AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate (Cloud Operations on AWS) Training & Certification Course
The AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate (Cloud Operations on AWS) course prepares cloud engineers and CloudOps specialists with one year of operational experience to master monitoring, automation, security, and business continuity on AWS.
Course Overview
This course emphasizes practical, hands-on learning using key AWS services such as Amazon EC2, Amazon S3, AWS CloudFormation, AWS Systems Manager, Amazon CloudWatch, and Amazon Route 53. Students engage in real-world labs conducted within the AWS Management Console and AWS CLI, building and automating scalable, highly available architectures. A key project includes configuring CloudWatch dashboards and alarms to monitor application performance, implementing backup strategies using AWS Backup, and troubleshooting network connectivity issues across VPCs. These labs reinforce skills in incident identification, remediation, and performance optimization, ensuring participants gain operational proficiency in authentic cloud environments.
Preparing for the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate (SOA-C03) exam enhances career credibility and opens pathways to advanced AWS certifications like the AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional. Certified professionals report average salaries ranging from $95,000 to $135,000 globally, with strong demand across industries. Optiv Solutions supports learners with official courseware, Guaranteed-to-Run schedules, and flexible 1-on-1 training options, ensuring comprehensive preparation. Earning this industry-recognized credential equips professionals to advance into senior cloud engineering and operations roles with confidence.
Skills You’ll Develop
Who Should Attend
WHO SHOULD ATTEND (TARGET AUDIENCE)
• DevOps Engineers
• Cloud Infrastructure Engineers
• IT Operations Staff
• Network Administrators
• Security Analysts with a focus on cloud security and compliance
Pre-requisites
RECOMMENDED KNOWLEDGE BEFORE TAKING THIS COURSE
- ✓ At least 1 year of practical experience deploying, managing, and operating workloads on AWS is essential for mastering the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate (Cloud Operations on AWS) certification.
- ✓ Familiarity with AWS networking services such as VPC, subnets, route tables, and security groups is crucial for effective cloud operations on AWS.
- ✓ Proficiency in using the AWS Management Console, AWS CLI, and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like AWS CloudFormation enhances your ability to automate and streamline cloud workflows.
- ✓ A solid understanding of the AWS Well-Architected Framework, especially the operational excellence pillar, supports best practices in cloud management.
- ✓ Knowledge of AWS monitoring and logging tools such as Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudTrail, and AWS Config is vital for maintaining cloud security and performance.
- ✓ Hands-on experience with AWS compute, storage, and database services including Amazon EC2, Amazon S3, Amazon RDS, and Amazon DynamoDB is necessary to succeed in cloud operations roles.
Certification Exam Details
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Curriculum & Course Syllabus
Day 1:
- Module 1: Introduction to Cloud Operations on AWS
- Module 2: Access Management
- Module 3: System Discovery
- Module 4: Deploy and Update Resources
- Module 5: Automate Resource Deployment
Day 2:
- Module 6: Manage Resources
- Module 7: Configure Highly Available Systems
- Module 8: Automate Scaling
- Module 9: Monitor and Maintain System Health
- Module 10: Data Security and System Auditing
Day 3:
- Module 11: Operate Secure and Resilient Networks
- Module 12: Mountable Storage
- Module 13: Object Storage
- Module 14: Cost Reporting, Alerts, and Optimization
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate exam included in the training, and what is the cost if not?
The AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate (Cloud Operations on AWS) exam is not included in Optiv training. You must purchase it separately from AWS. The official exam fee is USD 150, excluding potential foreign exchange fees or retake costs.
How long is lab access provided for the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate training, and what environment is used?
Optiv provides hands-on labs for the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate (Cloud Operations on AWS) course within a secure cloud sandbox. Labs remain accessible throughout the 24-hour training period, offering practical reinforcement of core cloud operations skills.
What is the format, number of questions, time limit, and passing score for the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate exam?
The AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate (Cloud Operations on AWS) exam consists of 65 multiple-choice questions. You have a 130-minute time limit. The passing score is 720 on a 100–1,000 scale, per official AWS certification standards.
How long is the AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate certification valid, and what is the renewal process?
The AWS Certified CloudOps Engineer - Associate (Cloud Operations on AWS) certification remains valid for 3 years. Renew by passing the current exam, earning the DevOps Engineer - Professional certification, or completing AWS Skill Builder maintenance activities for a one-year extension.