A prerequisite to the DevOps Engineer certification, our AWS SysOps Associate course provides an overview of AWS networking and security. The skills you learn will enhance your ability to leverage AWS resources and services in the most efficient way.
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AWS SysOps Associate
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Course overview
Master AWS operations with our SysOps Associate course
This Amazon Web Services (AWS) course will give you technical expertise in deploying, managing and operating fault-tolerant systems. It will explain how to choose the most appropriate and cost-effective cloud services and manage full-scale production operations on AWS.
Learning objectives
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
- Deploy, manage and operate systems on AWS
- Migrate an existing on-premises application to AWS
- Ensure data integrity and security on AWS technology
- Select the appropriate AWS service
- Identify appropriate use of AWS operational best practices
- Understand operational cost control mechanisms
- Estimate AWS usage costs
What you'll learn
Gain key insights into AWS systems, from deployment and management to troubleshooting in live environments. This course provides the essential tools and knowledge for a successful career in cloud operations.
Monitoring and metrics
Understanding metrics and implementing effective monitoring are key skills for optimising performance, troubleshooting efficiently, and ensuring a smooth user experience. On this course, you’ll learn to set up and use AWS monitoring tools to gain detailed insights into your systems’ health and performance. Explore how to configure custom alarms and notifications to help you proactively identify and resolve potential issues before they impact users.
Networking
Gain a deep understanding of networking within AWS, a critical component for managing secure and scalable cloud environments. The course covers concepts such as virtual private clouds (VPCs), subnets, routing, and security groups, equipping you to design and troubleshoot effective network architectures. You’ll also learn about network access control and how to set up and maintain a reliable, efficient network within the AWS ecosystem.
Security and data management
The SysOps Administrator course places a strong emphasis on security and data management, helping you to implement robust protections and compliance controls. You’ll learn to manage access using identity and access management (IAM) and to safeguard sensitive data through encryption and secure storage practices. The course also covers strategies for disaster recovery, enabling you to manage data securely while minimising downtime and data loss risks.
Deployment and provisioning
Master the skills needed for effective deployment and provisioning in AWS environments. You’ll learn about tools like AWS CloudFormation, which allows you to automate resource deployment, for faster and more efficient complex cloud infrastructures creation and management. The course also covers best practice guidance for provisioning and deploying applications, ensuring they are scalable, reliable, and aligned with operational needs.
What's included
- AWS SysOps Associate training
- Three simulation exams (60 questions each)
- 16 live demos and practice assignments
FAQs
With this course, you’ll develop the core skills needed to manage, operate and troubleshoot systems on AWS, and advance your cloud career.
What is the AWS SysOps Associate course?
This course is designed to build the technical skills needed to deploy, manage, and troubleshoot AWS systems effectively. You will learn how to monitor system performance, secure data, optimise network operations, and manage system deployments. Once complete, you will be well equipped to handle real-world challenges in cloud operations, making you a valuable asset for any organisation using AWS.
What are the prerequisites for the AWS SysOps Associate course?
Before you commence this training, you must have:
- Completed the AWS Technical Essentials course or have significant hands-on professional experience in operating AWS-based applications
- Experience in provisioning, operating, and maintaining systems running on AWS
- The ability to define a solution to be built and operated on AWS
- Capabilities to provide AWS operations and deployment guidance and best practices throughout the lifecycle of a project
How do I achieve my completion certificate for this course?
To achieve official certification, you will need to book and pass the AWS SysOps Administrator Associate exam available on the AWS website.
ILX does not offer this exam, but you can unlock your completion certificate for this course if you:
Complete 85% of the course
Complete one project and one simulation test with a minimum score of 60%
How long will have to complete the course?
This course is available through our partner, Simplilearn. You will have 12 months online access to your eLearning, these course materials are expected to take 12 hours to complete.
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