AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate

Administrators need to understand subnets, route tables, internet gateways, NAT gateways, security groups, and network access control lists.

They may also troubleshoot connectivity between application components, external networks, and AWS services.

A well-configured network helps applications communicate securely and reliably.

Security and Access Management

Security is an essential part of AWS administration. AWS Identity and Access Management helps organizations control who can access resources and what actions they can perform.

Administrators should understand users, roles, policies, permissions, and least-privilege access.

Security groups and network controls can help protect workloads, while encryption and logging can provide additional protection for data and infrastructure.

Security should be continuously reviewed because incorrect permissions or configurations can create unnecessary risks.

Backup and Disaster Recovery

Cloud administrators are responsible for protecting important data and ensuring systems can rec