We are going to be talking about AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM) beginning with this post. If you have read through the previous two AWS posts then you should have already set up a labuser account and admin group.
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Securing The AWS Root User Account Part 1
A new AWS account will include a root user account that will be initially configured with a single sign-in identity. This account will be able to access all AWS services and resources and it must be protected. It is considered best practice to not use this account for our everyday tasks. This includes administrative tasks which should be completed via an IAM User with administrative privileges.
continue readingDocker 101 – Installation Of Docker
We are going to introduce Docker in this post. Our goal in the Docker series will be to first demonstrate installation of Docker, configuration of the Docker hub, Docker images, and the Docker file to show how to create your own images.
continue readingSetting Up A New AWS Account
We recommend that readers set up an AWS account that can be used to practice skills discussed in these blog posts. The account will provide a lab environment to practice the skills needed to become proficient as a cloud security engineer or administrator.
continue readingThe Shared Responsibility Model
In this post we will discuss the Shared Responsibility Model and how AWS shares security responsibilities with their customers. This is one of the most important concepts for us to understand in working with the cloud. AWS is responsible for securing the underlying infrastructure that supports cloud services. Customers are responsible for securing anything they put into the cloud or connect to the cloud. The customer’s responsibility is often referred to as “Security in the Cloud” and AWS’ as “Security of the Cloud”.
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Cloud Security Essentials 