Course Description

Course Overview

The Systems Operations on AWS (AWSSYS) course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage and operate systems on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform. Participants will learn about various AWS services and tools that support system operations, including monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting. The course focuses on best practices for system administration, security, and compliance in an AWS environment.

Prerequisites

To enroll in the Systems Operations on AWS course, participants should have:

• Basic knowledge of cloud computing concepts and AWS services
• Familiarity with networking and system administration concepts
• Experience with Linux or Windows command line interfaces
• Understanding of virtualization concepts

Methodology

The course employs a combination of instructor-led training, hands-on labs, group discussions, and real-world scenarios. Participants will engage in interactive lectures, practical exercises, and case studies to gain a solid understanding of system operations on the AWS platform. They will also have access to AWS resources and tools to perform hands-on labs, enabling them to apply their knowledge in a practical setting.

Course Outline

Introduction to Systems Operations on AWS

Overview of AWS services and their roles in system operations

Understanding the AWS Management Console and AWS CLI

Introduction to AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) and security best practices

Systems Operations on AWS: Key Concepts

Designing and deploying scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS

Implementing backup, restore, and disaster recovery solutions

Understanding AWS CloudFormation and infrastructure as code

Monitoring, Logging, and Troubleshooting

Implementing monitoring and logging systems using AWS CloudWatch

Troubleshooting common issues and performing root cause analysis

Utilizing AWS X-Ray for application performance monitoring

Security and Compliance

Applying security best practices for system operations on AWS

Managing access and implementing security controls using AWS IAM

Understanding AWS CloudTrail and compliance frameworks

Networking and Automation

Configuring and managing networking services on AWS

Utilizing AWS Auto Scaling for dynamic capacity management

Implementing automation using AWS Systems Manager

Deployment and Operations

Deploying applications using AWS Elastic Beanstalk and AWS OpsWorks

Managing and operating databases on AWS

Implementing continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines on AWS

Course Outcome

Upon completion of the Systems Operations on AWS course, participants will:

• Have a solid understanding of system operations best practices on the AWS platform
• Possess the knowledge and skills required to manage and operate systems on AWS effectively
• Be prepared to take the AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate exam
• Understand key concepts related to monitoring, logging, troubleshooting, security, and compliance on AWS
• Be proficient in utilizing AWS services and tools for system operations and management
• Have practical experience in performing system administration tasks through hands-on labs and exercises
• Be capable of designing and implementing scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on AWS

Labs

The course includes hands-on labs and exercises that provide participants with practical experience in managing systems on AWS. Participants will have access to AWS resources and tools to perform various tasks, including setting up monitoring and logging systems, troubleshooting issues, configuring security controls, and deploying applications. The labs are designed to reinforce the concepts covered in the course and enhance participants’ practical skills in system operations on AWS.