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Fundamental AWS Security Training in Just 12 Hours: Designed for Individuals and Teams

Learn to confidently build AWS environments securely—even without a security background. SEC480: AWS Secure Builder teaches practical, hands-on techniques to help technical professionals deploy AWS workloads that are resilient, compliant, and secure from the start.

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It’s Time to Expand AWS Security Training Beyond Traditional Security Roles

Whether you're a developer, architect, or engineer working in AWS, security is now part of your job. SEC480: AWS Secure Builder equips technical roles with the foundational skills needed in today’s cloud-centered landscape.

Through approachable, actionable, and expert-led training, course takers will gain real-world skills to reduce risk, prevent common mistakes, and build with security in mind from day one.

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Benefits of SEC480 for the Individual

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Gain the Skills Needed in Today’s Cloud-Centered landscape

No matter your primary role, AWS security is now a fundamental skill. Gain the knowledge and expertise needed to build and secure workloads in AWS.

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Designed to Fit Your Schedule and Budget

Avoid travel and train at your own pace with SANS OnDemand. OnDemand courses include up to 4 months of access so you can learn at your own pace and revisit material as needed.

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Earn an Industry-Recognized Credential

GIAC credentials are a badge of skill mastery and listed as preferred qualifications on thousands of job postings across the globe. Earn the AWS Secure Builder Micro-Credential by GIAC + 12 CPEs.

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Benefits of SEC480 for Teams

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Priced for Team Development: Course & Micro-Credential

SEC480 is a streamlined course designed for broad adoption across your organization. Procure volume licenses through AWS Marketplace to train your whole team at scale.

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Boost Organizational Security Posture.

As more teams gain foundational AWS security knowledge, your organization benefits from improved security practices. SEC480 allows you to expand fundamental AWS Security knowledge beyond traditional security teams.

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Train Without Disrupting Work

With OnDemand delivery, SEC480 gives teams the flexibility to build skills without stepping away from their core responsibilities. OnDemand courses include up to 4 months of access so teams can learn at their own pace and revisit material as needed.

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Where SANS Leads, Security Follows.

SANS Institute is the most trusted and established name in cybersecurity training. For more than 30 years, SANS has been dedicated to delivering and validating hands-on cybersecurity skills through world-class training courses and industry-recognized certifications. Spanning the breadth of cybersecurity, SANS courses and GIAC Certifications equip practitioners worldwide with the skills needed to defend against new and emerging threats. Now, we’re making that expertise accessible to builders like you—no security background required.

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