As businesses increasingly migrate their infrastructure and applications to the cloud, the demand for skilled professionals who can design, deploy, and manage secure and efficient network architectures on AWS has never been higher. This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to become a proficient AWS cloud networking and security specialist.

Throughout this course, we will explore the essential concepts of networking within the AWS environment, including Virtual Private Cloud (VPC), subnets, route tables, internet gateways, security groups, and network access control lists (ACLs). We will also dive into advanced networking concepts such as VPC peering, VPN connections, and Direct Connect, which enable seamless connectivity between AWS and on-premises environments.

In parallel, we will place a strong emphasis on securing cloud-based resources. Cloud security is of paramount importance, and understanding the various security features and best practices on AWS is crucial to safeguarding sensitive data and maintaining compliance with industry standards.

Course Objectives: By the end of this course, you will:

1. Understand the core networking components and services offered by AWS.
2. Learn how to design, implement, and manage virtual private clouds (VPCs) to create isolated network environments.
3. Gain proficiency in setting up subnets, routing, and internet gateways for seamless connectivity.
4. Master the art of securing AWS resources using security groups, network access control lists (ACLs), and AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies.
5. Explore advanced networking topics like VPC peering, VPN connections, and Direct Connect to extend on-premises networks to the cloud.
6. Get hands-on experience in configuring network security, monitoring, and logging mechanisms to ensure a robust security posture.
7. Be equipped to tackle common networking and security challenges encountered in real-world AWS implementations.
8. Prepare for relevant AWS certifications related to networking and security.