Advanced Network Security Architecture with AWS Services

EXPERT
240 minutes
5 tasks

In this lab, you will learn how to design and implement a complex network security architecture using a combination of Amazon VPC, AWS Network Firewall, and AWS WAF. You will create a secure environment by maintaining confidentiality and integrity of data, while optimizing for performance and cost. This lab will guide you through setting up advanced security measures such as Network ACLs, security groups, and AWS Shield Advanced for enhanced protection against DDoS attacks.

Scenario

XYZ Corp, a financial services company, requires a multi-tier VPC setup with strict security and compliance mandates. The company handles sensitive transactions and requires real-time monitoring of network traffic to quickly identify and mitigate potential threats. With projected growth in transaction volume by 20% next year, the company needs a cost-effective solution that scales seamlessly. The primary focus is on preventing unauthorized access and ensuring data encryption in transit using TLS.

Learning Objectives

  • Design a multi-tier VPC architecture with security layers
  • Implement and configure AWS Network Firewall
  • Set up AWS WAF to protect web applications
  • Use AWS Shield Advanced for DDoS protection
  • Monitor network traffic using VPC Flow Logs and Traffic Mirroring

tasks (5)

task 1: Create a VPC with public and private subnets

30 min

task 2: Configure AWS Network Firewall for traffic control

40 min

task 3: Set up AWS WAF to protect web applications

50 min

task 4: Implement AWS Shield Advanced for enhanced DDoS protection

30 min

task 5: Monitor network traffic with VPC Flow Logs and Traffic Mirroring

50 min

Prerequisites

  • Basic understanding of VPC and network security concepts
  • Experience with AWS Management Console and CLI

Skills Tested

Designing multi-tier VPC architectures with securityImplementing AWS Network Firewall and managing policiesConfiguring AWS WAF and custom rule implementationUsing AWS Shield Advanced for DDoS protectionMonitoring and analyzing network traffic using VPC Flow Logs