Automated Change Management and Instance Control in AWS: A Workflow Utilizing AWS Systems Manager, SNS, and Role-Based Access
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.63282/3050-9416.IJAIBDCMS-V5I1P101Keywords:
Automated Change Management, AWS Systems Manager, Instance Control, Role-Based Access Control, Workflow Automation, Security Compliance, Operational Efficiency, EC2 Instance Management, Configuration Drift, Cloud SecurityAbstract
Automated change management and instance control are critical components of modern cloud infrastructure management. In the context of Amazon Web Services (AWS), the integration of AWS Systems Manager, Simple Notification Service (SNS), and role-based access control (RBAC) provides a robust framework for automating and securing these processes. This paper explores the design and implementation of a workflow that leverages these AWS services to streamline change management and instance control. We discuss the theoretical foundations, practical implementation, and the benefits of this approach, including enhanced security, operational efficiency, and compliance. The paper also includes a detailed algorithm and case studies to illustrate the effectiveness of the proposed workflow
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