AWS Cloud Training Riyadh

Master Amazon Web Services: cloud architecture, security and DevOps to prepare for AWS certifications

AWS Solutions Architect Associate4 daysIntermediateBlended (in-person + remote)

In Riyadh, our cybersecurity training supports Riyadh businesses in their secure digital transformation. Organizations like Saudi Aramco, SABIC, STC (Saudi Telecom) trust our expertise to train their teams. Based in KACST (King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology), we understand the specific challenges of the Saudi Arabia market and adapt our programs to local realities.

Key Information

Duration4 days

ModeBlended (in-person + remote)

LevelIntermediate

LocationRiyadh

Guide

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AWS Security Guide: Best Practices

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Presentation

Master Amazon Web Services: cloud architecture, security and DevOps to prepare for AWS certifications

Objectives

Design highly available and scalable cloud architectures
Configure essential AWS services (EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, Lambda)
Implement AWS security best practices (IAM, KMS, Security Groups)
Set up infrastructure as code with CloudFormation/Terraform
Prepare for and pass AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification

Target Audience

→System administrators wanting to migrate to cloud
→Developers looking to deploy on AWS
→IT Architects preparing for Solutions Architect certification
→DevOps Engineers and SREs
→Infrastructure and cloud managers

Prerequisites

Basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP). System administration or development experience. AWS Free Tier account recommended.

Detailed Program

•Introduction to cloud computing and AWS model
•Regions, availability zones and edge locations
•AWS Console, CLI and SDK
•Shared responsibility model

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Prerequisites

Basic networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP). System administration or development experience. AWS Free Tier account recommended.

Target Audience

→System administrators wanting to migrate to cloud
→Developers looking to deploy on AWS
→IT Architects preparing for Solutions Architect certification
→DevOps Engineers and SREs
→Infrastructure and cloud managers

Detailed Curriculum

Module 1: AWS Fundamentals

→Introduction to cloud computing and AWS model
→Regions, availability zones and edge locations
→AWS Console, CLI and SDK
→Shared responsibility model

Module 2: Compute and Networking

→EC2: instance types, AMI, placement groups
→VPC: subnets, route tables, NAT Gateway, VPN
→Elastic Load Balancing and Auto Scaling
→Lambda and serverless architecture

Module 3: Storage and Databases

→S3: storage classes, versioning, lifecycle policies
→EBS and EFS: volumes and file systems
→RDS, Aurora and DynamoDB
→Backup strategies and disaster recovery

Module 4: Security and Compliance

→IAM: users, groups, roles and policies
→KMS and data encryption
→Security Groups and NACLs
→AWS Config, CloudTrail and compliance

Module 5: Architecture and Certification

→Well-Architected Framework: 6 pillars
→High availability architecture patterns
→Cost optimization
→Solutions Architect Associate exam preparation

Expected Outcomes

Design highly available and scalable cloud architectures

Configure essential AWS services (EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, Lambda)

Implement AWS security best practices (IAM, KMS, Security Groups)

Set up infrastructure as code with CloudFormation/Terraform

Prepare for and pass AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification

Companies in Riyadh using this training

Saudi Aramco - Awareness training for 500+ employees
SABIC - Ongoing certification program
STC (Saudi Telecom) - Security audit and custom training
KACST (King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology) startups - Monthly group training sessions

Regulatory Compliance

NCA (National Cybersecurity Authority), ECC (Essential Cybersecurity Controls), PDPL (Personal Data Protection Law), SAMA (Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority) cybersecurity framework, CCC (Critical Systems Cybersecurity Controls), Vision 2030 compliance

FAQs

Which AWS certification should I start with?

For beginners, AWS Cloud Practitioner is ideal (fundamental concepts). For IT professionals, Solutions Architect Associate is the best starting point - it's the most in-demand certification in the market. Our training directly prepares for this certification.

How much does the AWS Solutions Architect Associate exam cost?

The exam costs 150 USD (~140€). It includes 65 multiple choice questions over 130 minutes. The passing score is 720/1000. After passing an exam, you get 50% off your next one.

Does the training include hands-on AWS labs?

Yes, 60% of the training is hands-on. We use AWS sandbox environments with allocated budget. You will complete full labs: 3-tier architecture deployment, VPC configuration, Lambda setup, and more.

What salary increase can I expect with AWS certification?

AWS certified professionals earn on average 20-30% more than non-certified peers. An AWS Solutions Architect in France earns between €55K and €90K depending on experience. Demand for AWS skills continues to grow strongly.

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Next session in Riyadh

March 5, 2026