Training: Master AWS IAM - Identity and Access Management for Cloud Security

$3,465

  • 3 days
  • Onsite
  • 8 people max.
Ref: EAG182
8 people max.
$3,465
In-company rate: from $6,290 for the whole team
On-site and certification exam on quote
3 days
Onsite

Don't let this gap widen

Why this program matters

  • Without mastery of AWS IAM, identity and access configuration errors expose your cloud to critical vulnerabilities, leaving resources open to intrusions.

  • 80 % of cloud security incidents stem from poor IAM management, generating breaches that cost an average of 4,5 millions d’euros per event, according to IBM reports.

  • Your company incurs massive financial losses, GDPR fines up to 4 % of global revenue, and irreversible erosion of customer trust, while personal liability threatens your career.

  • Every month without IAM expertise equals thousands of euros wasted on remediation and emergency audits.

Naël GUERIN, Learni trainer · Cybersecurity & project management
Naël GUERIN

Learni trainer · Cybersecurity & project management

73%productivity gap
×3cost of inaction
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Payment by wire transferEnhanced confidentialityPerfect for companies with 50 to 500 employeesScheduling to fit any time zone

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AWS IAM training objectives

  • Understand the fundamental concepts of AWS IAM
  • Develop robust identity and access management strategies on AWS
  • Configure access to AWS resources through the creation and fine-grained management of users, groups, roles, and policies
  • Master IAM security principles, permission management, and compliance
  • Effectively audit and monitor AWS access
  • Automate and delegate permission management in complex environments

Program

AWS IAM curriculum: 3 modules over 3 days

Module 1 : Introduction to IAM and AWS Security Fundamentals

Presentation of AWS IAM: objectives and terminology. Zero Trust principles and separation of duties. Discovery of the IAM console, overview of resources protected by IAM. Best practices for cloud access security and compliance.

Module 2 : Advanced Management of Users, Groups, Roles, and Policies

Creation, management, and deletion of IAM users. Structuring IAM groups and best organization for access rights. Advanced policy management (inline vs managed), use of policy generator and IAM policy simulator. Multi-account management with AWS Organizations and SSO integration. Use cases: delegation, temporary permissions, service roles.

Module 3 : Securing, Auditing, and Automating Permissions

Use of conditional permissions, MFA, and secret lifecycle management. Implementation of access auditing and traceability with AWS CloudTrail & IAM Access Analyzer. Fixing common vulnerabilities: least privilege, explicit 'deny', advanced resource restrictions. Automating common IAM tasks via AWS CLI and AWS CloudFormation. Final workshop on securing an AWS architecture.

How AWS IAM skills are assessed

  • Case studies and practical exercises at the end of each module
  • Multiple-choice quiz at the end of the training
  • Evaluation with presentation of an IAM security plan

How the AWS IAM course is taught

  • Illustrated presentations with concrete examples
  • Hands-on labs on AWS console and CLI with guided exercises
  • Workshops on creating advanced policies and audits
  • Complete course materials provided

AWS IAM training: access and practical arrangements

The Training: Master AWS IAM - Identity and Access Management for Cloud Security program is delivered onsite or remote (blended-learning, virtual classroom, remote presence). At Learni, an industry-certified training organization, every program is built to maximize skills acquisition regardless of the chosen format.

The trainer alternates between demonstrative, interrogative and active methods (through hands-on labs and/or scenarios). This pedagogical approach guarantees concrete learning that's immediately applicable at work.

Equipment required

For the smooth delivery of the Training: Master AWS IAM - Identity and Access Management for Cloud Security program, the following equipment is required:

  • Mac or PC computers, high-speed fiber internet, whiteboard or flipchart, projector or interactive touch screen (for remote sessions)
  • Training environments installed on workstations or accessible online
  • Course materials, hands-on exercises and complementary resources
  • Post-training access to materials and educational resources

For intra-company training on a site outside Learni, the client commits to providing all required teaching materials (computers, internet, etc.) for the smooth delivery of the program in line with the prerequisites in the communicated program.

* contact us for remote delivery feasibility** ratio varies depending on the program

Skills assessment methods

Assessment of skills acquired during the Training: Master AWS IAM - Identity and Access Management for Cloud Security program is performed through:

  • During training: case studies, hands-on labs and professional scenarios
  • End of training: self-assessment questionnaire and skills evaluation by the trainer
  • After training: completion certificate detailing acquired skills

Program accessibility

Learni is committed to making its programs accessible. All our programs are accessible to people with disabilities. Our teams are available to adapt the pedagogical methods to your specific needs. Please contact us for any adjustment request.

Enrollment terms and lead times

Registration is possible up to 48 business hours before the start of training. All our programs are built for corporate L&D budgets and delivered onsite or remotely.

The Learni story

Founded by engineers and learning experts, Learni's mission is to make high-impact tech training accessible to teams everywhere. We work remotely with organizations across the US and Canada, in your time zone, to help teams upskill fast.

Our method

How Learni guarantees the quality of your AWS IAM training

Before, during, after: we frame the brief, introduce the trainer, tailor the content and measure impact. You stay in control from kickoff to wrap-up.

Step 1

Rigorous trainer selection

Each trainer is validated on three criteria: hands-on field expertise, proven pedagogy and alignment with your industry.

  • Triple validation: technical, pedagogical, sectoral.
  • Minimum rating 4.8/5 over the last 12 sessions.
Step 2

You meet the trainer beforehand

30-minute video call between you and the selected trainer to validate the fit, adjust content and clear any final doubts.

  • Live briefing on goals and team context.
  • Veto right — we swap the trainer for free if needed.
Step 3

Content tailored to your context

No recycled slides. The syllabus is reworked from your real cases: tools, constraints, vocabulary, ongoing projects.

  • Hands-on cases drawn from your stack and projects.
  • Program co-written then validated by your team.
Step 4

Continuous quality follow-up

Live evaluations, 30/90/180-day check-ins and a consolidation plan. If the impact misses the mark, we rework it.

  • NPS, knowledge quizzes and skills self-assessment.
  • Satisfaction guarantee: fully satisfied or free rework.

A simple promise: you don't pay to discover the trainer on day one. Everything is validated upfront, by you.

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Our social commitment

A school kit donated to a child for every training booked

To fight inequalities in access to education, Learni donates a complete school kit to a child in need for every training booked. You build your skills, a child heads back to school.

  • Backpack, notebooks and essential supplies
  • Distributed through our partner charities
  • Included, at no extra cost to you
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FAQ

AWS IAM: frequently asked questions

What can participants do after Training: Master AWS IAM training?+
They can understand the fundamental concepts of AWS IAM, develop robust identity and access management strategies on AWS and configure access to AWS resources through the creation and fine-grained management of users, groups, roles, and policies. Those are the stated objectives of the Training: Master AWS IAM program at Intermediate level, checked by the end-of-session assessment.
What does the Training: Master AWS IAM program cover, day by day?+
Day 1: Introduction to IAM and AWS Security Fundamentals. Day 2: Advanced Management of Users, Groups, Roles, and Policies. Day 3: Securing, Auditing, and Automating Permissions. The Training: Master AWS IAM program runs over 3 days, delivered on site.
How is Training: Master AWS IAM training assessed?+
Assessment relies on case studies and practical exercises at the end of each module, multiple-choice quiz at the end of the training and evaluation with presentation of an IAM security plan. Learni issues a completion certificate together with the individual assessment report at the end of the Training: Master AWS IAM program, which an L&D team can file as evidence.
How much does Training: Master AWS IAM training cost per participant?+
Training: Master AWS IAM training costs $3,465 per participant. For an in-company team, the flat rate starts at $6,290 for the whole group, up to 8 people. The detailed quote, sent within one business day, adjusts the amount to the format and how far the syllabus is tailored to your team.
How long does Training: Master AWS IAM training take?+
3 days, available live online (US time zones) or on-site at your offices. Half-day tracks spread over several weeks are possible so the team stays operational.
Who pays for Training: Master AWS IAM training?+
Most US teams pay directly through their company L&D or training budget. Learni invoices in US dollars and accepts bank transfer (ACH/wire) or card, with volume pricing for teams. A purchase order is welcome.
What do participants need to know before Training: Master AWS IAM training?+
Basic knowledge of cloud computing and general AWS concepts recommended.
Is a certificate issued after Training: Master AWS IAM training?+
Yes. A Learni completion certificate is issued, along with the individual evaluation report. Learni is a certified training provider and prepares for third-party certifications, but does not award them itself.
Does Learni provide the equipment for Training: Master AWS IAM training?+
No. A computer and a stable internet connection are required for each participant. Learni provides the learning platform, the trainer and all course materials.
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