organizational Units OUs and enforcing Service Control Policies SCPs for governance, security, and cost management. Specialized accounts, such as security and logging accounts, ensure operational excellence by centralizing security monitoring, incident response, and tamper-proof logging. Tools like AWS Control Tower accelerate multi-account setup, while automation and tagging policies optimize onboarding and resource tracking. Continuous monitoring using AWS...
2025-09-1812 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast6.1 Develop a strategy to centrally deploy and manage AWS accounts.6.1 Develop a strategy to centrally deploy and manage AWS accounts. - In this episode, we explore the intricacies of developing a secure and scalable strategy for centrally deploying and managing AWS accounts, a cornerstone of modern cloud governance. Listeners will gain key insights into mastering multi-account AWS environments, using organizational units, Service Control Policies SCPs, and best practices for root account security to reduce risk and support regulatory compliance. We break down how managed AWS services allow for delegated administration, empowering operational teams while keeping centralized oversight and enforcing principle-of-least-privilege access. The conversation delves into technical strategies, from implementing SCPs...
2025-09-1822 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast5.4.1 Secrets Manager5.4.1 Secrets Manager - AWS Secrets Manager is a fully managed service that provides secure storage, management, and rotation of credentials, API keys, and other sensitive secrets in AWS environments. By enabling centralized secret management and automated rotation, it helps engineers avoid embedding sensitive data in application code, reducing security risks and supporting compliance with industry standards. The service integrates with AWS Key Management Service KMS for encryption, relies on IAM for granular access control, and logs activity through AWS CloudTrail for auditing and alerting. Recent enhancements, like the 2024 AWSSecretsManager-2024-09-16 transform, automate security updates and patching for Lambda rotation...
2025-09-1812 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast5.4 Design and implement controls to protect credentials, secrets, and cryptographic key materials.5.4 Design and implement controls to protect credentials, secrets, and cryptographic key materials. - In this episode, we dive into the critical aspects of protecting credentials, secrets, and cryptographic keys in AWS, as outlined in Task Statement 5.4 of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam. We break down the importance of safeguarding sensitive elements like API keys and database passwords, examining how tools like AWS Secrets Manager and Systems Manager Parameter Store help centralize, rotate, and audit credentials to thwart breaches and meet compliance requirements. Youll learn why automatic rotation, tight access policies, granular auditing, and integration with IAM roles are...
2025-09-1816 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast5.3.1 Lifecycle policies5.3.1 Lifecycle policies - On this episode, we dive deep into Task Statement 5.3 of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam, focusing on designing and implementing controls for managing the lifecycle of data at rest. We explore how AWS engineers use Amazon S3 lifecycle policies to automate the storage, transition, and deletion of critical data, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability while meeting compliance standards like GDPR, HIPAA, and SEC Rule 17a-4. Listeners will learn about configuring granular lifecycle rules using prefixes, tags, and object sizes, and how these policies integrate with encryption SSE-KMS, access controls, and auditing tools like CloudTrail for...
2025-09-1821 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast5.3 Design and implement controls to manage the lifecycle of data at rest.5.3 Design and implement controls to manage the lifecycle of data at rest. - In this episode, we explore the essential strategies for AWS Engineers to design and implement robust controls for managing the lifecycle of data at rest, a key component of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. We discuss how effective lifecycle management mitigates risks such as compliance violations and excessive storage costs by automating the transition, retention, and deletion of data across AWS services like S3, EBS, and RDS. Listeners will gain insights into configuring lifecycle policies and understanding regulatory standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and...
2025-09-1814 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast5.2 Design and implement controls that provide confidentiality and integrity for data at rest.5.2 Design and implement controls that provide confidentiality and integrity for data at rest. - In this episode, we dive deep into Task Statement 5.2 of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide, focusing on how to design controls that ensure data at rest within AWS remains confidential and maintains integrity. Listeners will learn the in-depth differences and use cases for symmetric and asymmetric encryption, as well as practical strategies for both server-side and client-side encryption across services like S3, RDS, DynamoDB, SQS, EBS, and EFS. We break down essential integrity measures, such as hashing, digital signatures, and versioning, alongside...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast5.2.1 Encryption technique selection (for example, client-side, server-side, symmetric, asymmetric)5.2.1 Encryption technique selection for example, client-side, server-side, symmetric, asymmetric - In this episode, we dive into AWS best practices for protecting the confidentiality and integrity of data at rest, as outlined in Task Statement 5.2 of the AWS Certified Security Specialty exam. We break down the key encryption techniques availableclient-side, server-side, symmetric, and asymmetricexploring when and why to choose each one. Youll learn how AWS services like S3, RDS, and KMS support robust encryption workflows, including compliance-driven use-cases and operational requirements. We also discuss mechanisms for ensuring data integrity using features like S3 Object Lock, digital signatures, and checksums, alongside automated...
2025-09-1820 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast5.2 Design and implement controls that provide confidentiality and integrity for data at rest.5.2 Design and implement controls that provide confidentiality and integrity for data at rest. - In this episode, we dive deep into Task Statement 5.2 of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide, focusing on how to design controls that ensure data at rest within AWS remains confidential and maintains integrity. Listeners will learn the in-depth differences and use cases for symmetric and asymmetric encryption, as well as practical strategies for both server-side and client-side encryption across services like S3, RDS, DynamoDB, SQS, EBS, and EFS. We break down essential integrity measures, such as hashing, digital signatures, and versioning, alongside...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast5.1.1 TLS concepts5.1.1 TLS concepts - On this episode, we dive into key concepts from Task Statement 5.1 of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, focusing on how to design and implement controls to guarantee the confidentiality and integrity of data in transit, primarily through Transport Layer Security TLS. TLS is the backbone of secure communications in AWS, protecting data moving between clients and services such as S3, RDS, CloudFront, and API Gateway by providing strong encryption, authentication, and message integrity. We break down core TLS mechanisms, including the handshake process, the difference between symmetric and asymmetric encryption, the use of digital...
2025-09-1822 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast5.1 Design and implement controls that provide confidentiality and integrity for data in transit.5.1 Design and implement controls that provide confidentiality and integrity for data in transit. - This episode explores Task Statement 5.1 from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam, highlighting how to design and implement controls for the confidentiality and integrity of data in transit within AWS environments. We dive into cryptographic protocols like TLS, VPN mechanisms using IPsec, and secure remote access methods such as SSH, RDP, and AWS Systems Manager Session Manager. Listeners will learn how to manage and integrate TLS certificates with AWS network services and why certificate management is vital for enforcing strict encryption standards. The discussion also...
2025-09-1813 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast4.2.6 Interpreting an IAM policy’s effect on environments and workloads4.2.6 Interpreting an IAM policys effect on environments and workloads - In this episode, we break down how AWS Engineers and security professionals can interpret IAM policy effects on AWS environments and workloads, a crucial topic for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. We explore the core IAM policy componentsPrincipal, Action, Resource, Effect, and Conditionand how their interplay shapes permissions for both identities and resources across different scenarios, from serverless to multi-account setups. Youll hear about the different policy types, like identity-based, resource-based, permission boundaries, and Service Control Policies SCPs, and how AWS evaluates them to enforce the principle...
2025-09-1824 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast4.2.1 Different IAM policies (for example, managed policies, inline policies, identity-based policies, resource-based policies, session control policies)4.2.1 Different IAM policies for example, managed policies, inline policies, identity-based policies, resource-based policies, session control policies - In this episode, we dive into the essential AWS Identity and Access Management IAM policies you need to master for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. We break down the five main types of IAM policiesmanaged, inline, identity-based, resource-based, and session controlexploring how each is structured, when to use them, and their unique advantages for securing AWS environments. Listeners will learn to design policies that enforce least privilege, enable scalable access control, and manage cross-account permissions efficiently. We also cover key...
2025-09-1816 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast4.2 Design, implement, and troubleshoot authorization for AWS resources.4.2 Design, implement, and troubleshoot authorization for AWS resources. - In this comprehensive episode, we dive deep into designing, implementing, and troubleshooting authorization for AWS resources, a core focus for those pursuing the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. The discussion unpacks the various IAM policy typesmanaged, inline, identity-based, resource-based, and session controland explores the best use cases and limitations for each. Listeners will gain actionable strategies for constructing effective RBAC and ABAC models, enforcing least privilege, and ensuring proper separation of duties in enterprise AWS environments. The episode highlights essential AWS tools for troubleshooting, including CloudTrail, IAM Access Analyzer...
2025-09-1820 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast4.1.1 Methods and services for creating and managing identities (for example, federation, identity providers, AWS IAM Identity Center [AWS Single Sign-On], Amazon Cognito)4.1.1 Methods and services for creating and managing identities for example, federation, identity providers, AWS IAM Identity Center AWS Single Sign-On, Amazon Cognito - On this episode, we dive into identity management in AWS, focusing on key methods and services crucial for the Certified Security Specialty SCS-C02 exam. We explore how AWS Engineers leverage federation, identity providers IdPs, AWS IAM Identity Center, and Amazon Cognito to securely manage access in both enterprise and public-facing scenarios. The discussion covers the essentials of integrating external identities using SAML and OIDC, the role of IdPs for seamless authentication, and the benefits of centralized SSO...
2025-09-1816 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast4.1 Design, implement, and troubleshoot authentication for AWS resources.4.1 Design, implement, and troubleshoot authentication for AWS resources. - In this episode, we dive deep into the skills and strategies needed to ace Task Statement 4.1 of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, focusing on designing, implementing, and troubleshooting authentication systems for AWS resources. Listeners will learn about core AWS identity services like IAM users, roles, IAM Identity Center, Amazon Cognito, and integration with external IdPs for scalable, secure authentication. We explore the differences between long-term and temporary credentials, best practices for enforcing multi-factor authentication MFA, and the importance of adopting the principle of least privilege. The episode highlights...
2025-09-1815 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast3.4.1 How to analyze reachability (for example, by using VPC Reachability Analyzer and Amazon Inspector)3.4.1 How to analyze reachability for example, by using VPC Reachability Analyzer and Amazon Inspector - Heres a podcast-friendly summary in about six sentences
In this episode, we dive into how AWS engineers troubleshoot network security, focusing on reachability analysisa key skill for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam. We explore how tools like Amazon VPC Reachability Analyzer help diagnose connectivity issues by mapping network paths and identifying exactly where traffic gets blocked, whether by security groups, NACLs, or route tables. Meanwhile, Amazon Inspectors Network Reachability feature scans your environment to flag unintended exposures, such as publicly accessible resources, and...
2025-09-1822 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast3.4 Troubleshoot network security.3.4 Troubleshoot network security. - In this episode, we delve into Task Statement 3.4 from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, focusing on troubleshooting network security in AWS environments. We explore the advanced skills required to diagnose and resolve issues in complex network architectures, including VPC configurations, hybrid cloud connectivity, and multi-region deployments. Listeners will learn about AWS-native tools like Reachability Analyzer, Amazon Inspector, and Traffic Mirroring, which are essential for analyzing reachability, detecting vulnerabilities, and capturing forensic traffic samples. The podcast highlights the importance of mastering TCPIP fundamentals, leveraging log sources such as Flow Logs, WAF, and Route 53 logs...
2025-09-1816 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast3.3.1 Provisioning and maintenance of EC2 instances (for example, patching, inspecting, creation of snapshots and AMIs, use of EC2 Image Builder)3.3.1 Provisioning and maintenance of EC2 instances for example, patching, inspecting, creation of snapshots and AMIs, use of EC2 Image Builder - Securing Amazon EC2 workloads is fundamental for protecting cloud environments, and the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam emphasizes expertise in this area. Key practices include automated patch management with AWS Systems Manager, regular security inspections using Amazon Inspector to detect vulnerabilities, and creating secure backups through EBS snapshots and hardened Amazon Machine Images AMIs. EC2 Image Builder streamlines the automation of secure AMI creation, ensuring instances are always deployed from compliant, pre-hardened templates. Security best practices cover least...
2025-09-1817 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast3.3 Design and implement security controls for compute workloads.3.3 Design and implement security controls for compute workloads. - In this episode, we dive into key strategies for designing and implementing security controls for AWS compute workloads, a core focus of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. We cover the lifecycle of securing EC2 instances through best practices in provisioning, hardening, patch management, and automation, highlighting tools like EC2 Image Builder and Systems Manager. The importance of fine-grained permission management using IAM instance and service roles is explained, ensuring least-privilege principles and dynamic credential usage across various AWS services and containerized environments. We also explore vulnerability scanning and...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast3.2.1 VPC security mechanisms (for example, security groups, network ACLs, AWS Network Firewall)3.2.1 VPC security mechanisms for example, security groups, network ACLs, AWS Network Firewall - This episode unpacks Task Statement 3.2 from the AWS Certified Security Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide, focusing on designing and implementing robust network security controls within Amazon VPCs. We explore three core security mechanisms security groups, network access control lists ACLs, and AWS Network Firewall. Security groups act as stateful firewalls at the resource level, allowing fine-grained control of inbound and outbound traffic, while network ACLs provide subnet-level, stateless filtering with both allow and deny rules for broader policy enforcement. AWS Network Firewall brings advanced protection features such as...
2025-09-1821 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast3.2 Design and implement network security controls.3.2 Design and implement network security controls. - This episode delves into designing and implementing network security controls for AWS environments, drawing from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam guide. Listeners will learn how to architect secure, scalable cloud networks that leverage VPC-centric defenses, network segmentation, and least-privilege principles to mitigate risks like unauthorized access and data exfiltration. We explain key AWS security mechanismssuch as security groups, network ACLs, AWS Network Firewall, and VPC endpointsand how they interplay to create layered protection for both simple and complex cloud architectures. The discussion also covers secure inter-VPC and on-premises connectivity, the importance...
2025-09-1817 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast3.1.1 Security features on edge services (for example, AWS WAF, load balancers, Amazon Route 53, Amazon CloudFront, AWS Shield)3.1.1 Security features on edge services for example, AWS WAF, load balancers, Amazon Route 53, Amazon CloudFront, AWS Shield - The AWS Security Specialty exam emphasizes securing the outermost edge of cloud environments using powerful services like AWS WAF, Elastic Load Balancers, Amazon Route 53, CloudFront, and AWS Shield. WAF offers flexible protection against web exploits such as SQL injection and XSS, allowing for custom and managed rules at the edge, while AWS Shield protects resources from DDoS attacks, with Standard coverage for common threats and Advanced tier for high-profile workloads. CloudFront, AWSs global CDN, not only speeds up content delivery but also...
2025-09-1825 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast3.1 Design and implement security controls for edge services.3.1 Design and implement security controls for edge services. - This episode explores Task Statement 3.1 from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam, focusing on how to design and implement robust security controls for edge services in AWS environments. Listeners will learn why edge services like CloudFront, WAF, Shield, Route 53, and load balancers are the first line of defense against a variety of threats including DDoS attacks, web exploits, and misconfigurations that could compromise backend systems. The discussion covers the critical features of these edge services, typical attack patterns they must defend against, and how to layer them effectively for comprehensive...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.5.1 Services and tools to analyze captured logs (for example, Athena, CloudWatch Logs filter)2.5.1 Services and tools to analyze captured logs for example, Athena, CloudWatch Logs filter - In this episode, we dive into the best practices and AWS tools for designing a log analysis solution, a key skill for the AWS Certified Security Specialty exam. We explore how services like Amazon Athena and CloudWatch Logs Insights allow engineers to query, filter, and visualize log data from sources such as CloudTrail and VPC Flow Logs for threat detection and compliance. Athena shines for deep, cost-effective investigations on S3-stored logs, while CloudWatch Logs Insights enables real-time monitoring and pattern detection within operational logs. Supporting...
2025-09-1811 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.5 Design a log analysis solution.2.5 Design a log analysis solution. - In this episode, we explore the crucial skills and knowledge required to master log analysis for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. Listeners will learn how AWS Engineers design scalable log analysis solutions using key services like Amazon Athena, CloudWatch Logs Insights, and OpenSearch, transforming vast amounts of raw data into actionable security intelligence. We discuss the importance of understanding log formats and componentssuch as CloudTrail, VPC Flow Logs, and Route 53 DNS logswhich is essential for effective threat detection, forensics, and compliance reporting. The episode covers advanced techniques in identifying anomalies and...
2025-09-1817 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.4.1 Capabilities and use cases of AWS services that provide data sources (for example, log level, type, verbosity, cadence, timeliness, immutability)2.4.1 Capabilities and use cases of AWS services that provide data sources for example, log level, type, verbosity, cadence, timeliness, immutability - In this episode, we break down AWS logging solutions as covered in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. We explore how AWS services like CloudTrail, VPC Flow Logs, Route 53 DNS logs, and CloudWatch Logs generate logs and metrics vital for security, incident response, and compliance. Key log attributessuch as log level, type, verbosity, cadence, timeliness, and immutabilityare explained, highlighting how they shape detection, monitoring, and cost optimization. We discuss the unique capabilities and use cases of each...
2025-09-1811 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.4 Troubleshoot logging solutions.2.4 Troubleshoot logging solutions. - This episode explores the critical skills and knowledge required for troubleshooting logging solutions in AWS, a key component of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam. Listeners will learn why reliable logging is foundational for effective security monitoring, compliance, and prompt incident response, especially in complex enterprise AWS environments. The discussion covers the wide range of AWS services that generate and store logssuch as CloudTrail, VPC Flow Logs, CloudWatch, and S3and highlights how to select, configure, and analyze them for various security use cases. Well break down the essential permissions needed for seamless log delivery...
2025-09-1816 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.3.1 AWS services and features that provide logging capabilities (for example, VPC Flow Logs, DNS logs, AWS CloudTrail, Amazon CloudWatch Logs)2.3.1 AWS services and features that provide logging capabilities for example, VPC Flow Logs, DNS logs, AWS CloudTrail, Amazon CloudWatch Logs - In this podcast episode, we dive into how AWS engineers design and implement effective logging solutions using key AWS services, a vital topic for anyone preparing for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. Core services like AWS CloudTrail, VPC Flow Logs, Route 53 DNS logs, and Amazon CloudWatch Logs provide comprehensive monitoring of API activity, network traffic, DNS queries, and application eventsessential for auditing, incident response, and compliance. We explore how to securely configure log destinations, such as...
2025-09-1814 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.3 Design and implement a logging solution.2.3 Design and implement a logging solution. - In this episode, we dive deep into Task Statement 2.3 of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, which centers on designing and implementing robust logging solutions across AWS environments. We explore the foundational AWS services such as CloudTrail, VPC Flow Logs, and CloudWatch, highlighting their capabilities and the best practices for capturing critical security events while meeting compliance requirements. The discussion covers the intricacies of log attributeslike log levels, types, verbosity, and immutabilityand how these impact threat detection and noise reduction for more effective monitoring. We also break down storage strategies, focusing...
2025-09-1818 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.2.1 Configuration of monitoring services (for example, Security Hub)2.2.1 Configuration of monitoring services for example, Security Hub - This episode delves into configuring and troubleshooting AWS Security Hub, a central service for managing cloud security posture across AWS environments. We explore how Security Hub aggregates findings from AWS services like GuardDuty, Inspector, Macie, and even third-party tools, using standardized data to enable rapid detection, compliance checks, and automated responses. Youll learn step-by-step how to enable Security Hub in multi-account, multi-region setups, integrate essential services, activate compliance standards like CIS and PCI DSS, set up custom insights, and route critical alerts through EventBridge and SNS. The episode also covers key...
2025-09-1814 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.2 Troubleshoot security monitoring and alerting.2.2 Troubleshoot security monitoring and alerting. - In this episode, we explore crucial topics from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam related to security monitoring and alerting, equipping engineers to effectively troubleshoot issues that might otherwise let threats slip through unnoticed. We discuss the importance of proper configuration of monitoring services like AWS Security Hub, CloudWatch, and GuardDuty, focusing on how integrated setups boost visibility and compliance in even the most complex, multi-account AWS environments. The conversation delves into the types of data AWS engineers should be watchingranging from CloudTrail logs to GuardDuty findings and Macie alertshighlighting how smart...
2025-09-1815 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.1.1 AWS services that monitor events and provide alarms (for example, CloudWatch, EventBridge)2.1.1 AWS services that monitor events and provide alarms for example, CloudWatch, EventBridge - Amazon CloudWatch and Amazon EventBridge are essential AWS services for security monitoring and alerting, serving distinct but complementary roles. CloudWatch provides real-time observability through the collection and analysis of metrics and logs from AWS resources and applications, enabling organizations to detect anomalies such as unauthorized access attempts or spikes in network activity. Key features include custom metrics, log insights for advanced querying, composite alarms to reduce false positives, machine learning-based anomaly detection, and integration with dashboards for centralized monitoring. In contrast, EventBridge excels at event-driven automation by...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast2.1 Design and implement monitoring and alerting to address security events.2.1 Design and implement monitoring and alerting to address security events. - In this episode, we delve into the core skills and knowledge required to excel in AWS security monitoring and alerting, essential for those pursuing the AWS Certified Security Specialty certification. Learn how to leverage AWS-native tools such as CloudWatch, EventBridge, GuardDuty, and Security Hub to build layered, automated defenses that identify and respond to security threats across complex environments. Discover practical strategies for designing monitoring frameworks, setting effective metrics and thresholds, and integrating anomaly detection to minimize both risk and alert fatigue. We also explore how to automate alerting...
2025-09-1817 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.12 Preparing services for incidents and recovering services after incidents1.3.12 Preparing services for incidents and recovering services after incidents - In this episode, we dive into a major topic from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide preparing AWS services for security incidents and recovering them after breaches. Well explore how AWS engineers safeguard cloud environments using advanced security controls, comprehensive monitoring, and automated response mechanisms. The discussion covers essential skillssuch as hardening resources, enabling detailed logging, crafting and testing incident response playbooks, and automating both backup and recovery processes using services like AWS Backup, CloudTrail, Security Hub, and Lambda. Listeners will hear practical workflows, like isolating compromised...
2025-09-1824 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.11 Protecting and preserving forensic artifacts (for example, by using S3 Object Lock, isolated forensic accounts, S3 Lifecycle, and S3 replication)1.3.11 Protecting and preserving forensic artifacts for example, by using S3 Object Lock, isolated forensic accounts, S3 Lifecycle, and S3 replication - In this episode, we dive deep into the essential skill of protecting and preserving forensic artifacts in AWS, a crucial competency for security engineers preparing for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. The discussion highlights how Amazon S3 Object Lock, isolated forensic accounts, S3 Lifecycle policies, and S3 replication work together to ensure the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of key evidence like EBS snapshots and log files. We explore the importance of maintaining a verifiable chain of...
2025-09-1823 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.10 Querying logs in Amazon S3 for contextual information related to security events (for example, by using Athena)1.3.10 Querying logs in Amazon S3 for contextual information related to security events for example, by using Athena - Querying logs in Amazon S3 using Amazon Athena is a key skill for AWS engineers investigating security events and incidents. Athena allows users to run SQL queries on large volumes of log data stored in S3such as CloudTrail and VPC Flow Logswithout the need to manage infrastructure, making it ideal for scalable and fast security analysis. Engineers must understand AWS log formats, configure Athena tables with optimized schemas and partitions, and write advanced SQL queries to extract actionable insights, reconstruct incident...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.9 Capturing relevant forensics data from a compromised resource (for example, Amazon Elastic Block Store [Amazon EBS] volume snapshots, memory dump)1.3.9 Capturing relevant forensics data from a compromised resource for example, Amazon Elastic Block Store Amazon EBS volume snapshots, memory dump - In this episode, we dive into the essential skill of capturing forensic data from compromised AWS resourcesa key competency for anyone pursuing the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 certification. We discuss how engineers preserve critical evidence, such as Amazon EBS snapshots and memory dumps, to support incident investigations, root cause analysis, and compliance with legal or regulatory requirements. Youll learn about best practices for gathering and securing forensic artifacts using AWS services like EC2, S3, KMS, and Systems...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.8 Investigating and analyzing to conduct root cause analysis (for example, by using Detective)1.3.8 Investigating and analyzing to conduct root cause analysis for example, by using Detective - Investigating and analyzing root cause analysis RCA is a key skill highlighted in the AWS Certified Security Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide, especially for identifying and addressing security incidents on AWS. Amazon Detective is the central tool recommended, as it aggregates data from services like CloudTrail, VPC Flow Logs, and GuardDuty to help engineers visualize complex resource interactions and uncover anomalies. To excel in RCA, engineers must master log analysis, pattern recognition, and the ability to filter and query large volumes of security dataoften using tools like...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.7 Responding to compromised resources (for example, by isolating Amazon EC2 instances)1.3.7 Responding to compromised resources for example, by isolating Amazon EC2 instances - Isolating compromised Amazon EC2 instances is a critical skill for AWS engineers, especially when responding to security incidents. The process involves restricting network access, halting malicious processes, and preserving forensic evidence while minimizing disruption to legitimate operations. Engineers must have deep knowledge of EC2 networking, security groups, VPC configurations, and leverage tools like AWS Systems Manager for secure, internet-free access to instances. Automating responses with AWS Lambda and EventBridge accelerates containment, and capturing forensic datasuch as EBS snapshotsis crucial for later analysis. Equally important is enforcing least-privilege IAM...
2025-09-1818 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.6 Automating remediation by using AWS services (for example, AWS Lambda, AWS Step Functions, EventBridge, AWS Systems Manager runbooks, Security Hub, AWS Config)1.3.6 Automating remediation by using AWS services for example, AWS Lambda, AWS Step Functions, EventBridge, AWS Systems Manager runbooks, Security Hub, AWS Config - This episode explores Task Statement 1.3.6 from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide, focusing on how AWS services automate the remediation of security incidents. Key AWS toolslike Lambda, Step Functions, EventBridge, Systems Manager runbooks, Security Hub, and AWS Configcan be integrated to swiftly detect, respond to, and recover from compromised resources in a consistent and auditable way. The discussion shows how these services work together to create workflows that identify threats, orchestrate response actions, enforce...
2025-09-1818 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.5 Log analysis for event validation1.3.5 Log analysis for event validation - Effective log analysis is a crucial skill for AWS security professionals, especially in responding to incidents involving compromised resources and workloads. The AWS Certified Security Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide highlights how querying logs from services like CloudTrail, CloudWatch Logs, and VPC Flow Logs, using tools such as Athena and Detective, allows teams to validate alerts, pinpoint affected resources, and trace the root cause of attacks. In a real-world scenario, an e-commerce company detects credential exfiltration on an EC2 instance the security team validates the incident with GuardDuty and Athena, scopes the attack through CloudTrail...
2025-09-1810 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.4 Data capture mechanisms1.3.4 Data capture mechanisms - The AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide highlights the importance of data capture mechanisms for effective incident response within AWS environments. These mechanisms involve tools and processes for collecting and securing logs, snapshots, memory dumps, and network data to support forensic investigations, root cause analysis, and compliance. AWS offers a comprehensive suite of servicessuch as EBS Snapshots, Amazon S3 with Object Lock, CloudTrail, CloudWatch Logs, VPC Flow Logs, and Detectiveto automate, secure, and manage the capture and storage of forensic evidence. Best practices include automating data capture using Lambda and EventBridge, ensuring data immutability...
2025-09-1819 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.3 Techniques for root cause analysis1.3.3 Techniques for root cause analysis - In this episode, we break down Root Cause Analysis RCA as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guidea crucial skill for identifying the origins of security incidents in cloud environments. We explore how RCA helps organizations reconstruct timelines, trace breaches, and uncover vulnerabilities or misconfigurations that led to incidents. Listeners will learn about core AWS tools and services like Amazon CloudWatch Logs, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Detective, and Athena, all of which play a vital role in gathering and correlating evidence during investigations. We highlight practical RCA techniquessuch as forensic data...
2025-09-1823 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.2 Resource isolation mechanisms1.3.2 Resource isolation mechanisms - On this episode, we dive into the essential AWS resource isolation mechanisms, which are crucial for responding effectively to security incidents in the cloud. We explain how isolating compromised resourcessuch as EC2 instances and S3 bucketscan help contain threats, protect unaffected data, and preserve valuable forensic evidence. Youll hear about key AWS tools like VPC, IAM, Security Groups, Network ACLs, and automated solutions using Lambda and Systems Manager that enable rapid, scalable isolation and response. We also cover best practices, including preconfiguring quarantine environments, enforcing least privilege, automating responses, and ensuring forensic integrity with measures like...
2025-09-1822 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3.1 AWS Security Incident Response Guide1.3.1 AWS Security Incident Response Guide - The AWS Security Incident Response Guide is an essential resource for organizations and professionals preparing for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, specifically supporting Domain 1 Threat Detection and Incident Response. This guide outlines a comprehensive, structured approach grounded in industry standards like the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, emphasizing proactive threat detection, rapid response, and effective recovery in cloud environments. Key best practices include standardizing incident reporting, automating detection and response actions with AWS native tools such as GuardDuty, Security Hub, and Lambda, and ensuring robust logging and evidence preservation. The guide walks users...
2025-09-1817 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.3 Respond to compromised resources and workloads.1.3 Respond to compromised resources and workloads. - In this episode, we explore how AWS engineers can effectively respond to compromised resources and workloads, a crucial focus for cloud security professionals. We break down the AWS Security Incident Response Guide, emphasizing structured preparation, detection, resource isolation, root cause analysis, and recovery. The discussion highlights automation of remediation using services like Lambda, Step Functions, and Systems Manager, enabling rapid isolation and mitigation of threats. We also delve into techniques for preserving forensic data, querying logs for incident validation, and protecting forensic artifacts through advanced AWS features like Object Lock and cross-account isolation...
2025-09-1813 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.2.8 Creating metric filters and dashboards to detect anomalous activity (for example, by using Amazon CloudWatch)1.2.8 Creating metric filters and dashboards to detect anomalous activity for example, by using Amazon CloudWatch - In this episode, we dive into the crucial skill of creating metric filters and dashboards in Amazon CloudWatch for anomaly detection, as required for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. Metric filters extract specific patternslike unauthorized access attempts or unusual API callsfrom AWS log data and convert them into actionable metrics, while dashboards provide real-time, visual insights into these metrics for rapid identification of security threats. We discuss how these tools enable proactive threat detection, streamline analysis, and support incident response through...
2025-09-1811 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.2.7 Performing queries to validate security events (for example, by using Amazon Athena)1.2.7 Performing queries to validate security events for example, by using Amazon Athena - In this episode, we explore how to use Amazon Athena for validating security events, a key skill for the AWS Certified Security Specialty exam. Athena is a serverless, SQL-based query service that analyzes massive logs in Amazon S3, such as CloudTrail, VPC Flow Logs, and S3 access logs, helping uncover real threats like unauthorized access or data exfiltration. We break down real-world queries, including tracing suspicious API activity and validating network anomalies, and highlight their importance in both the exam and actual security operations. The episode features...
2025-09-1814 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.2.6 Searching and correlating security threats across AWS services (for example, by using Detective)1.2.6 Searching and correlating security threats across AWS services for example, by using Detective - The AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam tests your ability to search for and correlate security threats across AWS services, with a strong focus on Amazon Detective. This vital skill involves combining data from sources like CloudTrail logs, GuardDuty findings, and VPC Flow Logs to uncover complex threats that may spread across multiple AWS accounts. Amazon Detective stands out for its graph-based investigations, timeline visualizations, and ability to aggregate and map events, helping teams quickly validate and respond to incidents like data exfiltration. Other AWS...
2025-09-1815 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.2.5 Evaluating findings from security services (for example, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Macie, AWS Config, IAM Access Analyzer)1.2.5 Evaluating findings from security services for example, GuardDuty, Security Hub, Macie, AWS Config, IAM Access Analyzer - In this episode, we dive into AWSs security ecosystem and explore how cloud professionals evaluate findings from vital AWS security services, such as Amazon GuardDuty, AWS Security Hub, Amazon Macie, AWS Config, and IAM Access Analyzer. These services generate alerts on threats, compliance issues, and data exposures, forming the backbone of cloud-native threat detection and incident response. We break down how to analyze, prioritize, and validate these findingsdistinguishing real threats from false positives, focusing on critical resources, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Through a...
2025-09-1815 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.2.4 Strategies to centralize security findings1.2.4 Strategies to centralize security findings - This episode dives into essential strategies for centralizing security findings in AWS, a key focus for the AWS Certified Security Specialty SCS-C02 exam. We break down how AWS Security Hub serves as the central dashboard, aggregating alerts from tools like GuardDuty, Macie, Inspector, and IAM Access Analyzeras well as third-party solutionsto provide a unified view of your cloud security posture. Discover the importance of using AWS Organizations for scalable multi-account management, and how Amazon EventBridge and AWS Lambda enable real-time, automated responses to critical security events. We also explore how AWS Config ensures resource...
2025-09-1818 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.2.3 Visualizations to identify anomalies1.2.3 Visualizations to identify anomalies - Visualizations play a critical role in AWS security by converting complex data into intuitive charts, graphs, and dashboards, making it easier to spot unusual patterns and detect potential threats. Key AWS servicessuch as Amazon CloudWatch, AWS Security Hub, Amazon Detective, and Amazon Athena with visualization tools like QuickSightprovide a range of capabilities for creating, interpreting, and correlating visualizations to highlight anomalies like spikes in API calls or suspicious network activity. Techniques including time-series analysis, threshold-based alerts, comparative views, relationship graphs, and anomaly detection models enable rapid and contextual threat identification. A real-world case study illustrates...
2025-09-1815 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.2.2 Anomaly and correlation techniques to join data across services1.2.2 Anomaly and correlation techniques to join data across services - This episode covers key concepts from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, focusing on anomaly detection and correlation techniques for threat detection in AWS. We discuss how anomaliesunusual activity like spikes in API calls or unexpected data transferscan signal security issues, and how correlating data across AWS services provides vital context to identify and respond to real threats efficiently. Listeners will get insights on tools like GuardDuty, Security Hub, Detective, CloudWatch, Athena, and Macieeach offering unique capabilities for detecting, aggregating, and investigating malicious activity. A real-world case study...
2025-09-1815 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.2.1 AWS managed security services that detect threats1.2.1 AWS managed security services that detect threats - In this episode, we dive into AWS Managed Security Services, a crucial topic for those preparing for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. Key services discussed include Amazon GuardDuty for continuous threat monitoring, AWS Security Hub for centralizing findings, Amazon Inspector for vulnerability management, Amazon Macie for sensitive data discovery, AWS Config for compliance monitoring, and IAM Access Analyzer for detecting unintended permissions. We outline how each service detects threats, integrates with other AWS tools, and automates incident response through services like EventBridge and Lambda. The episode also highlights best...
2025-09-1809 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.2 Detect security threats and anomalies by using AWS services.1.2 Detect security threats and anomalies by using AWS services. - In this episode, we break down how AWS engineers can detect security threats and anomalies using the latest AWS managed security services like GuardDuty, Security Hub, Macie, Inspector, and Detective. We explore techniques for correlating security data across multiple AWS services, combining alerts and behaviors to reduce false positives and uncover real risks. Listeners will learn the value of creating centralized dashboards and visualizations with tools like CloudWatch and QuickSight, making it easy to spot unusual activity and prioritize investigations. We cover strategies for centralizing security findings across accounts and...
2025-09-1811 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.9 Configuring integrations with native AWS services and third-party services (for example, by using Amazon EventBridge and the ASFF)1.1.9 Configuring integrations with native AWS services and third-party services for example, by using Amazon EventBridge and the ASFF - In this episode, we dive into the vital topic of configuring integrations between native AWS services and third-party tools, a key focus of the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. We explore how AWS Security Finding Format ASFF standardizes security event data, enabling AWS services like Security Hub, GuardDuty, and Macie to seamlessly share information and coordinate responses. Amazon EventBridge takes center stage as the event-driven backbone, routing findings to automated workflows such as Lambda functions for quick remediation or...
2025-09-1810 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.8 Deploying security services (for example, AWS Security Hub, Amazon Macie, Amazon GuardDuty, Amazon Inspector, AWS Config, Amazon Detective, AWS Identity and Access Management Access Analyzer)1.1.8 Deploying security services for example, AWS Security Hub, Amazon Macie, Amazon GuardDuty, Amazon Inspector, AWS Config, Amazon Detective, AWS Identity and Access Management Access Analyzer - The AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam emphasizes the deployment and integration of key AWS security services, including Security Hub, Macie, GuardDuty, Inspector, Config, Detective, and IAM Access Analyzer. These tools provide essential capabilities for threat detection, sensitive data protection, vulnerability management, configuration auditing, incident investigation, and access analysis within AWS environments. Effective deployment involves enabling these services, integrating their findings for centralized managementoften using AWS Organizations and EventBridgeand automating responses with tools...
2025-09-1810 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.7 Designing and implementing playbooks and runbooks for responses to security incidents1.1.7 Designing and implementing playbooks and runbooks for responses to security incidents - In this episode, we explore how to design and implement playbooks and runbooks for responding to security incidents in AWSan essential topic for those preparing for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam. Playbooks provide high-level, strategic guidance for various security incidents, mapping out roles, responsibilities, and communication plans for a coordinated response. Runbooks, on the other hand, translate playbooks into step-by-step technical procedures, often leveraging AWS automation tools like Lambda, Systems Manager, and EventBridge for efficient and error-free responses. Effective incident response hinges on standardization, automation...
2025-09-1814 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.6 Isolating AWS resources1.1.6 Isolating AWS resources - Isolating AWS resources is a vital part of cloud incident response, designed to quickly contain security threats and minimize damage in AWS environments. This process involves segregating compromised assets, such as EC2 instances, RDS databases, or S3 buckets, using network and access controls like security groups and resource policies. Automation through AWS services like Lambda and EventBridge can accelerate isolation, triggered by alerts from tools like GuardDuty and Security Hub. Effective isolation strategies should be tailored to each resource and documented in detailed playbooks, with careful mapping of dependencies to prevent business disruption. Following best practicesincluding...
2025-09-1807 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.5 Implementing credential invalidation and rotation strategies in response to compromises (for example, by using AWS Identity and Access Management [IAM] and AWS Secrets Manager)1.1.5 Implementing credential invalidation and rotation strategies in response to compromises for example, by using AWS Identity and Access Management IAM and AWS Secrets Manager - In this episode, we explore the critical topic of credential invalidation and rotation in response to security compromises, as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide. We explain how, when credentials like IAM access keys or secrets are compromised, its essential to quickly invalidate and replace themusing services such as AWS Identity and Access Management IAM and AWS Secrets Manager. Detection tools like GuardDuty and CloudTrail play a key role in...
2025-09-1810 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.4 AWS Security Finding Format (ASFF)1.1.4 AWS Security Finding Format ASFF - In this episode, we break down the AWS Security Finding Format ASFF, a crucial topic for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, specifically under Task Statement 1.1 Designing and Implementing an Incident Response IR Plan. ASFF is a standardized JSON schema that unifies security findings from AWS services like GuardDuty, Inspector, and Macie, as well as third-party tools, making it easier to automate and coordinate security responses. Through Security Hub, ASFF findings enable centralized threat detection and seamless incident response workflows, helping security teams quickly prioritize, act on, and remediate threats. The ASFF...
2025-09-1810 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.3 Roles and responsibilities in the incident response plan1.1.3 Roles and responsibilities in the incident response plan - In this episode, we dive into key insights from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide, focusing on the critical task of designing and implementing an effective incident response plan in cloud environments. The guide stresses the importance of clearly defined roles and responsibilitiessuch as Incident Response Managers, Security Analysts, Cloud Engineers, Forensic Investigators, Communication Leads, and Executive Stakeholdersto ensure swift and coordinated action during a security incident. Each role carries specific duties, from detecting threats with AWS Security Hub and GuardDuty to isolating resources, managing communications, and preserving...
2025-09-1810 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.2 Cloud incidents1.1.2 Cloud incidents - In this episode, we dive into the essential topic of cloud incidents as covered by the AWS Certified Security Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide. Cloud incidents in AWS involve unauthorized access, data breaches, denial-of-service attacks, malware, configuration drift, and insider threats, all of which can compromise the security and availability of cloud resources. Unlike traditional on-premises incidents, cloud incidents are shaped by AWSs shared responsibility model, highly dynamic infrastructure, and reliance on automation, making effective detection and response uniquely challenging. The potential impacts include data loss, service disruption, financial costs, reputational damage, and compliance issuesrequiring a robust response...
2025-09-1809 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.1 AWS best practices for incident response1.1.1 AWS best practices for incident response - In this episode, we explore AWS best practices for incident response, a critical skill for securing cloud environments. Successful incident response in AWS starts with a clear plan that defines roles, documents procedures, and utilizes AWS tools like Security Hub, GuardDuty, and Detective for centralized threat detection and management. Preparation is key AWS recommends enabling comprehensive logging, enforcing least privilege access, protecting credentials, and routinely testing your procedures through simulations. When incidents occur, automating containment and remediation using services like Lambda and EventBridge is vital for swift recovery, alongside isolating compromised resources and...
2025-09-1809 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1 Design and implement an incident response plan.1.1 Design and implement an incident response plan. - In this episode, we dive deep into designing and implementing effective incident response IR plans for AWS cloud environments, covering Task Statement 1.1 from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam. We explore AWS best practices aligned with frameworks like NIST 800-61, emphasizing preparation, detection, containment, eradication, recovery, and lessons learned through automated and scalable workflows. Listeners will learn the nuances of cloud-specific incidentssuch as credential compromise, data breaches, and DDoS attacksand how to rapidly contain threats by isolating resources and rotating credentials using AWS IAM and Secrets Manager. The episode breaks down...
2025-09-1812 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.5 Implementing credential invalidation and rotation strategies in response to compromises (for example, by using AWS Identity and Access Management [IAM] and AWS Secrets Manager)1.1.5 Implementing credential invalidation and rotation strategies in response to compromises for example, by using AWS Identity and Access Management IAM and AWS Secrets Manager - In this episode, we explore the critical topic of credential invalidation and rotation in response to security compromises, as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide. We explain how, when credentials like IAM access keys or secrets are compromised, its essential to quickly invalidate and replace themusing services such as AWS Identity and Access Management IAM and AWS Secrets Manager. Detection tools like GuardDuty and CloudTrail play a key role in...
2025-09-1710 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.4 AWS Security Finding Format (ASFF)1.1.4 AWS Security Finding Format ASFF - In this episode, we break down the AWS Security Finding Format ASFF, a crucial topic for the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 exam, specifically under Task Statement 1.1 Designing and Implementing an Incident Response IR Plan. ASFF is a standardized JSON schema that unifies security findings from AWS services like GuardDuty, Inspector, and Macie, as well as third-party tools, making it easier to automate and coordinate security responses. Through Security Hub, ASFF findings enable centralized threat detection and seamless incident response workflows, helping security teams quickly prioritize, act on, and remediate threats. The ASFF...
2025-09-1710 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1.3 Roles and responsibilities in the incident response plan1.1.3 Roles and responsibilities in the incident response plan - In this episode, we dive into key insights from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide, focusing on the critical task of designing and implementing an effective incident response plan in cloud environments. The guide stresses the importance of clearly defined roles and responsibilitiessuch as Incident Response Managers, Security Analysts, Cloud Engineers, Forensic Investigators, Communication Leads, and Executive Stakeholdersto ensure swift and coordinated action during a security incident. Each role carries specific duties, from detecting threats with AWS Security Hub and GuardDuty to isolating resources, managing communications, and preserving...
2025-09-1710 min
AWS Certified Security Specialist Podcast1.1 Design and implement an incident response plan.1.1 Design and implement an incident response plan. - In this episode, we dive deep into designing and implementing effective incident response IR plans for AWS cloud environments, covering Task Statement 1.1 from the AWS Certified Security - Specialty exam. We explore AWS best practices aligned with frameworks like NIST 800-61, emphasizing preparation, detection, containment, eradication, recovery, and lessons learned through automated and scalable workflows. Listeners will learn the nuances of cloud-specific incidentssuch as credential compromise, data breaches, and DDoS attacksand how to rapidly contain threats by isolating resources and rotating credentials using AWS IAM and Secrets Manager. The episode breaks down...
2025-09-1212 min
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This podcast explores AWS best practices for designing and implementing an effective incident response plan, as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide. Learn how to create a structured, proactive approach using AWS services like Security Hub, GuardDuty, and Detective to detect, contain, and recover from security incidents. Discover the importance of defining roles, automating remediation with Lambda and EventBridge, and enabling comprehensive logging with CloudTrail and CloudWatch. The episode also covers post-incident activities, such as documenting lessons learned and preserving forensic artifacts, to enhance resilience. Perfect...
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This podcast explores AWS best practices for designing and implementing an effective incident response plan, as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide. Learn how to create a structured, proactive approach using AWS services like Security Hub, GuardDuty, and Detective to detect, contain, and recover from security incidents. Discover the importance of defining roles, automating remediation with Lambda and EventBridge, and enabling comprehensive logging with CloudTrail and CloudWatch. The episode also covers post-incident activities, such as documenting lessons learned and preserving forensic artifacts, to enhance resilience. Perfect...
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This podcast explores AWS best practices for designing and implementing an effective incident response plan, as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty SCS-C02 Exam Guide. Learn how to create a structured, proactive approach using AWS services like Security Hub, GuardDuty, and Detective to detect, contain, and recover from security incidents. Discover the importance of defining roles, automating remediation with Lambda and EventBridge, and enabling comprehensive logging with CloudTrail and CloudWatch. The episode also covers post-incident activities, such as documenting lessons learned and preserving forensic artifacts, to enhance resilience. Perfect...
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This podcast explores AWS best practices for designing and implementing an effective incident response plan, as outlined in the AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02) Exam Guide. Learn how to create a structured, proactive approach using AWS services like Security Hub, GuardDuty, and Detective to detect, contain, and recover from security incidents. Discover the importance of defining roles, automating remediation with Lambda and EventBridge, and enabling comprehensive logging with CloudTrail and CloudWatch. The episode also covers post-incident activities, such as documenting lessons learned and preserving forensic artifacts, to enhance...
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