{"title":"Strategic Implementation of AWS Security Services: A Focus on Best Practices, SSM and Secrets Manager","authors":"Balasubrahmanya Balakrishna","doi":"10.47941/jts.1659","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/jts.1659","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: As organizations increasingly migrate to the cloud, ensuring robust data security becomes paramount. This technical paper explores the purpose, methodology, findings, and unique contributions in cloud security, focusing on AWS Systems Manager (SSM) and Secrets Manager. The objective is to provide a comprehensive guide for engineers and architects seeking to enhance data security in their cloud environments. \u0000Methodology: The comparative study conducted involves analyzing the features, capabilities, and integration possibilities of AWS SSM and Secrets Manager. Real-world use cases, best practices, and security measures associated with these services are explored through a methodology that includes hands-on exploration, case studies, and a survey of existing literature to distill critical insights. \u0000Findings: The paper uncovers a rich landscape of security measures facilitated by AWS SSM and Secrets Manager. Findings highlight the strengths and limitations of each service, emphasizing the importance of their integration for a holistic security approach. Automated rotation of credentials, encryption options, IAM policies, and monitoring strategies emerge as critical findings, contributing to the overall understanding of secure cloud data management. \u0000Unique contributor to theory, policy, and practice: This work uniquely provides a detailed comparative analysis that empowers engineers and architects to make well-informed decisions. The paper offers insights into the nuances of AWS SSM and Secrets Manager, enabling professionals to tailor their security strategies based on specific use cases and requirements. The focus on real-world scenarios and identifying best practices make this contribution practical and applicable, serving as a valuable resource for those navigating the complex landscape of cloud security engineering and architecture.","PeriodicalId":511690,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Technology and Systems","volume":"59 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139864911","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Strategic Implementation of AWS Security Services: A Focus on Best Practices, SSM and Secrets Manager","authors":"Balasubrahmanya Balakrishna","doi":"10.47941/jts.1659","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/jts.1659","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: As organizations increasingly migrate to the cloud, ensuring robust data security becomes paramount. This technical paper explores the purpose, methodology, findings, and unique contributions in cloud security, focusing on AWS Systems Manager (SSM) and Secrets Manager. The objective is to provide a comprehensive guide for engineers and architects seeking to enhance data security in their cloud environments. \u0000Methodology: The comparative study conducted involves analyzing the features, capabilities, and integration possibilities of AWS SSM and Secrets Manager. Real-world use cases, best practices, and security measures associated with these services are explored through a methodology that includes hands-on exploration, case studies, and a survey of existing literature to distill critical insights. \u0000Findings: The paper uncovers a rich landscape of security measures facilitated by AWS SSM and Secrets Manager. Findings highlight the strengths and limitations of each service, emphasizing the importance of their integration for a holistic security approach. Automated rotation of credentials, encryption options, IAM policies, and monitoring strategies emerge as critical findings, contributing to the overall understanding of secure cloud data management. \u0000Unique contributor to theory, policy, and practice: This work uniquely provides a detailed comparative analysis that empowers engineers and architects to make well-informed decisions. The paper offers insights into the nuances of AWS SSM and Secrets Manager, enabling professionals to tailor their security strategies based on specific use cases and requirements. The focus on real-world scenarios and identifying best practices make this contribution practical and applicable, serving as a valuable resource for those navigating the complex landscape of cloud security engineering and architecture.","PeriodicalId":511690,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Technology and Systems","volume":"22 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-02-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139804903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"An In-Depth Analysis of the Historical Progression and Future Trends in Source Control Management within Software Development","authors":"Sridhar Mooghala","doi":"10.47941/jts.1610","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/jts.1610","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: This research looks closely at the history and future directions of Source Control Management (SCM) when making software. This research aims to explain how SCM has changed over time. It looks at its important moments and guesses where it might progress next. \u0000Methodology: The study uses a solid method to review the history books and update them with current trends and new things that are changing the subject. Research shows how SCM has changed over time, from its first versions to the advanced distributed control systems used today. The research looks at important things that affect how supply chain management grows. These include the need for teamwork, wanting to handle big workloads, and more use of DevOps methods. The study shows new patterns like decentralized SCM models and joining with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipes. \u0000Findings: The exceptional help to the idea is in joining past learning with a future look. This gives a detailed view of how SCM changes over time. This study is suitable for software makers, builders and leaders. Giving important information helps they make intelligent choices when using SCM tools. The advice about rules shows that all companies should follow the same rules. This highlights how SCM can make computer programs better, work together more efficiently and be quicker. \u0000Unique contributor to theory, policy and practice: In the end, this study helps us better understand SCM's history and how it might change in the future. It gives a complete view useful for work practices and education discussions.","PeriodicalId":511690,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Technology and Systems","volume":"51 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139441255","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Harmony in Integration: Unveiling Novel Paradigms in ERP Implementation and Trends","authors":"Narayana Challa Narayana Challa","doi":"10.47941/jts.1602","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.47941/jts.1602","url":null,"abstract":"Purpose: Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, originating in the early 1970s, have undergone a transformative evolution, becoming pivotal in unifying various company functions such as marketing, finance, production, and human resources. These systems, like SAP's large-scale deployments since the 1990s, enable the swift collection and processing of real-time data for effective daily management control. \u0000Methodology: In the dynamic ERP landscape, Oracle stands out as a Leader in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant for Cloud ERP for Service-Centric Enterprises, particularly with its Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP. Recognized for financial management, order-to-cash, source-to-pay, and other ERP functionalities, Oracle excels in \"Ability to Execute\" and \"Completeness of Vision.\" \u0000Findings: Despite their transformative impact, ERP system implementations could be more flawless. Challenges include non-user-oriented interfaces, partially migrated data, and insufficient adaptation to user needs. However, these hurdles can be surmounted through meticulous planning, customized training, and system fine-tuning to align with specific business requirements. \u0000Unique contributor to theory, policy and practice: This research article provides insight into ERP system implementation and current trends. It highlights challenges faced by businesses during implementation and proposing solutions. Emphasizing that ERP systems streamline processes and aid decision-making with real-time data, the study underscores that success requires a well-planned strategy and customization to meet individual business needs.","PeriodicalId":511690,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Technology and Systems","volume":"47 15","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-01-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139382241","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}