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AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02): Threat Detection and Incident Response

Detecting and responding to security threats is critical for protecting AWS environments. This course will teach you how to detect threats and respond to incidents as you prepare for the AWS Certified Security Specialty exam.

Intermediate
1h 10m
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Created by Chris Jackson

Last Updated Sep 04, 2025

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AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02): Threat Detection and Incident Response

Detecting and responding to security threats is critical for protecting AWS environments. This course will teach you how to detect threats and respond to incidents as you prepare for the AWS Certified Security Specialty exam.

Intermediate
1h 10m
(0)

Created by Chris Jackson

Last Updated Sep 04, 2025

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What you'll learn

Effectively detecting and responding to security incidents in AWS requires a deep understanding of the tools, processes, and services involved. In this course, AWS Certified Security – Specialty (SCS-C02): Threat Detection and Incident Response, you’ll gain the ability to identify threats and take decisive action to secure AWS workloads. First, you’ll explore how to design and implement an incident response plan using AWS security services and integrations. Next, you’ll discover how to detect security threats and anomalies using AWS-native tools like GuardDuty, Athena, and CloudWatch. Finally, you’ll learn how to respond to compromised resources by automating remediation, performing root cause analysis, and preserving forensic data. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of AWS threat detection and incident response needed to prepare for the AWS Certified Security – Specialty exam.

AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02): Threat Detection and Incident Response
Intermediate
1h 10m
(0)
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Chris Jackson - Pluralsight course - AWS Certified Security - Specialty (SCS-C02): Threat Detection and Incident Response
Chris Jackson
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Chris Jackson is a cybersecurity professional with years of experience in identifying security incidents, securing applications and security training. Over the years, he has tested web applications for vulnerabilities, helped deploy SIEM platforms and more. He is passionate about teaching cybersecurity and committed to learning new technologies.

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