# AWS Certified Security-Specialty (SCS-C02) > Join Edoxi’s 24-40-hour Online AWS SCS C02 Training. Develop fundamental knowledge in AWS security concepts. Enrol now to earn AWS SCS-C02 Certification. ## Course Details - Rating: 4.9/5 (100 reviews) - Category: Cloud Computing - Sub-Category: AWS ## Course Introduction Edoxi’s 3 to 5-day Online AWS Certified Security Specialty (SCS-C02) Training combines theoretical security concepts with extensive hands-on activities to qualify you for AWS Certified Security Specialty certification. Learn AWS Identity Centre, cloud security, identity management, data protection, and incident response. Boost your organisation’s functioning and enhance your team's capabilities. Enrol Now! ## Course Overview - Delivery Modes: Online - Course Duration: 40 Hours - Corporate Days: 5 Days - Learners Enrolled: 100+ - Modules: 3 ## What Do You Learn from Edoxi's AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C02) Course **AWS Cloud Security Overview** You learn to understand the AWS Shared Responsibility Model and apply the security pillars of the Well-Architected framework. You also develop the ability to design secure and compliant cloud environments aligned with AWS best practices. **IAM Authentication & Authorisation** You learn to implement IAM policies, AWS Identity Centre, and Amazon Cognito for secure user access. You also gain the ability to build robust authentication and authorisation workflows across cloud applications. **Secrets Management** You learn to secure sensitive information using AWS Secrets Manager and enforce strong credential management practices. You also develop the skills to protect configuration data with automated secret rotation and access controls. **Data Encryption & Protection** You learn to deploy encryption using AWS KMS and secure data stored in S3 with advanced security controls. You also gain the ability to design end-to-end data protection strategies for confidential and regulated workloads. **Infrastructure Edge Security** You learn to configure AWS WAF, Shield, Network Firewall, and VPC security groups to safeguard cloud resources. You also build the capability to defend applications from external threats through layered security controls. **Monitoring & Incident Response** You learn to use AWS Security Hub, GuardDuty, and CloudTrail to monitor cloud activity and detect threats. You also acquire the skills to establish strong incident response procedures for rapid investigation and mitigation. ## Key Features of Edoxi's AWS Certified Security-Specialty (SCS-C02) Training **Hands-on AWS Security Labs** You implement security controls directly in real AWS environments using dedicated lab access. You also gain practical experience configuring, testing, and validating cloud security measures in live setups. **Official AWS Training Materials** You get access to official AWS documentation, white papers, and lab guides for accurate and trusted learning. You also learn through structured content designed to support certification and real-world security practice. **Interactive Security Use Cases** You learn through group discussions and demonstrations based on real-world AWS security scenarios. You also gain the ability to analyse implementation challenges and apply the correct security solutions. **Technical Security Assessments** You can identify security vulnerabilities through hands-on assessments. You also develop the skills needed to remediate issues and strengthen AWS environments effectively. **Incident Response Simulations** You develop and execute incident response procedures for common AWS security events. You also gain confidence in handling threats using AWS monitoring and detection tools. **Security Architecture Workshops** You design secure AWS architectures following best practices and the AWS Well-Architected Framework. You also build the capability to implement scalable and compliant security designs for cloud workloads. ## AWS SCS C02 Course Modules ### Module 1: Security Overview and Review **Chapter 1.1: Introduction to Security in AWS Cloud** - Lesson 1.1.1: Explain Security in the AWS Cloud - Lesson 1.1.2: Explain AWS Shared Responsibility Model - Lesson 1.1.3: Summarise IAM, Data Protection, and Threat Detection and Response **Chapter 1.2: Interacting with AWS** - Lesson 1.2.1: State the different ways to interact with AWS using the console, CLI, and SDKs - Lesson 1.2.2: Describe how to use MFA for extra protection - Lesson 1.2.3: State how to protect the root user account and access keys ### Module 2: Securing Entry Points on AWS **Chapter 2.1: Strengthening Account Access** - Lesson 2.1.1: Describe how to use multi-factor authentication (MFA) for extra protection - Lesson 2.1.2: Describe how to protect the root user account and access keys **Chapter 2.2: Managing IAM Policies and Access Logs** - Lesson 2.2.1: Describe IAM policies, roles, policy components, and permission boundaries - Lesson 2.2.2: Explain how API requests can be logged and viewed using AWS CloudTrail and how to view and analyse access history ### Module 3: Account Management and Provisioning on AWS **Chapter 3.1: Managing Multiple AWS Accounts** - Lesson 3.1.1: Explain how to manage multiple AWS accounts using AWS Organisations and AWS Control Tower - Lesson 3.1.2: Explain how to implement multi-account environments with AWS Control Tower **Chapter 3.2: Identity Providers and Directory Services** - Lesson 3.2.1: Demonstrate the ability to use identity providers and brokers to acquire access to AWS services - Lesson 3.2.2: Explain the use of AWS IAM Identity Centre (successor to AWS Single Sign-On) and AWS Directory Service - Lesson 3.2.3: Demonstrate the ability to manage domain user access with the Directory Service and IAM Identity Centre ### Module 4: Secrets Management on AWS **Chapter 4.1: AWS Secrets and Key Management Services** - Lesson 4.1.1: Describe and list the features of AWS KMS, CloudHSM, AWS Certificate Manager (ACM), and AWS Secrets Manager - Lesson 4.1.2: Demonstrate how to create a multi-region AWS KMS key - Lesson 4.1.3: Demonstrate how to encrypt a Secrets Manager secret with an AWS KMS key - Lesson 4.1.4: Demonstrate how to use an encrypted secret to connect to an Amazon RDS database in multiple AWS Regions ### Module 5: Data Security **Chapter 5.1: Protecting Data and Ensuring Privacy** - Lesson 5.1.1: Monitor data for sensitive information with Amazon Macie - Lesson 5.1.2: Describe how to protect data at rest through encryption and access controls - Lesson 5.1.3: Identify AWS services used to replicate data for protection - Lesson 5.1.4: Determine how to protect data after it has been archived ### Module 6: Infrastructure Edge Protection **Chapter 6.1: Building Secure and Resilient Infrastructure** - Lesson 6.1.1: Describe the AWS features used to build secure infrastructure - Lesson 6.1.2: Describe the AWS services used to create resiliency during an attack - Lesson 6.1.3: Identify the AWS services used to protect workloads from external threats - Lesson 6.1.4: Compare the features of AWS Shield and AWS Shield Advanced - Lesson 6.1.5: Explain how centralised deployment for AWS Firewall Manager can enhance security ### Module 7: Monitoring and Collecting Logs on AWS **Chapter 7.1: Security Monitoring and Analysis** - Lesson 7.1.1: Identify the value of generating and collecting logs - Lesson 7.1.2: Use Amazon VPC Flow Logs to monitor for security events - Lesson 7.1.3: Explain how to monitor for baseline deviations - Lesson 7.1.4: Describe Amazon EventBridge events - Lesson 7.1.5: Describe Amazon CloudWatch metrics and alarms - Lesson 7.1.6: List log analysis options and available techniques - Lesson 7.1.7: Identify use cases for using VPC Traffic Mirroring ### Module 8: Responding to Threats **Chapter 8.1: Incident Response on AWS** - Lesson 8.1.1: Classify incident types in incident response - Lesson 8.1.2: Understand incident response workflows - Lesson 8.1.3: Discover sources of information for incident response using AWS services - Lesson 8.1.4: Understand how to prepare for incidents - Lesson 8.1.5: Detect threats using AWS services - Lesson 8.1.6: Analyse and respond to security findings ## AWS Certified Security-Specialty (SCS-C02) Course Outcomes and Career Opportunities Pursuing Edoxi’s AWS Security-Specialty course provides a structured pathway to advanced cloud security roles with strong global demand. These roles are expanding rapidly as organisations migrate critical workloads to AWS and require specialised security expertise. Here are the major course outcomes - You can design and implement secure AWS architectures by applying the AWS Well-Architected Framework, security pillars, and best practices. - You manage authentication and authorisation using IAM, AWS Identity Centre, and Amazon Cognito to build strong access control systems. - You learn to secure sensitive information with AWS Secrets Manager and apply best practices for credential protection and secret rotation. - You can implement data protection using AWS KMS, encryption strategies, and S3 security controls for compliance-ready environments. - You configure edge security controls such as AWS WAF, Shield, Network Firewall, and VPC security groups for threat prevention. - You monitor security risks using Security Hub, GuardDuty, CloudTrail, and other detection tools for continuous threat monitoring. ## Career Opportunities After Our AWS Security – Specialty Certification AWS Security Engineer, Cloud Security Specialist, Security Architect (AWS-focused), AWS Security Consultant, Cloud Security Analyst, DevSecOps Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Security Engineer, Identity & Access Management (IAM) Specialist, Cloud Compliance & Governance Officer, AWS Threat Detection & Response Analyst, Cloud Risk & Vulnerability Analyst, Cybersecurity Engineer (Cloud Security) ## About This Course ## About Our Online AWS Certified Security-Specialty (SCS-C02) Course Edoxi’s 24-40-hour AWS Certified Security- Specialty course helps professionals strengthen their cloud security skills. Our AWS SCS C02 course teaches you how to protect critical workloads in AWS environments. It is suitable for people working in cloud engineering, cybersecurity, DevOps, auditing, and IT infrastructure. You learn the essential AWS security skills needed in today’s cloud-driven market. Our AWS Certified Security-Specialty training helps you secure cloud deployments, maintain compliance, and respond to security threats with confidence. Our AWS Security Specialty training offers hands-on learning in real AWS environments. You join instructor-led sessions and practical labs. You learn to implement identity and access controls using AWS Identity Centre. You also apply encryption with AWS KMS and secure data across AWS storage services.  Our AWS Certified Security-Specialty classes teach you how to configure AWS WAF, Shield, and GuardDuty to protect workloads. These activities help you apply AWS security best practices in real cloud scenarios. Edoxi’s AWS SCS C02 training also prepares you for the AWS Certified Security-Specialty exam. Our AWS Certified Security-Specialty certification validates your ability to secure AWS workloads, detect threats, and build secure cloud architectures at scale. Here are the details of the AWS SCS C02 certification exam: Exam Criteria Details Exam Code SCS-C02 Exam Name AWS Certified Security-Specialty Duration 170 minutes Number of Questions 65, Multiple Choice Passing Score 750/1000 Fees 300 USD Certification Validity 3 YEARS Recertification Retake the exam Exam Administration Authority Amazon Web Services (AWS)   Edoxi’s AWS Certified Security-Specialty(SCS-C02) certification prepares you to work in large-scale cloud environments. It focuses on security, governance, and compliance frameworks. The curriculum follows modern industry needs. It ensures you stay competitive as more companies move critical workloads to AWS and require certified security specialists. Read More ## Who Can Join Edoxi’s Online AWS SCS C02 Course? **Security Engineers and Architects** Professionals responsible for designing and implementing cloud security solutions. **Cloud Architects** Technical experts designing resilient and secure AWS infrastructure deployments. **Cloud Operators** Professionals managing the day-to-day operations of AWS cloud environments. **Working Professionals Across Global Segments** Industry practitioners seeking specialised AWS security knowledge for global deployments. ## Hands-on Activities Involved in the AWS Certified Security-Specialty(SCS-C02) Course Edoxi’s 3 to 5-day AWS Certified Security-Specialty Course provides extensive hands-on lab sessions. Classroom activities include use case presentations, group discussions, and technical demonstrations of essential AWS security services. Here are the major activities in the AWS Security-Specialty course **Using Identity and Resource-Based Policies** You learn to design and implement IAM policies to secure AWS resources. According to the principle of least privilege, while enabling appropriate access for different user types. **Managing Domain User Access with AWS Directory Service** You learn to configure AWS Directory Service to integrate with domain users. You can also implement secure authentication and authorisation for enterprise environments. **Using AWS KMS to Encrypt Secrets in Secrets Manager** You learn to configure AWS KMS to create and manage encryption keys. You also learn to integrate with AWS Secrets Manager to securely store and retrieve sensitive information. **Data Security in Amazon S3** You learn to implement multiple layers of security for Amazon S3 buckets, including bucket policies, encryption, versioning, access logging, and lifecycle policies. **Using AWS WAF to Mitigate Malicious Traffic** You can deploy AWS WAF to protect web applications from common attack vectors. You learn to create custom rules to filter malicious traffic patterns. **Monitoring for and Responding to Security Incidents** learn to configure a comprehensive security monitoring solution using CloudTrail, GuardDuty, and Security Hub for threat detection and analysis. ## AWS Certified Security-Specialty (SCS-C02) Training Options **Live Online Training** - 24/40-hour of Interactive Q&A Sessions - Flexible Scheduling for Professionals - Real-Time Virtual Lab Access - Session Recordings for Revision **Corporate Training** - 3 to 5 Days of Tailored Training Duration - Customised Content for Business Team Requirement - On-Site / Edoxi Office / Hotel Delivery Options - Fly-Me-a-Trainer Option Available ## How to Get the AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C02) Certification Here’s a four-step guide to becoming a Security – Specialty (SCS-C02) professional. 1. Join Edoxi's AWS Certified Security-Specialty Certification Training. 2. Attend Our Expert-led AWS Security-Specialty Training. 3. Complete hands-on projects and the Post-Assessment test conducted by Edoxi. 4. Earn Edoxi's AWS Certified Security-Specialty course completion certification. ## Why Choose Edoxi for the Online AWS Security – Specialty (SCS-C02) Course? Edoxi’s 24/40-hour AWS Security Training equips you with the essential skills to design, implement, and manage security controls across AWS cloud environments. Here are the major reasons why professionals and organisations choose Edoxi for AWS Security Training **Global Training Expertise** Edoxi has a strong training presence across the UAE, Qatar, the UK, and Kuwait, delivering high-quality professional courses throughout Asia, Europe, and Africa. Our global footprint ensures that learners receive internationally aligned cloud security training. **AWS Certified Trainers with Real-World Experience** Our instructors hold the latest AWS certifications and bring extensive hands-on experience from actual production security environments. Learners gain practical insights and industry-relevant cloud security expertise. **Comprehensive Cloud Security Course Portfolio** We offer a broad range of cloud and cybersecurity programmes designed to build multi-platform skill sets. This allows learners to expand their capabilities across AWS, Azure, and other major security frameworks. **Proven Corporate Training Success** Edoxi has an impressive track record of delivering customised training for government entities, private organisations, and large enterprises. Our industry partnerships highlight our reliability and training excellence. **Customisable Training Options** Edoxi offers fully customisable AWS Security-Specialty (SCS-C02) training, allowing learners to tailor the course modules, pace, and lab intensity based on their skill level and organisational security needs. **Lab-Focused, Practical Learning** Edoxi’s AWS Security courses prioritise hands-on learning. Learners train in pre-configured AWS environments, enabling them to practise real security implementations and build job-ready cloud security skills. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What are the prerequisites for Edoxi’s AWS Security Training?** A: For the 5-day comprehensive course, no prerequisites are required as Edoxi covers all fundamental AWS and security concepts. The accelerated 3-day format requires AWS Security Essentials or Architecting on AWS and basic IT security knowledge. **Q: Can I join Edoxi’s AWS Security Training if I’m new to AWS?** A: Yes. The 5-day version is ideal for beginners and includes foundational AWS topics before moving into security concepts. The 3-day version is best suited for those with prior AWS experience. **Q: How is Edoxi’s AWS Security Training structured?** A: The programme blends theory with intensive hands-on lab sessions. Learners work directly in AWS environments, supported by demos, discussions, and real-world use cases. **Q: Will I get access to AWS resources for hands-on virtual labs during Edoxi’s AWS Security course?** A: Yes. All participants receive full AWS subscription access for virtual labs, allowing them to implement security controls in real cloud setups. **Q: What hands-on experience will I gain during Edoxi’s AWS Security Training?** A: You will work on AWS IAM, KMS encryption, securing S3 buckets, configuring AWS WAF, and developing monitoring solutions using GuardDuty, CloudTrail, and Security Hub. **Q: Is Edoxi’s AWS Security Training more hands-on or theory-based?** A: The course is primarily hands-on. Most modules involve directly implementing, analysing, and testing AWS security controls. **Q: How does Edoxi’s AWS Security Training help me prepare for the AWS Certified Security-Specialty exam?** A: Edoxi’s curriculum aligns with the SCS-C02 exam domains. The course includes practice questions, exam-oriented labs, and guided preparation to build both theoretical and practical readiness. **Q: Do I need to take the AWS Security-Specialty exam immediately after completing the course?** A: No. You can schedule your exam at any time through Pearson VUE. The training equips you with strong skills and confidence to take the exam when ready. **Q: Is this course suitable for cybersecurity professionals transitioning to cloud security?** A: Yes. IT and cybersecurity professionals gain essential cloud-native security expertise required for AWS-focused security roles. **Q: What career opportunities does Edoxi’s AWS Security certification open for me?** A: Learners typically pursue roles such as Cloud Security Engineer, AWS Security Specialist, Security Analyst (Cloud), DevSecOps Engineer, and Cloud Infrastructure Security Engineer. **Q: What is the expected average salary range after earning the AWS Certified Security-Specialty certification?** A: AWS Security-certified professionals commonly earn between USD 125,000–180,000 per year, depending on experience and job role. ## Trainer - Name: Manish Rajpal - Designation: Corporate Trainer Manish is a passionate Corporate Trainer, AI Consultant, and Cloud Solutions Architect. He empowers clients across the globe to build and maintain highly available, resilient, scalable, and secure solutions, now with a growing emphasis on AI-powered architectures. With over 15,000 professionals trained, Manish specialises in technologies including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Copilot and GitHub Copilot and increasingly, AI and Machine Learning. Manish has led research and workshops focused on integrating AI into cloud environments, exploring use cases like intelligent automation, natural language processing, and responsible AI practices. ## Enrol in This Course - Course URL: https://www.edoxi.com/aws-security-specialty-course - Phone: +971 43801666 - Email: info@edoxi.com