Course Overview
The AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate (SOA-C02) course by Stalwart Learning equips IT professionals with the skills needed to efficiently deploy, manage, and operate workloads on AWS. This hands-on course focuses on operational excellence, automation, monitoring, and cost optimization. Participants will learn about managing AWS infrastructure, troubleshooting common issues, and implementing best practices for security and compliance. With real-world scenarios and guided labs, this course prepares learners to excel as AWS SysOps Administrators and succeed in the SOA-C02 certification exam.
Duration
24 hours (3 days)
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts.
- Experience in system administration and networking (recommended).
Course Outline
1. Introduction to AWS Operations
- Overview of AWS operational responsibilities
- Understanding AWS management tools
2. Monitoring and Reporting
- CloudWatch: Metrics, alarms, and dashboards
- Logging and auditing with CloudTrail and Config
3. Deployment and Automation
- Infrastructure as Code with CloudFormation and CDK
- Automation with AWS Systems Manager
4. Networking and Security
- VPC configurations and troubleshooting
- IAM roles, policies, and security best practices
5. Managing Compute and Storage
- Managing EC2 instances and Auto Scaling groups
- Optimizing storage with S3, EBS, and FSx
6. Cost Optimization and Compliance
- AWS Trusted Advisor and Cost Explorer
- Ensuring compliance with AWS policies
7. Exam Preparation and Practice Tests
- SOA-C02 exam structure and preparation strategies
- Mock tests with detailed feedback