A tailored course, built for your situation
Mastering CIS Controls for AWS DevOps Engineers
Build unassailable security posture through systematic control implementation
$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning
30-day money-back guarantee
Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Security frameworks feel theoretical, not operational
The situation this course is for
Most engineers encounter CIS Controls as a checklist, not a living system. The gap between control intent and deployable configuration creates rework, inconsistent enforcement, and audit surprises, especially in dynamic AWS environments.
Who this is for
Senior AWS-focused DevOps engineers implementing security at scale
Who this is not for
Entry-level cloud administrators, compliance auditors without technical CLI access, or managers seeking high-level overviews
What you walk away with
- Map all 20 CIS Controls directly to AWS services and configurations
- Automate validation of control compliance using native and open-source tooling
- Produce auditor-ready evidence packages on demand
- Adapt baseline controls to high-velocity deployment pipelines without drift
- Lead internal conversations with authority on control tradeoffs and implementation paths
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. Introduction to CIS Controls in Cloud Contexts
Establish baseline fluency in the structure, purpose, and evolution of the CIS Controls framework, with emphasis on relevance to AWS cloud operations.
12 chapters in this module
- What CIS Controls are
- Why they matter in cloud
- Control structure breakdown
- CIS vs NIST CSF alignment
- CIS vs ISO 27001 mapping
- Version history awareness
- Role of CIS Benchmarks
- Community-driven updates
- Implementation tiers explained
- Control prioritization logic
- Inherent risk assumptions
- How AWS fits the model
Module 2. Account Management and Secure Configuration
Implement foundational account safeguards including multi-account strategy, IAM alignment, and guardrail enforcement.
12 chapters in this module
- AWS Organization setup
- Root account hardening
- IAM user provisioning
- Password policy enforcement
- MFA for all users
- Credential rotation automation
- Suspended default accounts
- User access reviews
- Service account management
- Role-based access control
- Just-in-time access
- CloudTrail integration
Module 3. Secure Network Configuration
Apply CIS network controls to VPC design, subnet architecture, and traffic segmentation.
12 chapters in this module
- VPC design principles
- Public subnet isolation
- Private subnet enforcement
- Flow log activation
- Network ACL defaults
- Default security group rules
- DNS configuration standards
- NAT gateway security
- Subnet tagging policy
- VPC endpoint usage
- Firewall rule documentation
- Cross-VPC access control
Module 4. Compute Hardening with EC2
Translate CIS recommendations into EC2 instance baselines, AMI standards, and launch configurations.
12 chapters in this module
- AMI selection criteria
- Unnecessary service disable
- SSH key management
- Password-based auth disable
- Host-based firewall enable
- Instance metadata settings
- Instance role assignment
- EBS encryption enable
- Instance monitoring
- Instance termination protection
- Resource tagging standards
- Auto-scaling compliance
Module 5. Logging and Monitoring Enforcement
Ensure continuous visibility and audit readiness through centralized logging and alerting.
12 chapters in this module
- CloudTrail enablement
- Trail encryption settings
- Log file validation
- S3 bucket access logging
- Config rule enablement
- Notification for config changes
- GuardDuty activation
- EventBridge for alerts
- Log retention policy
- Cross-account logging
- SIEM integration
- Log integrity checks
Module 6. Data Protection and Encryption
Apply CIS encryption mandates across storage, databases, and backups.
12 chapters in this module
- EBS encryption policy
- S3 bucket encryption
- KMS key management
- SSL for data in transit
- Database encryption
- Backup encryption
- Snapshot access control
- SSE-S3 vs SSE-KMS
- Customer managed keys
- Encryption monitoring
- Key rotation schedule
- Data classification tagging
Module 7. Vulnerability Management and Patching
Implement timely patch cycles and vulnerability detection across instances.
12 chapters in this module
- OS patch policy
- Automated patching enable
- Scan frequency standards
- Vulnerability prioritization
- Instance inventory accuracy
- Third-party software updates
- Baseline drift detection
- Remediation workflows
- Patch compliance reports
- CIS Benchmark tool use
- Inspector activation
- CVE response triage
Module 8. Malware Prevention and Endpoint Security
Integrate endpoint protection consistent with CIS control expectations.
12 chapters in this module
- Antivirus policy
- Host-based IDS setup
- File integrity monitoring
- Rootkit detection
- Malware scan frequency
- EBS volume scanning
- S3 malware scanning
- Instance runtime protection
- Threat feed integration
- Incident response triggers
- EDR deployment models
- Centralized log aggregation
Module 9. Penetration Testing and Red Team Readiness
Prepare infrastructure for authorized testing and improve defensive posture.
12 chapters in this module
- Authorized testing policy
- Scope definition process
- Change request for testing
- IAM for test teams
- Network access for testers
- Vulnerability validation
- Reporting standards
- Remediation tracking
- Post-test reviews
- Red team engagement
- Blue team alignment
- Lessons learned integration
Module 10. Change and Configuration Management
Enforce control over changes to cloud infrastructure using automation and policy.
12 chapters in this module
- Change request process
- Configuration drift alerts
- Infrastructure as code use
- IaC linting
- Code reviews for templates
- CI/CD pipeline security
- Deploy approval workflows
- Rollback procedures
- Version control policy
- Git security settings
- Template registry
- Drift remediation
Module 11. CIS Controls Integration with DevOps Pipelines
Embed security controls directly into CI/CD workflows for continuous compliance.
12 chapters in this module
- Pre-commit hooks
- IaC scanning tools
- Policy as code implementation
- Prisma Cloud usage
- Checkov integration
- Terraform compliance
- CIS-CircleCI integration
- Jenkins security jobs
- Pipeline approval gates
- Automated rollback triggers
- Audit trail inclusion
- Compliance gate evaluation
Module 12. Mastery and Continuous Improvement
Establish personal ownership over CIS Controls and lead improvement cycles.
12 chapters in this module
- Self-assessment execution
- Control maturity scoring
- Gap remediation tracking
- Benchmark version upgrades
- Internal audit prep
- Cross-team collaboration
- Lessons learned logging
- Control ownership model
- Leadership communication
- Feedback loop design
- Toolchain optimization
- Mastery certification
How this maps to your situation
- Onboarding new AWS accounts
- Preparing for internal audit
- Responding to security findings
- Leading cross-team security rollout
Before vs. after
Before
CIS Controls referenced passively during audits, with inconsistent implementation across environments.
After
You lead the deployment of CIS Controls with confidence, producing consistent, auditable results across all AWS accounts.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for just-in-time learning and immediate application.
If nothing changes
Without structured command of CIS Controls, security gaps will persist across environments, leading to rework, repeated findings, and missed opportunities to lead security initiatives.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic compliance courses, this is engineered specifically for AWS DevOps Engineers , every example is from real-world AWS configurations, and every template is ready for use in production environments.
Frequently asked
Is this course specific to AWS?
Yes , all examples, templates, and implementation paths are built for AWS environments and reflect real-world DevOps workflows.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Do I need prior security certification?
No , but the course assumes fluency in AWS services and infrastructure automation. It’s designed for practitioners already implementing security at scale.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed for just-in-time learning and immediate application..
Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.
30-day money-back guarantee·
144 chapters·
Hand-built playbook included·
Account access within 24 hours