AWS Mastery Hands-On Fridays Week 1 : Understanding IP Requirement ( CIDR ) for EpicReads - Live

Join us for an in-depth live tutorial on setting up an AWS Virtual Private Cloud (VPC) with both public and private subnets. This session is specifically tailored for EpicReads' network infrastructure needs, but the principles can be applied to any organization's AWS setup.
Your Role:
As the Cloud Network Engineer at EpicReads, you will learn how to enhance network isolation and security by setting up an AWS VPC with distinct public and private subnets.
Background:
A well-structured AWS VPC is crucial for robust security and network efficiency. Public subnets are for internet-connected resources, while private subnets host resources that require restricted access.
Architecture Diagram Integration:
We'll refer to a detailed architecture diagram to illustrate the VPC structure within AWS, showing the relationships between public and private subnets and other AWS services.
Project Overview:
This project involves creating a secure and isolated AWS VPC environment for EpicReads, featuring both public and private subnets. This setup ensures secure hosting for the company's applications and services.
Project Objectives:
Establish a secure VPC with enhanced network isolation.
Create public subnets for internet-accessible resources.
Create private subnets for resources needing restricted access.
Align the VPC design with best practices for security and scalability.
Project Steps:
Planning and Design:
Determine the network range (CIDR block) for the VPC and subnets.
Plan the number of subnets based on service deployment needs.
Creating the VPC:
Use AWS Management Console or AWS CLI to create a VPC.
Define an appropriately sized CIDR block.
Setting Up Subnets:
Create public subnets with appropriate CIDR blocks.
Create private subnets with their own CIDR blocks.
Distribute subnets across multiple Availability Zones.
Configuring Internet Access:
Set up and attach an Internet Gateway (IGW) to the VPC.
Update route tables for public subnets to enable internet access.
Implementing Network Security:
Create Network Access Control Lists (NACLs) and Security Groups.
Apply security best practices to ensure isolation of private subnets.
Testing and Validation:
Deploy test resources (e.g., EC2 instances) in both subnet types.
Verify internet access for public subnets and isolation for private subnets.
Documentation and Knowledge Transfer:
Document the VPC setup and configurations.
Provide training and documentation to the EpicReads IT team.
Project Deliverables:
A fully configured AWS VPC tailored to EpicReads' needs.
Comprehensive setup documentation.
A scalable, secure network infrastructure for EpicReads.
Project Outcome:
Enhanced security and network isolation.
A robust, scalable infrastructure supporting current and future needs.
Empowered IT team with VPC management knowledge.