AWS Certified Security Specialty (SCS-C03) ® 2026
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⚡ Quick Facts
Quick Answer: The AWS SCS-C03 (Security Specialty) costs $300, has 65 questions, 170-minute duration, pass score 750/1000. Covers threat detection, IAM, data protection, and security monitoring. ExamCert has 800+ practice questions.
AWS Security Specialty (SCS-C03) Study Materials
The SCS-C03 validates your expertise in AWS security across 6 critical domains. Master incident response, data protection, and compliance.
750+ Security Questions
Comprehensive coverage of all security domains with real-world security scenarios
6 Security Domains
IAM (20%), Detection (16%), Incident Response (14%), Infrastructure Security (18%), Data Protection (18%), Governance (14%)
Security Best Practices
Learn AWS security services, encryption, logging, monitoring, and compliance frameworks
How to Prepare for AWS SCS-C03
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What's Included
- ✓750+ exam-style practice questions
- ✓13 complete practice sets
- ✓Free comprehensive study guide
- ✓Detailed explanations for every question
- ✓Weekly question updates
- ✓Progress tracking & weak area analysis
Study Tips from Top Scorers
- 1.Score 85%+ consistently on practice tests before booking your exam
- 2.Review explanations for BOTH correct and wrong answers
- 3.Use the Study Guide for quick revision 2-3 days before exam day
- 4.Focus extra time on domains where your scores are lowest
- 5.Take timed practice sets to build exam-day stamina
SCS-C03 Exam Information
Exam Format
- ✓ 65 questions (50 scored, 15 unscored)
- ✓ 170 minutes (2 hours 50 minutes)
- ✓ Multiple choice & multiple response
- ✓ Passing score: 750/1000
Prerequisites
- ✓ Associate-level certification recommended
- ✓ 2+ years AWS security experience
- ✓ Understanding of compliance frameworks
- ✓ Knowledge of encryption & key management
Who Is the AWS SCS-C03 Exam For?
Target Audience
This specialty exam validates advanced security skills on AWS. Designed for security engineers, architects, and consultants who implement and manage security solutions in AWS environments.
Recommended Prerequisites
- •5+ years of IT security experience and 2+ years of hands-on AWS security
- •Deep knowledge of AWS security services (IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, Security Hub)
- •Experience with incident response, data protection, and infrastructure security
- •Understanding of encryption, key management, and compliance frameworks on AWS
Official Exam Details
Format: Multiple choice & multi-select
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