Summary
In this chapter, we navigated the multifaceted world of AWS IAM. Starting with a thorough understanding of access control models, such as RBAC and ABAC, we shifted gears to managing IAM identities, covering the spectrum from human and non-human identities and credential types to the intricacies of IAM users, groups, roles, and externally managed identities. Then, IAM policies took center stage, with discussions ranging from basic concepts to advanced use cases and policy management techniques. This chapter wrapped up by addressing the challenges of IAM in large-scale environments, the merits of centralized IAM management, and the importance of automation in today’s DevOps-driven landscape.
As we transition to the next chapter, we will focus on data protection in AWS, diving into encryption methods, key management techniques, and best practices for data storage.
